The Student Video Editor is responsible for working cooperatively with 22 West Student Video Producers to assist in the visual presentation of 22 West Video shows and their completion. The Student Editor’s duties include video editing, volunteer mentorship and project management.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Edits video footage of all significant events, including 22 West Video shows, and other client projects.

2. Collaborates with 22 West Video staff (primarily 22 West Student Video Producers) to plan and edit video for release on website and online publication platforms.

3. Works closely with 22 West Video volunteers and semester interns, to train and mentor in all areas of video editing and postproduction.

4. Must be able to project timelines and meet deadlines for all aspects of weekly shows and special projects.

5. Prepare the department report for weekly meetings with 22 West Media Student Leads.

6. Work both independently and as part of a team alongside 22 West Video staff to accomplish tasks as delegated by the 22 West Video Student Executive Producer (SEP). SEP has final approval over all editing work completed by the Editor.

7. Assist in the maintenance of video archive of all video projects and establishes an orderly, organized system for filing video footage and all necessary video b-roll on 22 West Video drives.

8. Attends weekly 22 West Video meeting and is available to assist and create content with 22 West Video special events throughout the semester.

9. Other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience

A minimum of one year of job-related experience is required. Concurrent enrollment at CSULB in 6 or more units and maintain a cumulative GPA of 2.0 (or higher). Film or Electronic Arts major preferred.

Knowledge and Abilities 

Must be proficient in the following programs on Mac OS X: Final Cut Pro 7 or Final Cut Pro and or Adobe Premiere, iDVD, DVD Studio Pro, Cleaner, Quicktime (required) and After Effects . Must be proficient in the following programs on Windows: Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Powerpoint. An understanding of video formats and organization is key. Background experience in video production required. Exceptional customer skills are a must. Basic knowledge of (or quick to learn) HD and SD camera equipment, including DSLRs, HD camcorders and MiniDV camcorders. Basic knowledge of (or quick to learn) audio recorders, such as the H4N Zoom Audio Recorder.

Other Qualifications

Submission of a sample video reel is required.