Finishing Assistant Editor (Premiere)

Los Angeles, CA 90028
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Job Description

ZEALOT is a powerhouse of creativity and innovation in entertainment marketing with a rich history of crafting compelling trailers, TV spots, and digital campaigns for some of the most popular film and TV productions in the world.

We value diverse perspectives and foster an inclusive environment where all team members can thrive. We're committed to nurturing talent and providing growth opportunities for those who demonstrate passion, dedication, and a pursuit of excellence.

Job Description:
The Finishing AE’s primary function is to aid in the process of prepping and finishing content. You will work closely with the Post Production team creating preps and final deliverables for clients. The candidate must have a thorough knowledge of deliverables, the ability to read spec sheets and the capacity to output final files to spec. This role is best suited to an AE who is technically skilled and wants to pursue a career as a finisher, rather than a creative editor.

Responsibilities & Duties:
  • Confirm with Post Production team the deliverables needed for each project.
  • Create shot requests and preps per client guidelines.
  • Conform offline sequences with high-res footage, final GFX, and final mixes.
  • Alert Post Production team to any issues that need to be corrected.
  • Compress cuts for producer and client approval.
  • Execute confirmed deliverables list quickly and accurately once approved.
  • QC final files, troubleshoot and fix any issues.
  • Create music cue sheets, shot logs and scripts as necessary.
  • Assist Editorial AE team when needed.
Requirements:
  • Prior entertainment marketing experience with an agency, network or studio.
  • Enjoy multi-tasking with multiple daily deadlines.
  • Must be organized and have excellent project setup and management skills.
  • Although this is a hybrid position, you must thrive working in-office.
  • Must be able to work nights and weekends as needed.
Software:
  • Adobe Premiere
  • Adobe Media Encoder
  • Adobe After Effects
  • DaVinci Resolve
These are the primary responsibilities of a Finishing AE. More may be added or subtracted as necessary.

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