Job Description

Date Posted: 2009-11-07 Ref. JB1352521

Senior Editor - for TV Channel
S. S. Lootah

Job Purpose:

TV Programs editor is responsible for assembling the final product as a sequence consisting of shots from the raw camera footage, dialogue, sound effects and graphics, and the editor's skill determines the quality and delivery of the final product

Principal Responsibilities:

Essential functions of the job include:
­ Reading the shooting script
­ Go through footage, once shooting is done, and select scenes based on their dramatic and entertainment value
­ Looking for the best combination of photography, performance, consistency and timing.
­ Assembling all raw footage, with camera shots either recorded or transferred onto video tape in preparation for inputting into the computer;
­ Inputting uncut rushes and sound, and synchronising and storing them into files on the computer;
­ Digitally cutting the files to determine the sequence of the film and determining what is usable.
­ Creating a 'rough cut' of the programme/film and determining the exact cutting for the next and final stages;
­ Re-ordering and tweaking the content to ensure the logical sequencing and smooth running of the video
­ Overseeing the quality and progress of audio and vision engineering and editing
­ Consulting with the director, producer and/or client throughout the post-production process
­ Familiarising oneself with the style of specific directors
­ Experimenting with styles and techniques including the design of graphic elements
­ Selecting the most effective shot of a scene in terms of drama, story relevance or continuity
­ Writing voiceover/commentary
­ suggesting or selecting music

Key Performance Indicators:

­ Good experience (proven records) at video editing and show some work examples
­ Software certifications
­ Have up-to-date knowledge about the people trends and moods

Skills

- Bachelor / Diploma Degree in video editing or production or equivalent certificate
- 5 years experience in related field at least
- Computer skills (Final Cut, Adobe Pro + foundation, final cut pro, Avid, Adobe After effects, color grading)
- Effective oral and written communication skills (English and Arabic language preferred)
- Good knowledge in lighting, and sound equipments

Education

- Bachelor / Diploma Degree in video editing or production or equivalent certificate

Company Profile

Founded and chaired by Haji Saeed Ahmed Al-Lootah in Dubai in 1956, S.S. Lootah Group employs more than 6, 000 people in the United Arab Emirates. The group continues to be a leader with its diverse and successful business ventures, non-profit educational institutions, entrepreneurship, veracity as well as its profound dedication to corporate citizenship and sustainable development.

The group diversified interests include established consumer brands like Co-Op Islami, food products as well as leading companies across key business sectors, namely construction, building materials, ready-mix concrete, Real Estate, engineering consultancy and general trading among others. S.S.Lootah International, the international business arm of S.S. Lootah Group, facilitates partnerships and cooperation with leading international companies, forming successful partnerships and joint ventures.

Today, S.S. Lootah Group pursues a challenging vision to enhance the environmental, intellectual and cultural climate in the region with entrepreneurial projects and activities. With capabilities to develop and support some of the largest projects in the construction, natural gas networks, telecommunications, alternative energy, environmental research and sustainable development and education domains, the group will continue its heritage of taking the lead to cater to the needs of national growth.