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Description
Prime Video brings together the world's best creators with the most passionate communities in a way that no other entertainment brand can. Not only are we a one-stop hub for distinctive, critically-acclaimed and award-winning original programming including TV series such as The Boys, The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel and Jack Ryan and movies like Borat Subsequent MovieFilm, Coming 2 America, Cinderella, and The Tomorrow War, but we offer a multi-dimensional experience that allows subscribers to fully immerse themselves in their fandom: to read the book, to listen to the soundtrack, to buy the costume, to replay live sports in real time, and more. And that breadth and connection to the Amazon family of brands, along with the support of a passionate and diverse global team, makes Prime Video a company where creators and makers of all kinds can build their future.
The Global Scale Services (GSS) team at Prime Video is an operationally-driven team of designers, video editors, digital producers, QA specialists and operations managers responsible for creating and delivering high volumes of digital assets. GSS is seeking a Video Editor with the ability to deliver engaging high-end video assets of theatrical-level movie and series trailers, short form content for social channels, broadcast and online spots and brand-specific spots. As a Video Editor, you have hands-on experience working with video editing and motion graphics software, where you create and deliver the final cut yourself. You will collaborate with our marketing teams, Prime Video global brand, and cross-functional teams to create dynamic and engaging video content across a variety of executions.
The candidate will have a comprehensive understanding of audio and video editing processes and software, specifically for theatrical-level movie and series trailers, along with experience in digital marketing at fast-paced environments. Additionally, this candidate should have a keen eye for detail, and an excellent ability to communicate.
Key job responsibilities
Create engaging high-quality video assets that meet the creative brief, internal guidelines and specific requirements.
Present work to key stakeholders for review, feedback, and approval.
Collaborate with marketing stakeholders, A/V producers and quality specialists to ensure high standards of video editing, brand consistency and customer experience.
Communicate video editing rational in a clear, open, and fluent manner with internal partners.
Excel at the principals of design, color theory, typography, video graphics, video editing, audio manipulation, subtitles and file creation optimized for digital media.
Work across numerous projects with competing deadlines and effectively prioritize deliverables.
Be a passionate storyteller who is committed to producing great work with high attention to details.
We are open to hiring candidates to work out of one of the following locations:
San Jose, CRI
Basic Qualifications
Online portfolio or demo reel link in the resume showcasing previous video editing work.
3 to 5+ years of experience as a video editor in a creative agency or similar creative production environment.
Bachelor degree or equivalent experience in fields related to Video Editing, Audiovisual Production or an equally strong and relevant portfolio of work.
Excellent Adobe Creative Suite skills, 3 to 5+ years of professional experience working with these tools: Adobe Premiere Pro, Adobe After Effects, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop.
Knowledge of A/V production workflows, particularly short-form or promotional content like trailers, ad units, etc.
Knowledgeable on A/V video formats (such as .mxf, .dnx, ProRes, H.264, .mov, .mp4), subtitle formats (.itt, .srt) artwork formats (.psd, .jpeg, .png), aspect ratios, frame rates, conversions, and codecs.
Proficient spoken, written and conversational English communication skills (C1 minimum, 90%).
Able to deal with ambiguity in a fast-paced environment.
Strong time management skills and team-oriented with the ability to multi-task and meet tight deadlines.
Knowledge of basic captioning and localization processes (i.e. implementation and timing of subtitles and dubbed audio tracks).
Experience with working within Digital Asset Management Systems, naming conventions, file management and working files archival processes.
Preferred Qualifications
Knowledge in sound design, mixing and mastering in Adobe Audition, Avid Pro Tools or Logic Pro is a plus.
International QC and encoding for Digital, OOH and Broadcasting Specs experience is a plus.
Knowledge working with audio stems for sound mixing and mastering in Adobe Premiere Pro (Stereo, 5.1 and Multi-channel).
Experience in Motion graphics (After Effects presets, templates and graphic design for motion)
Strong written, verbal and conversational communication as well as collaborative skills.
Relentlessly high standards (is never satisfied with the status quo).