- Title: TMZ
- Pay Rate: $30.00 - $34.00 - $30.00- $34.00 per hour.
- Job Requirements: Must be local to location (or willing to work as a local).
TMZ is seeking a Lead Assistant Editor to assist with editing for multiple projects in a fast-paced environment. The Lead Assistant Editor must know the online / coloring process from start to finish. This position requires someone who is extremely organized with the ability to multi-task various project needs at once, and able to problem solve and communicate effectively. Speed and technical aptitude are an absolute must. This position reports directly to the Post-Production Supervisor.
Responsibilities:
• Create and organize projects from scratch
• Ingest footage and elements from studio tapings, and group multi-cam footage
• Basic editing of elements and clip roll-ins for studio tapings, as needed
• Basic editing of excerpts for delivery to promotional and social outlets, as needed
• Transcode footage of all formats from various sources
• OMF, AAF, and other media management duties, as assigned by Post-Production Supervisor and editors
• Compress and export clips with links for distribution, viewing and approvals
• Ability to collaborate with Post-Production team members to troubleshoot and create a streamlined and efficient workflow
Requirements:
• 2 to 3 years of video editing experience is required
• Premiere Pro experience is a MUST
• Experience with, or a basic understanding of, media asset management software is needed. FrameIO, Vimeo, Dalet (cataloging, adding metadata, folder structure organization)
• Experience with the full Adobe Creative Suite, preferred
• Must be able to export and upload current edits for distribution
• Must be able to multi-task in a fast-paced environment
• Strong understanding of video formats and equipment is required
• Strong organizational skills, as well as the ability to work independently and manage time effectively, are required
TMZ is a workplace that requires the COVID-19 vaccination as a condition of employment. Requested accommodations/exceptions will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis in accordance with law.
TMZ is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
“Pursuant to state and local pay disclosure requirements, the pay range for this role, with final offer amount dependent on education, skills, experience, and location is: $30.00- $34.00 per hour. This position is regularly scheduled for a 50-hour work week but scheduled overtime hours are not guaranteed”.