We are looking a Video Editor to join RFE/RL’s newly created Russian Investigative Unit based in Riga. You will support the social media video production of the newly created Russian Investigative Unit. You assemble recorded footage into a finished project that is high quality and suitable for broadcasting. Working together with investigative journalists on the team, you will brings sight and sound together in order to tell a cohesive news story for maximum impact of an investigation or a special report.
RESPONSIBILITIES
• Edits raw video in a seamless style that enhances a story's impact and makes sure all elements in the rundown are ready for air.
• Quickly grasps the production team’s needs and specifications.
• Assembles rough video edits with logical sequencing based on drafts of scripts from producers.
• Smoothly inputs music, subtitles, graphics, and effects.
• Ensures sound levels for videos are within acceptable ranges and transition smoothly between sequences.
• Continuously discovers and implements new editing technologies and industry best practices to maximize efficiency.
• Consults with stakeholders from pre-production to post-production process.
• Creates flawless final cuts.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education:
• Higher education or certificate in film studies, a related field or the equivalent in experience is preferred.
Work Experience:
• At least 6 months of experience in non-linear video editing for a news- oriented media organization
• At least 6 months of experience with digital technology and editing software packages.
• Proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite 6 (Premiere Pro, After Effects, Final Cut, Photoshop).
• A strong portfolio that reflects video editing work and demonstrable ability to innovate and tell high-impact stories on a variety of multimedia platforms.
Competencies:
• Ability to work under deadline pressure and to use images and sound to achieve the vision of the investigative team.
• Sense of news judgment, pace, and an eye for detail.
• Broad knowledge of international events and politics and familiarity regarding the situations in Russia and neighboring countries.
• Creative mind and storytelling skills with proven ability to enterprise and innovate to create new ways to tell high-impact stories on a variety of multimedia platforms.
• A proactive, can-do attitude, with excellent interpersonal skills needed to build positive relationships within RFE/RL.
Languages:
• Russian language (Mandatory)
• English language (Desirable)
Should you be interested in this position please apply by submitting your CV and a cover letter in English.
Salaries for employees in RFE/RL's broadcast regions are competitive, based on prevailing local conditions. Employee benefits in RFE/RL's broadcast regions are in accordance with the local labor law specific to the country.
Note: In response to changing operational requirements, RFE/RL retains the discretion not to make an appointment, or to modify the job specifications for a particular vacancy.
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