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As a division of Pearson Education, Peachpit is able to offer its employees a comprehensive benefits package and other advantages that come with a connection to a large, well-established company.
At the same time, in part due to our geographical separation from the rest of Pearson, we have our own distinct culture and quite a bit of freedom to organize ourselves as we like. We recognize the value of a flexible structure. We also freely share information among employees. Our full staff meets once each month for open discussions in which we share ideas and speak what's on our minds. Our office has an open architecture and lots of artwork. Our hiring committees always include a couple of people chosen at random from the staff.
The Peachpit community extends far beyond the walls of our office here in San Francisco to include our authors, outside designers and editors, customers, and readers.
Experienced copyeditors and proofreaders with knowledge of the software we cover should send an updated resume to editresumes@peachpit.com to be considered for freelance projects.
Video Editor
Pearson Technology Group is looking for a creative, highly-motivated and multi-talented Video Editor for our new video production studio in San Francisco. In this role, you will execute the day-to-day post-production needs for our online media training programs.
Candidate must possess advanced or expert knowledge of Adobe Premiere and Final Cut Pro, as well as other video editing platforms/techniques. In this role, you will be primarily responsible for post production workflow: metadata tagging, multimedia asset management and assembling raw materials into finished products suitable for streaming. Assets may consist of raw camera footage, dialogue, sound effects, graphics and special effects.
The Video Editor will work closely with production management to achieve desired results, both via pre-production planning and throughout the post production process. The Video Editor also assists with on-site video production and quality control on an as-needed basis.
Job responsibilities:
*Edit a wide variety of web-based streaming instructional training videos for the creative pro market on topics such as DSLR photography, video editing, graphic design, UX/UI, web design and more.
*Assist Video Studio Operator with in-house video production as needed, including but not limited to: digital camera operation, lighting set up, compiling studio logs and technical reports, and maintaining studio and control spaces.
*Work closely with production management to coordinate project-specific post production requirements based upon editorial specs and production schedule.
*Serves as video editing consultant and primary post production troubleshooter.
*Perform other duties as directed by Manager of Video Development and Production, including quality assurance.
*Research and source media as needed. In-house music library management.
*Project a professional appearance and demeanor.
*Demonstrate exceptional communication skills.
*Maintain positive and cooperative rapport with staff, management and clients.
*Social media savvy.
*Passion for the EdTech space and innovation.
*Avid, curious learner.
*Organized, detail-oriented, multi-tasker.
Basic Qualifications
*5+ years of television/internet video editing and production experience. Considerable knowledge of the methods, video equipment and techniques used in the video editing field.
*Animation, motion graphics, sound design and video compression expertise required.
*OS X and Windows fluency. Advanced or expert knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite including Premiere and of Final Cut Pro. Strong proficiency in After Effects.
*Teleprompter software experience.
*Media Asset Management knowledge.
*Must possess an acute visual sense and developed organizational skills.
*Must work well under pressure and thrive under tight deadlines. Must be flexible and capable of handling multiple assignments at once.
*Ability to work nights, weekends and holidays as required. Flexibility to alter shifts/days off to accommodate projects and departmental objectives.
*Ability to effectively communicate ideas orally and in writing.
Preferred Qualifications
**Capable of training others and generating training documentation.
*A four year degree in video engineering or communications, electronics, television production or related field.
*Experience with drawing, typography and color theory a plus
Please submit your demo reel along with your cover letter and CV.
If you are interested in applying for this position and you meet the minimum qualifications for the opening, please submit your resume and cover letter to our paperless, online database by going to https://external-pearson.icims.com/jobs/14993/job and complete the Online Response Form. Please note: all applicants must submit their interest in a specific position by applying via the Online Response Form. Equal Opportunity Employer m/f/d/v
Production Editor
Peachpit, a San Francisco-based imprint of Pearson Education, is a leading publisher of books, eBooks and videos for creative professionals.
Peachpit products are produced in a team environment. As part of the team for each product, the Production Editor coordinates with the Editor, Designer, Print Buyer and Marketing Product Manager to produce quality products in a timely manner and on budget.
Sample tasks related to the Production Editor’s responsibilities:
*Working with authors to ensure submission of quality materials
*Hiring freelance compositors to produce books
*Checking corrections during layout
*Approving proofs and making any necessary corrections
Required Skills:
*Strong knowledge of Mac OS X, InDesign, font management, and competency in Word, Photoshop, Illustrator, Acrobat, Windows, FTP client software
*Strong knowledge of electronic prepress production and printing technologies, including proper linescreen values, four-color printing, printer signatures, creating PostScript and PDF files, preparing and organizing files for the printer
*Five years experience working with color management using current SWOP guidelines preferred
*HTML5 and XHTML coding experience preferred
*Excellent independent project management, decision-making and multitasking skills, including ability to juggle multiple projects in various stages
*Excellent communication skills (written and verbal) and ability to exercise diplomacy
*Working knowledge of layout, typography, and design principles
*Ability to learn and use new technologies as needed and put them to work effectively in the production process
*Must be organized, efficient, accurate, and detail-oriented
This is NOT a design position.
If you are interested in applying for this position and you meet the minimum qualifications for the opening, please submit your resume and cover letter to our paperless, online database by going to https://external-pearson.icims.com/jobs/14774/job and complete the Online Response Form. Please note: all applicants must submit their interest in a specific position by applying via the Online Response Form. Equal Opportunity Employer m/f/d/v
