Hasta La Motion!

We are currently in production on John Carter Of Mars, Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows and Captain America: The First Avenger.

* Job Title: VFX Editor
* Department: Editorial
* Location: London
* Reports To: Head of Editorial

Key Purpose of the Job

Handle all editorial tasks required on a show and for internal pr/hr to the high standard expected by DNeg.

Needs To Do

* Maintain all cuts, keeping them updated with latest comps
* Maintaining shot and VFX databases
* Have an expert understanding of all editorial tools
* Client deliveries
* Liaising with cutting rooms
* Organising and driving dailies sessions &client meetings
* Provide motivation and training for assistants
* Work closely with internal production and artists, providing advice when needed
* Cut in house reels

Needs To Know

* At least 2-3 years experience working in a Film Editorial Dept, Cutting room or similar environment
* Demonstrate proficiency in editing using Final Cut Pro
* A firm understanding of the VFX process and terminology
* Possess an understanding of Film and HD video formats, files, frame rates and resolutions
* File encoding/transcoding experience, exhibiting a sound understanding of video codecs and file formats
* Have basic Photoshop skills
* Understand film keycode and its applications
* Professional experience in using the following software/hardware:
Essential –
* Final Cut Pro
* Compressor
* DVD Studio Pro
* Filemaker Pro
* Photoshop
Desirable –
* 2k Playback software such as Baselight, Framecycler or RV
* Fedora Linux (basic)
* Cinesync
* Arri LocPro projector
* Steenbeck film editing desk

Needs To Be

* Self motivated individual
* Keen to learn new skills and applications
* Excellent communicator
* Strong multi-tasker
* Good eye for detail
* A team player
* Problem Solver
* Calm under Pressure
* A love of film and VFX

If you are interested please apply online at www.dneg.com/jobs

We look forward to hearing from you!