Film Editor

We're looking for versatile, self-directed editors who have experience creating movies from previz to final output, especially films that contain elements of drama, action, and visual effects. You must enjoy working in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. Though editing has been called the "invisible art," your reel or body of work should demonstrate a mastery of the craft, an ability to iterate, and a solid understanding of visual storytelling.

Duties:

• Integrate into a multi-disciplinary team (6-8 people) and continually produce useful rough edits based on the group's collective conversations and decisions.
• Iterate quickly and submit work that solves problems rather than creates them.
• Self-manage and also be aware of the needs and requirements of those around you.
• Generate ideas and use rough edits to communicate those ideas to the group.

Requirements:

• Strong knowledge of an editing package or two, such as Final Cut, Avid, Premiere, etc.
• Ability to deliver without an assistant editor
• Must be flexible and react quickly to changes in the game environment
• Communication skills that allow you to describe your process maturely and succinctly
• One or more of the following (the more the better):

1. Basic knowledge of 3D packages such as Maya, Moto, SketchUp, etc.
2. Ability to frame shots, set up camera parameters, and create camera moves
3. Lighting skills (rough or final)
4. Ability to set up or tune special effects/particle systems (rough or final)
5. Character posing and animation skills (rough)
6. Sound design skills (rough)
7. An awareness and appreciation of Valve's various Intellectual Properties