Video Editor

Remote

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Video Editors typically work for news broadcast stations, content marketing agencies, corporations or as self-employed individuals, creating educational or entertainment-driven content. When a Director, crew members and Performers shoot, a production ends up with a large amount of footage, not all of which is suitable for use. It is the Video Editor who is responsible for eliminating unnecessary shots, putting scenes in order and enhancing the footage with graphics, sounds and corrections. When they perform their job duties well, Video Editors make news segments, television shows, commercials and other types of visual media easy to understand and enjoyable to watch. As a result, they play a major role in determining the success of a production. In addition, Video Editors help productions meet deadlines and stay within budget when they execute their assigned tasks in a timely manner.

What does a Video Editor do?

A Video Editor, or Video Production Editor, is responsible for reviewing audio and visual footage and using computer software to organize clips into a cohesive finished project. Their duties include splitting or combining video clips, adding appropriate sounds or graphics and watching the finished product to catch mistakes before submitting it for review.

Responsibilities

A Video Editor should be able to fulfill various duties and responsibilities. The following are some duties and responsibilities a Video Editor should be able to execute:

Assembling raw footage and transferring or uploading to a computer
Analyzing and following a script, screenplay or outline when performing edits
Inputting sound to enhance footage, which may include selecting music and writing voice-overs
Digitally splicing film and video and synchronizing them into one rough cut file
Improving and correcting lighting, coloring and faulty footage
Working closely with Directors to present a final product that matches their vision

Required Skills

A competitive Video Editor will have certain skills and qualifications, including:

Creative thinking ability to translate raw footage into a finished product while following a script or storyboard
Reading comprehension and critical thinking skills to fully understand scripts
Visualization skills to imagine how a scene will look once necessary edits are complete
Knowledge of video editing, photo editing and production software
Time management skills to complete edits and revisions in accordance with strict deadlines
Organizational skills and information ordering ability to place scenes in logical order

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