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Video Editor

Digitas, Houston, TX, United States


Hybrid Editor And Videographer

Razorfish is looking for a hands-on, hybrid editor and videographer to be part of a tight-knit team of production professionals working for an energy company. This role will have you directly immersed with our clients, on-site in their office. You can expect to work alongside a diverse team editing and shooting internal and external digital, social and events.
Responsibilities

Video Editing: Edit video footage into high-quality content for various social media platforms. Optimize videos for various platforms and devices. Understanding of social first editing, pacing, lighting. Editing for social media with appropriate safety zones and graphics styles.
Videography: Strong video production & still photography skills using DSLR and studio cameras. Working knowledge of lighting and audio mixing, audio recording with wired and wireless mics.
Post-production: Manage post-production tasks including color grading, sound editing, and ability to troubleshoot tech specs and delivery issues. Demonstrated proficiency with industry-standard software, specifically the Adobe Creative Suite and DaVinci Resolve. QC and ensure the quality and delivery of final files is without error. Understanding and editing for safety zones and the difference between paid / organic safety areas.
Project Management: Functionally report to Agency Producer who will assign and manage priority shoots and edits. Organize and maintain assets within a pre-existing storage/archive infrastructure. Meet project deadlines and manage multiple tasks while maintaining quality. Deliver highly engaging and error-free video content. Keep up-to-date with the latest video and motion graphics trends and technologies to bring innovative ideas to the team.
Qualifications

3-5 years of professional experience in video editing and videography. Proficient in video editing software (e.g., Adobe Premiere Pro) and Davinci Resolve color correction software. Strong understanding of storytelling, pacing, and timing. Familiarity with color grading and sound editing. Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal. Ability to handle multiple projects with tight deadlines. Creative problem-solving skills. Attention to detail and strong time management skills. Expertise in social media and pop culture. Passion for social media. Possible overtime or weekend work may be required. Willingness to appear in content (hand, face, voice) as needed. A portfolio showcasing your best work in both video editing and videography.
Preferred Qualifications: Experience with motion graphics software (eg., Adobe After Effects) is a plus. Previous experience in social content creation and advertising.
Benefits

Razorfish offers powerful resources including paid family care, monetary assistance for adoption, surrogacy, and fertility, employee assistance programs, health/wellness/comfort reimbursements, tuition assistance, paid time off, matching gifts programs, flexible working arrangements, and more.