Junior Editor / Videographer

Weber Shandwick Detroit is seeking a full-time Junior Editor / Videographer to join our growing creative team. As part of the team, you’ll have the opportunity to bring big ideas to life, create high-profile video content for our clients, and touch all facets of the production process in a fun, collaborative environment. We are looking for a candidate with a strong understanding of the fundamentals of video production, editing and visual storytelling to create high-quality branded content. Our ideal candidate will be a self-starter, able to work independently and take the creative initiative to make the mundane magical. We’re looking for problem-solving candidates who can think on their feet, have a good handle on production workflow, understand the digital cultural space , and can passionately nerd out on editing techniques, music, and camera gear. Experience working with Premiere and Photoshop is a requisite, and After Effects knowledge preferred.

Job Description

Responsibilities

Support Creative Directors, Art Directors, Copywriters, and Video Producers to execute or translate creative concepts into compelling digital content ( short form / long form videos, GIFs, animations).
Film and edit high-quality video content with a focus on delivering for social media audiences.
Manage, operate and maintain video production equipment including cameras, lenses, lighting, audio equipment and necessary support gear.
Ensure all creative adheres to existing brand guidelines and social media best practices.
Assist Video Producers during the pre-production process: vendor coordination, shoot prep, brainstorms, etc.
Usher projects through the post-production workflow – creative editing, motion graphics, audio mixing and color correction – to ensure high-quality and timely deliverables.
Work closely with Producers and Production Manager on content management, file organization, and equipment coordination.

Qualifications

College degree or 1-2+ years working in an agency or related digital video production/post production environment.
Please provide portfolio or examples of work for review.
Top notch creative editorial skills – the ability to craft a good story or find a unique one in the editing room.
Demonstrated creative eye for composition, camera operation and visual storytelling.
Strong knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite software
Premiere experience a must. After Effects and motion graphics experience a definite plus.
Knowledge in operating standard digital video cameras and equipment, including lighting and audio.
Good understanding of social platforms and content formats.

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