ESPN is hiring: Video Editor in Bristol

The Video Editor, Creative Studio position possesses an advanced ability for non-linear video editing in a fast-paced sport news environment. The Video Editor is expected to be an effective collaborator within various Edit areas and partners to help support the creative process, while editing at an advanced creative level. They help develop personnel, projects, and individual skillsets that propel Edit and Creative Studio into the future.

ESPN Creative Studio is a unit within the Content division of ESPN. Our staff comprises of Motion Graphics, Edit, Visual Storytelling, Production Enhancements and Innovations, Creative Operations, and the Music group. Positions within Creative Studio include Video Editors, Post Editors, Producer Editors, Sound Design, Graphic Designers, Project Managers and Art Directors, etc. We are the go-to destination to conceptualize, develop, and execute content creation across all domestic and international ESPN distribution platforms.

Responsibilities :

• Exhibits advanced skill to assemble and create content using non-linear editing software in a fast-paced sport news environment.
• Strong editing skills, effective communication, and ability to perform well under pressure, high demand, strict timelines and / or live conditions with little supervision.
• Ensure all created content meets ESPNs high standards for video and audio quality. Conducts quality control measuring and corrective action steps to ensure and / or enhance video content.
• Demonstrates a strong knowledge of edit workflow, software and facility layout in assigned areas.
• Responsible for adhering to established organization of media and naming conventions.
• Establish strong relationships and gain knowledge of our partners, including their impact and / or specific integration with Creative Studio.
• Advanced organizational, creative, communication, and planning skills are required for team collaborative success.
• Provides strong service to all?collaborative partners.?
• Must have the skill and attitude to train less experienced editors on edit workflows and software.
• Will write and provide feedback in training initiatives and project contributions.
• Keep updated on knowledge of industry technology and help establish new workflows to create accurate and effective results on specific or future assignments.
• Must have the ability to train and learn new techniques / software platforms that aligns with industry needs and trends.
• Ability?to?identify?and quickly escalate issues. Recommend solutions and / or resolve operational errors and equipment failures.?
• Provide strong multi-directional communication to ensure success of assignments and accomplishments. Self-initiate creative projects and pitch ideas towards departmental objectives.
• Strong understanding of multiple file-based formats and provide file-based ingest support.

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