Condé Nast is a global media company producing the highest quality content with a footprint of more than 1 billion consumers in 32 territories through print, digital, video and social platforms. The company’s portfolio includes many of the world’s most respected and influential media properties including Vogue, Vanity Fair, Glamour, Self, GQ, The New Yorker, Condé Nast Traveler/Traveller, Allure, AD, Bon Appétit and Wired, among others. Condé Nast Entertainment was launched in 2011 to develop film, television and premium digital video programming.
Job Description
Location:
London, GB
Condé Nast is a global media company, home to iconic brands including Vogue, GQ, Glamour, AD, Vanity Fair and Wired, among many others. Our award-winning content reaches 84 million consumers in print, 367 million in digital and 379 million across social platforms, and generates more than 1 billion video views each month.
We are headquartered in London and New York, and operate in 31 markets worldwide, including China, France, Germany, India, Italy, Japan, Mexico & Latin America, Spain, Taiwan, the U.K. and the U.S., with local licence partners across the globe.
The Role
CNE Video Editors bring compelling, culturally-impactful, entertaining, and diverse branded content to life every day. Candidates should be natural storytellers and creatives first, interested in a role that spans a wide array of projects and styles, and able to collaborate with Creatives and Production. This position works closely with Directors, Producers, Creatives, Post Production Supervisors, other post-production team members, and reports to the Supervising Editor.
What will you be doing?
Edit a variety of complex branded digital video concepts across Condé Nast’s portfolio of brands
Collaborate with Creatives, Directors and Producers throughout post production to meet the creative and client goals of each unique project
Able to quickly and independently cut to the essence of a story, and create compelling and entertaining narratives from diverse raw materials
Maintain active lines of communication with Post Production Supervisors, Directors, and Producers throughout the course of a project; be vocal when it comes to a project’s scheduling, creative, and technical needs, and flag concerns or delays promptly
Skillfully address client and internal notes throughout the course of a project
Video Editors will have multiple projects assigned to them at once; time management and flexibility are key to successfully stay on schedule in CNE’s fast-paced, high-volume post-production environment.
For any assigned project, complete motion graphics, color correction, sound design and mix, deliverables, and cue sheets
When applicable, collaborate with graphics editors, sound mixers, and colorists to complete projects on schedule
Who you are:
Minimum 4 years editing experience, primarily in digital video content; past work in a fast-paced, high-volume studio, media company, or post facility environment preferred
Experience with editing for commercial or branded productions
A well-documented history of working in a number of styles and formats is extremely important
Must be proficient in Adobe Premiere, with advanced capabilities with After Effects strongly preferred
Strong finishing skills; able to handle color correction, sound mix, motion graphics, and possess the capability to deliver high quality design and stylized content
Knowledgeable of professional workflows for graphics and VFX, audio mixing, color correction, and on-line mastering of deliverable assets
Strong understanding of editing principles and current digital trends, with an ability to tell a cohesive story
Finger on the pulse of viral digital video trends, with a knack for creative, insightful, and comedic timing
Must have impeccable organizational and communication skills
Must be able to self-organize priorities to ensure that deadlines for multiple projects are met, adhering to best practices set forth by senior management
Ability to problem solve and work through issues and produce under the pressure of deadlines
Where will you be?
We encourage hybrid working but when you are in the office, this role will be primarily based in the wonderful Adelphi building with breath taking views over the Thames and next to the hustle and bustle of The Strand. This is our London HQ and where members of our global teams sit enabling all of our award-winning content to be created.
What benefits do we offer?
Condé Nast Learning Hub where you’ll find you’ll find all Condé Nast-developed learning courses and trainings, and over 16,000+ courses in seven local languages
25 days holiday and extra days of annual leave for if you get married, move house or want to volunteer
Hybrid working and core hours
Competitive pension scheme
Bupa Private Healthcare
Season ticket loans
Cycle to work
Employee Assistance programme
Bring your dog to work
A wide variety of wellness benefits including gym discounts
Discounts and Magazine Subscriptions
Employee Resource Groups to provide a platform for employees to identify shared objectives, exchange ideas, and work on community priorities for our global workforce
What happens next?
If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply below, and we will review your application as soon as possible. You can update your resume or upload a cover letter at any time by accessing your candidate profile.
Condé Nast is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, familial status and other legally protected characteristics.