We are looking for an ambitious and dedicated Edit Assistant to join a passionate team of creatives with the desire to develop, learn and progress their career within an innovative, inclusive and award-winning film and entertainment agency.



Working on several projects simultaneously, this Edit Assist will require self-motivation, excellent time management and the discipline to cope with fast turnarounds and hard deadlines. They will need to be an excellent communicator liaising between editorial and production, whilst appreciating the importance of security and responsibility for the media being managed.



Please note, that this is an in-person office-based role in Amsterdam.






KEY TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Handling media in a variety of formats: backing up rushes, transcoding proxies, converting masters, ingesting media, syncing interviews with audio, syncing multicam, sorting sequences, laying down stems, conforming, creating AAF and exports files.
Support with troubleshooting technical difficulties (software and hardware), addressing and flagging where support is required. Troubleshooting basic technical problems before referral to Supervisor
Daily upkeep of AVID, Premiere, Nexis and storage system.
Maintaining high-level of communication between edit assist team, Production and other internal teams.
QC and delivery of files to broadcasters, delivery partners, client approval files, TV clearance files and online, audio prep
Ensure all freelancers, new starters and current editorial staff work according to the agreed technical setup for projects, and proactively address if not
Provide guidance and local training to freelancers on our bespoke workflows
Maintain and improve current knowledge of relevant technology and practices to provide support to the wider business
Assist in the planning and implementation of new equipment
Support the development, review and maintenance of appropriate documentation and guidelines on local knowledge for Creatives and freelance staff
Ensure output is technically correct, being confident in using key equipment to assist the online process
Write workflow and case studies of new processes and solutions found to our technical problems.
R&D to ensure we're always up to date and efficient software and hardware wise.
Creative offline editing


ESSENTIAL SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

Experience with AVID and Premiere
A solid understanding of video formats, codecs, aspect ratios, audio configuration, frame rates and camera rushes.
"Can do" attitude when problems arise and knowing when to ask for help.
Understanding that mistakes happen, but it is how to fix them which is important.
The desire and ability to pass on knowledge. This CTA is all about sharing, learning and teaching.
Organised and reliable. Time keeping is essential for this role.
An upbeat communicator, team player and prompt responder.
The ability to keep a tidy and organised workspace.
An enthusiastic problem solver. Handbook clingers won't fit in.
Understands this industry requires flexibility. It's not always glamorous work, some jobs will overrun and some days demanding.


This job description is not exhaustive and is liable to review. The successful applicant will be expected to undertake any other reasonable duties as required in this role.



HOW TO APPLY

Please upload your CV, portfolio, and cover letter explaining what makes you a good fit for the role.

Start Date: As soon as possible with flexibility

Application Deadline: Monday 22nd July 2024
Right to work: Candidates must have the right to live and work in The Netherlands