VFX Editor

This is a full-time staff position with benefits, operating on a hybrid work model. Candidates must be based locally in New York City or the surrounding area at the time of hire.

About the role

Framestore's New York office is looking for a VFX Editor to join our growing team on some new and exciting projects within our Integrated Advertising Division. The Editorial department is a busy and energetic workplace and forms the central hub around which our larger VFX jobs are built. It is responsible for all VFX shot management, edit updates, WIP deliveries, and client reviews. The VFX Editor must be highly self-motivated, proactive, able to work independently and as part of a team with internal and external clients.

Responsibilities

• Conform & maintain project edit timelines via client EDL/XML ensuring frame accuracy of entire project
• Maintain up-to-date edit and audio mix while accommodating constantly changing EDLs from clients
• Work closely with VFX Supervisors and Producers to maintain in-depth understanding of a project's status
• Take responsibility and ownership of project, time management, and feedback from Supervisors & Producers
• Update end-of-day edits and output client WIPs to Framestore's web-browser (Front2)
• Build upon and refine a VFX editorial pipeline in conjunction with other Framestore facilities
• Organize and prepare edits for distribution to various VFX departments
• Maintain an up-to-date edit whilst taking into account changing EDLs from clients as well as per-shot versions from VFX departments
• Prepare for and operate NLE system during internal and client reviews
• Take responsibility for own workload, time management, and notes/feedback actions required by Supervisors/Producers

Requirements

• 3+ years professional experience as a VFX Editor working on advertising, episodic, or feature films
• A thorough understanding of core editing workflow principles (EDL management, formats, frame rates, colorspace, etc.)
• A working knowledge of Hiero or (at least) a knowledge of another NLE (FCP, Avid, Smoke)
• Knowledge of and an interest in color spaces, desirable—in particular knowledge of ACES, ARRI, and RED camera color formats
• Excellent organization, communication, and interpersonal skills; ability to think on your feet
• A polite and respectful attitude towards clients
• A proactive and collaborative work ethic
• A strong eye for detail and a meticulous nature
• The ability to multitask, prioritize, and problem solve
• A working knowledge of different professional cameras: R3D, Canon, Phantom, Arri Alexa

Nice to have

• Knowledge of The Foundry's Hiero software
• Knowledge of Shotgun or equivalent asset management systems
• Familiarity with Render Farms
• A working knowledge of a modern, professional VFX pipeline
• Experience in dealing and communicating with clients
• Python programming knowledge

Pay

New York Pay Range: $75,000 - $85,000 per year, exempt. The posted range describes the minimum to maximum range for this job description in the state of New York. The range is posted in accordance with the New York City Pay Transparency Law. The range for this same position may be lower or higher in markets outside of New York City. Pay is dependent on the applicant's relevant skills, experience, and qualifications.