Description:
We are looking for a dynamic Junior Picture Editor with knowledge of the TV and VOD landscape, attention to detail, strong graphic design and picture editing skills, and a motivation to flourish in a small team. This job will reside within Channel 5’s VOD Editorial team and will play a key role as the My5 platform continues to evolve.
To be successful in this role, you must be able to manage your own time well across multiple projects at once. You must be well organised, creative, an able communicator, a teammate and you must thrive in a fast-paced environment. You will be self-motivated, confident in your opinions and able to work alone as well as part of a team, and curious – ready to learn about the subject of a wide range of content.
What will you be doing?
- Uploading and delivering artwork in advance, to meet multiple deadlines, within tight schedules but without compromising on quality.
- Working creatively within the parameters and guidelines of the vision and brand of Paramount and Channel 5
- Developing engaging and impactful key art from concept through to completion for a variety of Channel 5 programmes to reach diverse audiences.
- Retouching and colour correction of show and episodic imagery
- Creating suitable and effective title treatments from scratch to completion
- Producing promotional layered artwork and assets which are delivered externally to a wide range of platforms and brands including Sky, Apple, Amazon, Roku, and Virgin Media.
- Regular meetings with the Senior Editorial Director & other collaborators to present key concepts and artwork, for their feedback and approval.
- Liaising with multiple parties throughout the creative process, including the press team, marketing, and creative teams as well as the production company, to understand the source requirements, targets, strategies, and timescales.
- Managing and responding efficiently to internal/external requests and queries
- Ensuring style and brand guides are adhered to and visual integrity of imagery preserved.
- Embrace the ‘One Paramount’ approach and encourage collaboration and team working.
- Be an ambassador for all Paramount channels and platforms, internally and externally.
What are we looking for?
- A passion for TV and the wider broadcasting industry
- Experience in all stages of the creative design and production process
- A strong visual and creative problem solver with an excellent ability to verbally communicate ideas.
- Experience in mainstream graphics software, including but not limited to: Adobe Creative Cloud – Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign
- Knowledge and experience of mainstream post production techniques and formats
- Committed to teamwork and collaboration.
- Ability to produce and communicate a stream of fresh innovative and original ideas.
- Ability to stay up-to-date with the latest design trends and techniques
- Ability to meet deadlines, often working within tight schedules.
- Strong organisational skills and excellent attention to detail
- A clear understanding of copyright laws