Photo Editor

As a photo and video editor, your role involves manipulating and enhancing visual media (images and videos) to create a polished, cohesive final product across various industries such as film, television, social media, advertising, journalism, and corporate communications. Here's a breakdown of the job responsibilities for a photo editor and video editor, highlighting the similarities and differences between the two: **Photo Editor:** - Basic Image Adjustments: - Color Correction: Adjust brightness, contrast, saturation, and hue for visually appealing images. - Exposure Adjustments: Fix underexposed or overexposed areas in photos. - Cropping and Resizing: Reframe or resize images to fit specific dimensions. - Retouching and Enhancing: - Skin Retouching: Smooth skin tones, remove blemishes, or enhance features in portrait photography. - Object Removal: Remove unwanted objects or distractions in photos. - Adding or Removing Elements: Insert or eliminate elements to improve image composition. - Artistic Enhancements: - Applying Filters or Effects - Manipulating Layers - Collage and Composition - Preparing for Print or Web: - File Formatting - Resolution Adjustments - Collaboration and Workflow: - Working with Photographers and Designers - Feedback and Revisions **Video Editor:** - Video Cutting and Assembly - Audio Editing and Syncing - Adding Effects and Transitions - Color Grading and Correction - Post-production Refinement - Storytelling and Narrative Construction - Collaboration and Feedback **Key Tools Used by Photo and Video Editors:** - Photo Editing Software - Video Editing Software - Special Effects and Motion Graphics - Audio Editing **Skills and Qualifications:** - Technical Proficiency - Attention to Detail - Creativity - Communication - Time Management **Differences Between Photo and Video Editors:** - Photo Editors focus on single images while Video Editors work with dynamic content. - Video editing is typically more time-consuming due to the integration of various elements. Both photo and video editors play a critical role in crafting high-quality visual content, requiring technical expertise, creativity, and collaboration with other professionals to bring the vision of a project to life. Benefits include a flexible schedule, paid sick time, and paid time off. Experience of 1 year is preferred for this full-time, permanent role with an in-person work location.,