Video Editor

Recognized as a global leader in interactive and digital entertainment, Sony Interactive Entertainment (SIE) is responsible for the PlayStation® brand and family of products and services. PlayStation has delivered innovation to the market since the launch of the original PlayStation in Japan in 1994.

he PDSG Creative group at PlayStation World Wide Studios is seeking a passionate, creative and talented contract video editor to work on a project basis. As part of the production team, editors are critical to the successful outcome of our projects and we will rely on your creativity and talent to produce innovative and engaging work.

* Key responsibilities include editing work on trailers, intros and credit sequences for some of the leading game titles in the industry, from concepting through final execution. We’re looking for individuals who consistently strive to raise the bar and push their own creative limits, learn new techniques, and incorporate new ideas in coming up with original designs that solve the creative brief. * Contributes and executes ideas to the creative direction of Creative/Post Projects * Strong time and resource management skills * Meets critical deadlines under changing conditions * Provides internal project leadership to edit/post team on assigned productions utilizing strong planning, organizational, and communication skills * Embraces new technologies and concepts in workflow * Contributes to special projects/assignments as needed * Directing game capture sessions and/or production shooting that addresses strategic objectives * Strong writing skills and a sense of story construction * Providing concept pitches with strong writing and communication skills as well as a well-defined aesthetic sensibility to help convey those concepts * Providing quality assurance on creative deliverables

* Our ideal candidate will come from a background in writing, shooting and editing for film or broadcast who would be looking for an opportunity to work with like-minded individuals who are fun and share your passion for work, dedication to quality and drive to succeed. Candidates should also be looking for a new challenge and an opportunity to be part of a dynamic group within a market leader in the gaming industry. * At least 5 years of digital video editing experience working in a busy multimedia company * Must be proficient in Final Cut Pro, Avid or Premiere. Knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite including After Effects, Photoshop and Illustrator is a plus * Comprehensive understanding of editing file structures and A/V formats and compression * Ability to learn fast, take direction and good time management skills to be able to juggle many projects simultaneously * Work well under pressure * Have passion for visual aesthetics and storytelling * Bonus Qualifications * Strong understanding of the theory and aesthetics of graphics creation, color correction and audio mixing * Excels in a team environment, ability to build/maintain positive relationships through strong collaboration efforts * Able to promote excellent client service through individual, departmental, and interdepartmental support * Design/Agency/VFX/Advertising or Studio background is a bonus * General Video Games Knowledge * NOTE: please only apply if you have a show reel demonstrating your skills to match the above.