Video Editor (JHB North) at eMedia Investments

Video Editing

• Video edit both long and short form content for news and current affairs, according to a specific SOP, which includes ensuring there is run-in and run out on the final piece.

Planning

• Liaise with editorial team on the requirements/needs and plan creative edits when needed. 
• Be able to work independently after being briefed by the editorial team.

Technical Specs  

• Make sure visuals are corrected/graded if necessary and possible and to the required standard.

Audio

• Recording and laying of audio / voice overs and sourcing sound effects and soundtrack when required.
• Ensure audio is on the correct channels and at the correct levels and prep long form content for Audio Final Mix.

Effects  

• Add all necessary broadcast elements such as graphics, subtitles, blurs, voice alteration and other special effects when required.

Archives 

• Recall archive material and archive when required, work off dalet or transfers from hard-drive or camera cards.

Quality Control

• Liaise with the Editorial, Quality Control function and Master Control Room (MCR) team to make sure all video edited content is within broadcast specifications including durations of exported videos.

Deployment

• Work on or off site when required for outside broadcast or pre-recorded material

Requirements

Qualifications

• National Senior Certificate - Essential
• Advanced Diploma in Broadcasting and/or Media and/or Film Editing

Experience

• 3 – 5 years in Video Editing and/or Media and/or Broadcast Industry