Edit multiple fast-paced video trailers from pre-production through post-production. Collaborate with creative teams, producers, capture teams, assistant editors, and motion graphics designers. Integrate sound design, music, voice-over, VFX, and motion graphics to create emotionally impactful, story-driven trailers for various platforms.
As an Editor, you’ll lead multiple complex, fast-paced video projects simultaneously, from pre-production through post. You’ll collaborate closely with the creative team, capture team, producers, assistant editors, and motion graphics designers to craft innovative trailers.
Responsibilities
- Collaborate with the creative team, producers, and (in most cases) the capture team to conceptualize and deliver high-quality trailers for a variety of platforms and uses
- Implement sound design, music, and voice-over elements to enhance the emotional impact of each trailer
- Partner with the graphics team to apply visual effects and motion graphics that highlight key moments, dialogue, and character expressions
Requirements
- Proficiency in Adobe Premiere, After Effects, and DaVinci Resolve
- Proven experience editing trailers
- A strong portfolio demonstrating a deep understanding of storytelling, pacing, and action-driven editing
- Experience integrating VFX and sound design
- Strong grasp of narrative structure, pacing, and emotional tone in trailer editing
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience editing trailers for video games or cinematic projects
- Knowledge of multiplayer games, RPGs, and FPS titles
- Passion for video games and storytelling
- Excellent communication skills, with the ability to explain complex ideas eloquently
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven production environment
Keywords Studios San Francisco, California, USA Office
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