Video Editor

About Us The New Indian Express Group is one of India's oldest and largest media houses, founded by the Late Shri Ramnath Goenka. The New Indian Express Group is publishing Newspapers and Periodicals in the States of Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh, Telengana, Karnataka, Kerala, Orissa and the Union Territories of Puducherry, Andaman and Nicobar Islands, Yanam and Lakshadweep. It publishes its newspapers and periodicals from 33 Centres. It also has Marketing Offices in Kolkata, Mumbai and New Delhi. The Company's publications include English Dailies viz. The New Indian Express and The Morning Standard and Sunday editions The Sunday Express and The Sunday Standard and weekly edition Indulge. The Morning Standard and The Sunday Standard are published in New Delhi. The company also brings out Tamil daily Dinamani and Samakalika Malayalam Varika, a weekly magazine in Malayalam. The group sites are . The Company is professionally managed, with well-qualified and experienced people holding charge of different Departments. The Company's publications are popular and command a large readership. Job Summary We are looking to hire a talented and experienced Video Editor to join our growing content team. This will involve editing video clips, trimming and assembling footage, adding music, sound effects, transitions, color correction, and visual effects, as well as producing eye-catching thumbnails. You will also help elevate the editorial content of our video offerings by contributing creatively to our YouTube channel. Responsibilities Edit and produce high-quality video content for YouTube. Trim, cut, and arrange footage, ensuring fluid transitions, high-quality sound effects, and appropriate background music. Perform colour grading and correction, ensuring all content aligns with our brand’s visual style. Add text overlays, captions, and subtitles to make content accessible and engaging. Design compelling thumbnails that encourage viewers to click and engage with the video content. Collaborate closely with the editorial and production teams to maintain the quality and consistency of all video content. Stay up-to-date with the latest trends in news, cinema, video editing techniques, and YouTube best practices. Ensure all video content is optimized for YouTube, focusing on creating engaging and shareable videos. Qualifications 2-3 years of experience in video editing, particularly for YouTube or news/entertainment content. Strong understanding of video editing principles, including cutting, pacing, visual storytelling, and audio synchronization. Expertise in video editing software (Adobe Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro, Avid Media Composer, After Effects, etc.). Proven creativity in storytelling and a keen eye for detail. Ability to work independently while maintaining communication and collaboration within the team. Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, to effectively understand and execute creative briefs. Additional Skills: Experience with motion graphics and animation. Knowledge of SEO for YouTube and best practices for video optimization. Familiarity with trends in digital content strategy and video engagement. Previous experience in film or entertainment journalism.

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