FREELANCE VIDEO EDITOR

Location: Lititz, Pennsylvania (On-site or Remote)

Type: Freelance

Experience: 2+ Years

POSITION SUMMARY:

Aurora Films is seeking a talented Freelance Video Editor who can create compelling stories, and bring energy to our clients’ brands. Video content includes but is not limited to: Commercial, corporate, B2B, B2C, product features, educational, and live entertainment support.

Ideal candidates are self-driven and can conceptualize powerful visual content with proficiency, creativity, and detail. Candidates should have an understanding of the full video production process from pre-production through post-production. They should be adaptable, resourceful, and must work well with others in a deadline-driven environment. Preferred candidates also have experience in animation, and visual effects.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Work with team members to effectively edit video content as outlined

• Edit scripted and unscripted videos through a project’s entirety

• Log and review footage

• Develop moving and compelling narratives through interview footage

• Create motion graphics to support video edits (Lower thirds, text builds, intro/outro logo reveals)

• Color-correct and master final sequences

• Understand music and how it can affect the emotional feel of a video

• Use sound effects and other audio/visual tools to enhance projects as needed

REQUIRED SKILLS:

• Adobe Premiere Pro (Minimum 2 years)

• Adobe After Effects (Minimum 1 year)

• Adobe Media Encoder (Minimum 1 year)

• Adobe Photoshop (Minimum 1 year)

PREFERRED SKILLS:

• Keying, motion tracking, and rotoscoping for visual effects and compositing

• Advanced color grading experience (DaVinci Resolve, or similar)

• Mixing and mastering audio (Pro Tools, or similar)

• An understanding of typography and aesthetically appealing graphics and images

• Knowledge of best sequence settings, rendering, and export practices

• Image parallaxing

• Familiarity with common video effects and plug-ins

• Kyno media management

• Other NLE software including Final Cut Pro and Avid

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s Degree preferred, Associate’s or Vocational degrees will be considered.

Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States.

ABOUT US:

Aurora Films was established in 2001 as a full-service media production company. Our Studio is located on the Rock Lititz Campus in Lititz, Pennsylvania. Our facility is equipped with four full edit suites and a 5,000 sq. ft. production space. Aurora Films is uniquely capable of providing a client experience like no other. We focus on social media and web content, B2B, manufacturing, healthcare, lifestyle, food and recipes, music videos, documentaries and testimonials, and live stream support.