Editor

Position: Video Editor (Project-Based)

Position Overview

We are looking for a skilled and disciplined Project-Based Video Editor to collaborate with RICE on upcoming productions. In this role, you will be responsible for executing the post-production phase for specific campaigns, documentaries, or commercial projects.

We need a storyteller who can hit the ground running—someone who combines technical proficiency with creative intuition to turn raw footage into emotionally resonant stories. You will work closely with our directors and producers to ensure the final output aligns with the project’s vision and our technical standards.

Scope of Work & Deliverables

• Narrative Editing: Assemble raw materials (interviews, b-roll, visual assets) into cohesive stories. This includes reviewing transcripts to identify compelling angles and applying pacing/rhythm to maximize audience engagement.
• DIT & Media Management (If applicable/On-site): Serve as Digital Imaging Technician (DIT) during scheduled shoot days—managing data wrangling, backups, and on-set media organization.
• Finishing Touches: Apply titles, basic color grading, sound design/mixing, and visual effects to enhance the production value of the edit.
• Final Delivery: Export all versions (rough cuts to final masters) meeting specific standards for length, format, and resolution.

Responsibilities & Workflow

• Adherence to SOPs: Rigorously follow RICE’s existing editing workflows, including specific folder structures, project naming conventions, and version control to ensure seamless file integration with our internal team.
• Collaboration: Translate creative briefs from producers and directors into visual stories. You must be responsive to feedback and capable of turning around revisions quickly.
• Asset Handover: Ensure all project files and footage are organized, backed up, and archived according to company guidelines for easy hand-off at project completion.
• AI Integration: Utilize AI tools where appropriate to speed up workflow (e.g., transcription, rough assembly) without sacrificing creative quality.
• Screenings: Participate in review sessions to discuss cuts and implement creative inputs from the team.

Requirements

• Experience: Proven experience in editing diverse formats (Commercials, Documentaries, Branded Content).
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in Adobe Premiere Pro is mandatory (DaVinci Resolve is a plus).
• Workstation: Must have access to a reliable editing workstation capable of handling high-resolution footage (if working remotely).
• Storytelling: Strong narrative intuition—you don’t just cut footage; you build a story.
• Communication: Excellent command of English (spoken and written) for analyzing transcripts and team communication.
• Professionalism: Highly organized, detail-oriented, and strict adherence to deadlines.