POSITION SUMMARY:

The VFX Editor will support the VFX Editor in managing and organizing large-scale visual effects projects. This role involves a wide range of tasks, from media management and shot tracking to technical support and client communication.

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Business Unit: Powerhouse VFX
Position: Editor

Location: Toronto, ON (Remote)

• Pay Range: $25.00 - $40.00 CAD hourly

MAIN DUTIES:

The Editor will be responsible for downloading and organizing media from various sources, and delivering materials to a variety of clients, ensuring security protocols are all followed carefully. Their duties are as outlined below:

• Media Management: Import, organize, and manage digital media assets, including footage, sound effects, and visual effects plates.
• Conforming and Syncing: Conform and sync footage to editorial timelines, ensuring accurate frame-by-frame alignment.
• Shot Tracking and Database Management: Maintain and update shot tracking databases, logging and organizing VFX shots and their associated tasks.
• Technical Tasks: Perform technical tasks such as transcoding, color correction, and basic compositing as needed.
• Client Communication: Communicate effectively with clients, directors, and other team members to understand project requirements and provide updates.
• Problem-Solving: Troubleshoot technical issues and find creative solutions to challenges.

The ideal candidate will have prior working experience as a VFX Editor or similar role in the visual effects industry. They must have strong proficiency in industry-standard editing software such as Nuke Studio, Hiero, Avid Media, and have the ability to manage large amounts of data and maintain a well-organized workflow. Additional desired skills include:

• Composer, DaVinci Resolve or Adobe Premiere Pro
• Knowledge of file formats, codecs, and color spaces.
• Meticulous attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Ability to troubleshoot technical issues and find creative solutions.
• Willingness to learn new technologies and adapt to changing project requirements.
• Understanding of the VFX production pipeline, including pre-visualization, compositing, and rendering is a plus.
• Basic scripting skills (Python, TCL) to automate tasks and streamline workflows is a plus.
• Familiarity with 3D software such as Maya or Houdini is a plus