Work Locations: With the exception of some select roles that have In-Office requirements, most temporary or third party payroll workers should expect to work remotely, unless otherwise discussed.

 

Division Story

Production Operations and Engineering consists of a wide range of media centric roles. We are responsible for managing the entire life cycle of A+E’s programming. This is where we produce, transform, broadcast and distribute content as well as run the tech infrastructure for the Media Supply chain. We are an energetic team that fulfills the business objectives within a thriving dynamic industry. Developing new solutions to continually improve the user experience of our customers, consumers and colleagues is our mandate. If you have the determination and aptitude we are seeking for a role in this challenging and rewarding business and are eager to work for a department that sets the standard for our industry, then we look forward to speaking with you!

Job Description

THE ROLE: Junior Editor, Production Operations (Marketing Support) Temporary

Overview:

The Junior Editor is responsible for providing support and assisting in Production Operations’ execution of Marketing projects and workload. Responsibilities include project organization, screening, logging and tagging of source media, pre-assembling edits, and roughcut editing of promos.   Versioning with strict adherence to specifications and setups is required. Additionally, technical execution and delivery of projects and assets is required. Projects would span across the linear brands, fast channels, emerging platforms, and other special projects as needed. The role requires excellent organization and editing skills as well as technical expertise with the ability to work without supervision when needed. This role requires a basic understanding of the processes, technology, and standard operating procedures of Marketing promotional workflows. Ultimately, this role contributes to the company's success by ensuring maximum productivity, and quality of Production Operations support of the Marketing division of A+E Global Media. This position reports to the Director of Video Editing.

MORE ABOUT WHAT YOU’LL DO:

• Provide daily support for Marketing projects and workload.
• Coordinate with producers, Tech Ops Team and third-party vendors to ensure the adherence to established SOP’s and technical guidelines.
• Locate and prep all media, VO, graphics, audio mixes and elements in projects for Edit sessions prior to edit.
• Screen shows & dailies, make selections and tag clips for Editors to review.
• Create rough cuts and pre-assemble segments using producer’s script to get an initial edit in progress, adding b-roll, music, sound fx where needed.
• Assist Editors with executing client revisions to edits in progress, making sure all notes are addressed.
• Work with Graphics and Audio departments for their respective roles in promo creation.
• Working with Marketing Creatives and Sr. Editors to support all needs of promotional content creation in the editing process.
• Maintain consistent project format and timeline layouts for all promo projects.
• Perform versioning of promo’s for broadcast linear channels
• Troubleshoot technical issues and coordinate fixes with the wider team.
• Assist with prepping OMFs & AAFs for audio mix sessions.
• Create additional promo content such as bonus digital content, snap ins and scene lifts.
• Other responsibilities commensurate with a Jr. Editor position.

BASIC REQUIREMENTS:

Experience:

• 2-3 years' experience in Editing, preferably short form promotional content
• Experience in supporting top-level Editors and creative teams
• Experience with enterprise level post-production operations

Skills & Knowledge:

• Excellent communication, written, and verbal.
• Comprehensive knowledge of post-production workflows and processes.
• Knowledge of post-production software and systems including, but not limited to: Avid Media Composer, Avid Interplay, Avid media storage systems, Media Central UX.
• Basic knowledge of Adobe Applications: Premiere, After Effects, Audition, Media Encoder.
• Knowledge of file-based workflows and emerging technologies 
• Willingness to learn and develop proficiency in emerging AI tools
• Experience with file transfer, review & approve and cloud solutions: Aspera, Signiant, Frame.io, Lucid Link.
• Knowledge of operations applications including but not limited to: Airtable, Office 365, MS Teams, Google G-Suite apps, Windows, Mac OSX 

Please note project assignment associates are engaged to provide service to A+E Global Media on a temporary basis in connection with a specific project. Project assignment associates are hired and employed through a third-party vendor with a duration/tenure of no longer than eighteen (18) months.

Compensation

Contract Hourly Pay Rate: $35.00

 

The pay rate displayed serves as a good faith estimate for this role. 

Compensation for the role will be based on a number of different factors

such as a candidate’s qualifications, skills, competencies, location, and 

experience. Learn more at www.aegm.com/careers.

 

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A+E Global Media is a joint venture of the Hearst Corporation and The Walt Disney Company.
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