This is a contract role and you will not be directly employed by MotorTrend Group. You'll be required to work through a third party agent called TCW.
Rate: $25-$28/hr based on experience
Mon-Fri, 8 hour days. 9:30am-6:30pm
Must be able to work remotely but ideally based in Los Angeles
Job Summary & Responsibilities:
Assistant Editor – Post Production (Freelance, Hourly, Temporary) This position works out of our El Segundo office, and is responsible for assisting the Lead Assistant Editor in all aspects of post-production for MotorTrend Group – Original Programming content as well as other company video outlets (web, broadcast, etc). Essential duties and responsibilities include, but not limited to:
Responsible for ingesting and transcoding all footage for assigned shows
Create, prep, and organize projects for edit, following standards and guidelines set by the Lead Assistant Editor
Responsible for exporting sequences for finishing; color, sound, etc, as well as assembling upon return
Understanding of post-production procedures including archiving, server organization, naming conventions, standard review/delivery specifications, etc
Organizing finished projects for archiving and cataloging of raw footage into Digital Asset Management system
Will sometimes be required to start editing a particular sequence for editor
Aid in the integration of graphics within the edit when required
Supervisory Responsibility:
No
Education/Experience:
At least 2 years previous experience in video/television post production, or equivalent education and experience
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:
Avid Media Composer, Resolve, Pro Tools, After Effects, Premiere Pro, Photoshop, Transcoding Software, FTP Clients and NLE systems
Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Mac OS X
Physical Requirements:
The ability to sit for prolonged period of time and view computer screen.
Equipment/Software Used:
Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Avid Media Composer, Resolve, Pro Tools, After Effects, Premiere Pro, Photoshop, Transcoding Software, FTP Clients and NLE systems
Work Environment:
Work is performed remotely, with infrequent visits to the studio. Safety guidelines established.
NOTE: This position description reflects management’s assignment of essential functions; it does not prescribe or restrict any other tasks that may be assigned.