Video Editor and Producer at Sparks Group

Video Editor and Producer Job Summary:

Sparks Group has partnered with a global design and innovation consultancy in Washington, DC to find a Video Editor and Producer. This is a hybrid contract opportunity. As a Video Editor and Producer, you will support and facilitate video creation for field-based and remote video production. Work will include filming, editing, sound mixing, and motion graphic creation for a range of video products related to duties as assigned. Projects include both client and internal work.

Video Editor and Producer Responsibilities:

• Works in collaboration with team members to produce various video products for digital distribution, including micro-documentary and a range of motion graphics animated content.
• Create and combine motion graphics and graphic design to produce compelling and engaging video content to meet client objectives.
• Develop animated case studies, explainer videos, RFPs, product release demos, After Effects character animation, and short social media animated GIFS.
• Plan and perform video post-production tasks which include proper media management of video footage after remote and live shoots, reviewing footage and making editorial decisions, video transcoding, rough-cuts, audio mixing, color correction, motion graphics and lower third titles, video compression for output, and final archive of video projects upon completion.
• Support the planning and filming of live and remote Experience Practice video productions.
• Help set up video cameras, grip and electric, and audio mixers including assorted lavalier and shotgun microphones.
• Film “B-roll” footage and interviews for edited videos.
• Provide limited troubleshooting of video, audio, and lighting equipment.
• Perform routine equipment maintenance.
• Have some knowledge of production design, art direction and talent direction (able to help clients/talent become comfortable on camera).
• Execute pre-production and production planning activities.
• Be on location for filming (either local or out of state).
• Communicate technical information in non-technical terms to clients or colleagues.
• Conduct field-based video production, which may involve interacting with Client Account teams and Clients.
• Operate portable video and audio equipment; transport and set up lighting and audio equipment as required; provide limited troubleshooting and maintenance of field production equipment.

Video Editor and Producer Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in film, telecommunication, or video production.
• Must submit a reel/portfolio or samples of motion graphics and video editing work.
• Must submit a reel/portfolio or examples of video editing work
• Intermediate to advanced experience in motion graphics, video editing, and at least a basic knowledge of professional video production practices.
• Intermediate to expert experience in using Adobe After Effects to create motion graphics videos.
• Intermediate to advanced level of standard software applications proficiency with an understanding of current video/photo formats, codecs, project-based file management, and editing with Adobe Premiere Pro.
• Intermediate experience in visual design or art direction, with experience developing graphics for video in Adobe Illustrator.
• Intermediate experience in art direction to create digital storyboards with Adobe Illustrator.
• Basic to intermediate knowledge of professional video production procedures, practices, techniques, and terminology.
• Basic to intermediate studio video production with multi-camera filming experience.
• Basic to intermediate video lighting and cinematography.
• Basic principles of analog and digital video capture.
• Proper handling and troubleshooting of broadcast-quality video production and post-production equipment.
• Professional and DSLR video production equipment operation, including video cameras, audio recording equipment, video editing file compression, motion graphics title creation, lighting, and post-production equipment.
• Knowledge of proper safety practices related to video production.

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This job is Hybrid Remote.

We offer several comprehensive benefits package including health and life insurance, paid and unpaid time off, and retirement and savings plans to qualifying employees.

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Sparks Group is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, pregnancy, citizenship, family status, genetic information, disability, or protect veteran status.