Editor

At AKQA we believe in the imaginative application of art and science to create beautiful ideas, products and services. With an entrepreneurial and collaborative approach, we design and build adaptive digital services and applications that capture the imagination, delivering impressive returns for our clients.

As a Senior Editor at AKQA, you will be responsible for the management of complex end-to-end editing of video assets and are key part of the core production team for all regional moving image assets. This position is part of the production team working with the production leads, producers, client servicing and creative team members on a daily basis. You will be involved in bringing visual storytelling to life by editing and enhancing moving image content. You will work with various types of media, including videos, films, animations, and commercials, to create engaging and impactful visual experiences.
This position requires technical expertise in editing software. Attention to detail will be essential in transforming raw footage into polished, cohesive, and visually stunning final products.
You will have access to our diverse network of specialists by collaborating across our studios.  You will work in an environment that fosters a meritocratic culture and encourages ownership, and you will be surrounded by some of the brightest minds in their fields.

Located in ElSheikh Zayed, 6th of October City (Cairo, Egypt), as part of the AKQA team, you’ll work in a meritocratic culture surrounded by some of the brightest minds in their fields. You’ll also have the opportunity to learn and grow within a creative and technically advanced team, and have access to ongoing personal and professional development. 

ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES

• Technical Expertise: Utilising industry-standard editing software, such as Adobe Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro, or Avid Media Composer.
• Owns and is responsible for the successful delivery of production projects on time and beyond expectations.
• The ability to translate the creative vision and objectives of each project and work collaboratively with directors, producers, and creative team members to effectively tell the story through visual elements.
• Able to conduct thorough reviews of edited content to ensure accuracy, continuity, and adherence to project specifications. Identify and resolve any technical issues or inconsistencies in the visuals or audio.
• Be a workflow manager – Organize and manage media assets, project files, and backups in an efficient manner. Meeting project deadlines and delivering high-quality work within the designated timelines.

QUALITIES AND CHARACTERISTICS

• 5+ years proven experience in a communication agency or production house environment.
• Experience working on high quality production projects including campaigns & brand films.
• A compelling showreel of work that demonstrates high quality creative editing, colour correction and visual storytelling skills.
• A collaborative, empathic personality.
• A drive to break boundaries and craft the culture defining content.
• Fearlessly, boundlessly creative, and relentlessly attentive to detail.

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AKQA is an Equal Opportunities Employer. We believe that diversity is vital to AKQA’s ability to provide our clients with the best recommendations and are committed to fostering a varied and inclusive work environment. Your race, colour, ancestry, religion, gender, gender identity, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability or veteran status have no bearing on our hiring decisions. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know.