Image Engine

VFX Editor - Mid (Expression of Interest)

Vancouver, British Columbia · Mid

Work authorization required$68k-$78kDetected 5 days ago

LinuxPremiere ProAvidCommunicationTime Management

About the role

Involved from the very first stages of production, our exceptionally talented crew works closely with clients to push artistic and technical boundaries.
R&D is central to our philosophy of driving creativity through innovation, with a focus on continually evolving our robust production pipelines and pioneering in the area of proprietary software development.
VFX Editors are also responsible for all editorial work relating to show demo reels and any additional promotional pieces.

Set up Shotgun with all editorial related information from client VFX line-ups, such as frame ranges, retimes, and all other client editorial information, then communicate and manage this information for a show's duration
Keep cuts updated with latest VFX versions of shots, and create review media of these cuts for team and supervisor review on a regular basis
Create and update demo reels of VFX material for specific needs as assigned by Marketing and Production
In addition, VFX editors will work with the Marketing Manager to develop demo reels to help promote Image Engine's work and secure new business.
We offer a full range of visual effects services from concept designs and pre-visualization to computer-generated animation, compositing, and explosive volumetric digital effects.

Minimum 2 years of film editing experience
Bachelor's degree or equivalent technical school certification in film editing or computer graphics, or equivalent work experience (Experience must be in animation, film or digital effects)
Set up editorial references for artists to match retimes, repositions, and other client editorial vfx indications, and provide additional details where required
Maintain databases and logs of work progress as required to efficiently track the status of all work and provide easy updates to managers and coordinators
Candidates are required to be based in British Columbia and eligible to work in Canada*

Advanced knowledge of Avid Media Composer
Familiarity with RV, Resolve, Nuke, Adobe Premiere (+CS) is an asset
Good understanding of Autodesk Shotgun production tracking system
Comfortable using Windows, Linux, and Mac operating systems
Ability to work well in a team environment in a professional manner within tight deadlines
Effective troubleshooting skills and ability to deal with competing priorities and projects
Capable of learning new workflows quickly and accurately, and adapting workflows to fit new project needs.
Able to make independent decisions and exercise creative judgment in the development of projects
Ability to adapt quickly to new technologies and applications
Excellent time management and communication skills
A passion for editing

Company Benefits: Extended healthcare from day 1, premiums 100% covered by Image Engine, up to 8 paid Health and Wellness days per year.

Extended healthcare from day 1, premiums 100% covered by Image Engine, up to 8 paid Health and Wellness days per year.

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