Company Description
Technicolor Creative Studios is a creative technology company driven by one purpose : the realisation of ambitious and extraordinary ideas. We inspire creative companies across the world to produce their most iconic work. Our award-winning teams of artists and technologists' partner with the creative community across film, television, animation, gaming, brand experience and advertising to bring the universal art of storytelling to audiences everywhere.
The Editorial Lead is a key member of the VFX Editorial Department. Their core skills need to be level with if not higher than all Seniors within the group. Technical knowledge, pipeline awareness and interpersonal acumen need to be at the highest.
As a Lead, this individual is the primary support for the TechOps Supervisor and should be able to manage and maintain processes across projects as well as interact with the most senior groups within MPC. They are also expected to cover all responsibilities while the TechOps Supervisor is not available.
The Editorial Lead is a key member of the Technology Team. Their core skills required are :
Excellent knowledge of the Editorial workflowExcellent knowledge of NLE (Non-linear Editing) technologiesInterpersonal acumen at the highest levelGood overall technical knowledgeAbility to work in a fast-paced environmentSupporting a diverse group of individuals, and multiple fast paced VFX projects, the Editorial Lead is an extension of a Senior VFX Editor, providing cohesion on workflow and standards across all levels.
The focus will be to assist the VFX Editorial team whilst liaising with the TechOps Supervisor, VFX Supervisors, HoDs, Producers, Clients and external vendors to improve ingestion / turnover, project workflow and ultimately smooth deliveries of all projects.
As Editorial Lead, you will liaise often with the Tech-Ops / Editorial teams across all sites and brands to review processes, tools, and workflows, and allow for deeper investigation into shared solutions. You will be the bridge between operators (VFX Editors), the InfraOps / Systems team(s).
Primary Responsibilities :
Pick up problems and upcoming projects still to have direct resource assignedProvide first response cover / support due to illness / ALSupport the Dept from a morale and social aspectProtect team members from unwarranted requests / negativityTroubleshoot problems that ariseSupport production team and artist base with Editorial information and quality control throughout the VFX processClient liaison on behalf of facility for Editorial requestsAid in overseeing the VFX Editors, ensuring cohesion on workflows, best practices etcSupport production team and artist base with Editorial information and quality control throughout the VFX processIngest VFX on-set data from Client(s) and distribute to relevant departmentsShare information with Supervisors and Artists on latest edit context and how updates affect the creative processDistribute and log specific shot / cut information in multiple databases to match the latest client updatesUpdate NLE systems with VFX shots for review by supervisorsRun / Support internal dailies sessions for each discipline of the VFX processRun / Support review sessions between multiple sites and clients globallyDeliver QuickTime, Hi Res formats (EXRs etc) and any other associated material to the Client(s) for approval / review / feedbackPerform editing functions as required by the Production teamQualificationsTechnical Knowledge / Skills :
Excellent computer skills in Windows, MacOS, and LinuxExcellent understanding of Truelight, RV, Avid, Cinesync and Premier, Heiro, Nuke StudioExcellent understanding of data management, video codecs, frame rates, resolutions and film formatsExcellent understanding of Colour Science requiredExcellent Shell Scripting is an assetThorough understanding of the editing processExperience :5+ years' experience within a VFX Editorial teamExcellent knowledge and experience in the VFX IndustryCustomer relation experiencePeople management experience and team building skillsAttributes :
Ability to establish and maintain a professional rapport with ClientsExcellent communication and problem-solving skills in a high-pressure environmentExcellent ability to work under pressureExcellent standard of attention to detailAbility to prioritize and delegate tasksWork well with others in a team environmentDemonstrate leadership aptitudesExcellent communication and organizational skillsPleasant mannerAdditional Information
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