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Assistant Editor (Contract or Full Time)

Job Type: Full-time, Contract

Candidate must be local and work in-house in Richardson, TX.

Brazen Animation is an AUDACIOUS GATHERING OF ARTISTS, innovators, and creators. We are here to tell transcendent stories that endure for ages. Through our cutting edge technology, bold visuals, and character driven stories, we set ourselves apart as we strive to be UNIQUE, PURPOSE DRIVEN, AND UNABASHEDLY BRAZEN. Our company exists to push the limits of animation, redefine creative storytelling, and encourage people to pursue greatness. Put simply, we want everyone to BE BRAZEN! 

Job Summary:

Brazen Animation is seeking a talented and passionate Assistant Editor to join the Brazen team! Brazen’s Assistant Editor reports directly to the Editor.  They should be organized and able to anticipate the needs of the editor and production.  An assistant editor should have a great attitude and be ready to learn and grow.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities
  • Rough edit and assemble videos combining raw footage and audio, storyboards, graphics, etc.
  • Import and export materials and turnovers to and from clients and other departments
  • A strong eye for detail and quality control
  • Keep the premiere projects organized and backed up
  • Manage frame counts for shots and ensure technical accuracy throughout the pipeline
  • Deliver a finished video or elements for various platforms and distribution needs
  • Help troubleshoot technical issues
Required Skills and Expertise
  • Desire to learn and expand skill set
  • Degree or diploma in in fine arts/animation or equivalent experience
  • Strong work-ethic
  • PASSION to explore innovative ideas and software
  • Strong desire to INNOVATE
  • Ability to work AUTONOMOUSLY
  • You are GRITTY when it comes to working hard and solving issues
  • Be ACCOUNTABLE
  • A BOLD and strong collaborator and communicator
  • You are CLASSY and respectful in all that you do 
Qualifications
  • 2+ years of experience working in editorial
  • Experience working in a fast paced environment
  • Photoshop, After Effects and Shotgun experience
  • Working knowledge of Premiere or similar Non-Linear Editor software.
  • Must have solid communication skills and work well within a team
  • We willing to receive and implement feedback
  • Time management skills, ability to receive and execute notes in a timely manner
  • Flexible and highly adaptable in a fast-paced environment
  • Strong problem solving skills

This job description is not meant to be all inclusive. Employees may be required to perform other duties to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

Please be prepared to provide references.