Sr. Video Editor

Description

The Utah Jazz, a franchise of Smith Entertainment Group (SEG), is looking for a Sr. Video Editor to join our dynamic creative services team. This position will primarily focus on editing a wide variety of short-form and long-form content for the Utah Jazz as well as other departments and teams within SEG. This position may manage other video editors on projects, and assist in the post-production needs on video shoots and all other productions as needed. The right person for this position must be a master of their craft and well-versed in the post-production process of telling concise, visually pleasing stories. The Sr. Video Editor should be able to turn any filmed footage into a quality edited piece while also being able to film with various cameras. This person should be able to see a project from concept to completion and bring new ideas to the creative voice of the team. In this role, you will need to have a good sense of visual composition, take direction, be open to notes, and be versatile. You’ll be able to combine your passion for sports with video production. This is a full-time position. 

Please attach a demo reel or website of your previous work with the application.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Edit high-end videos surrounding the Utah Jazz team including assets for corporate partnerships, ticketing, and team operations as well as Utah Hockey departments where needed.
• Edit videos ranging from player intro videos, hype videos, interviews, commercials, short-form, and long-form pieces.
• Bring new ideas to life in the editing room and portray basketball in unique & interesting ways from concept to completion.
• Assist directors, editors, creators, and designers.
• Work closely with the Post Production Director and aid on post-production tasks ranging from leading on edits in the pipeline, video edit reviews, coaching and teaching mid to junior-level editors.
• Organize and even lead on high-end video features when needed.
• Organize, set up, and assign editing projects when needed.
• Collaborate and communicate effectively in a team environment
• Out-of-the-box thinker and problem solver
• Editing an event, hype, and other videography-style videos is required.
• Other duties as assigned
• Embody the company values of Transparency, All-in, Community Obsessed, One Team, and Scrappy

COMPETENCIES:

• Pre-Production
  • Ability to prepare necessary materials in the pre-production process such as mood boards, storyboards, reference and inspiration guides, and more that is focused on the post-production process (such as effects, presets, looks, and more).
• Production
  • Oversee post-production prep from on-set productions, and even act as production assistant on-set as needed.
• Post Production
  • Color Correction (experience in Lumetri Scopes a must, experience in Da Vinci Resolve a bonus).
  • Knowledge of conversion and style LUTs.
  • Knowledge of Essential Sounds and Essential Graphics (such as mogrts).
  • Ability to mix sound and sound design is a plus.
  • Keeping up with the latest updates to software to make the post-process more efficient
  • Experience with Dynamic Link in the Adobe Creative Suite.
• Camera & Equipment
  • Experience with various 4K cameras and audio equipment is a plus.
  • Experience with camera stabilizers is a plus.
  • Experience with lighting, grip, and electric equipment is a plus.
• Understand frame rates, codecs, resolutions, and other technical specifications of cameras and video outputs.
• Understand different delivery mediums and specs (such as social media, TV, and more).
• Knowledge of the Adobe Creative Suite (such as Premiere Pro, Audition, and After Effects).
• Knowledge of Adobe Photoshop and Adobe Illustrator.
• Basic motion graphics experience is a plus.
• Experience and comfortability using Apple products and macOS.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• 4-year degree preferred.
• Minimum of 4-6 years of demonstrated professional experience working in a fast-paced production environment.
• Interest in the NBA and NHL is preferred.
• Flexibility in schedule (such as nights, weekends, and holidays).
• Experience editing quick turnaround projects.
• Experience owning an editing project(s).
• Experience with project management software such as (Asana, Wrike, etc)
• Be hands-on and proactive.
• Passion for the creative and storytelling processes.
• Ability to prioritize multiple projects and meet deadlines.
• On-set production experience is a plus.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

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