Cinematic Video Editor

Application Instructions:
Submit your application through onlinejobs.ph. and add video samples with your that have smooth, seamless transitions and are cut to the beat of the music. We are looking for a Cinematic Video Editor who can create a video like our example video below but even better: https://vimeopro.com/neoncloudproductions/round-rock

When applying, mention your favorite tool in Adobe Premiere Pro and how you use it to enhance your edits. Include this in the first line of your cover letter. Submit your resume, a short explanation of why you would be a good fit for this job, and only video examples that match the criteria of the job explained or videos with smooth seamless transitions. No talking heads, not TikTok, no Reels.

Job Title: Cinematic Video Editor

We Are Looking For:
A Cinematic Video Editor who specializes in smooth time remapping, natural transitions, and cutting video to the exact beat of the music. We want someone who loves time remapping and blending shots seamlessly to tell a visual story in a 2-3 minute video. We do not like corny preset transitions but prefer natural, non-jarring transitions that move you smoothly through the video.

Please Read Carefully:
If you do not fit this description, please do not apply. We are looking for highly qualified candidates who meet these specific requirements.

About Us:
Neon Cloud Productions is a leader in creating videos for towns and communities in the US to attract new companies and promote job growth. We focus on producing high-quality cinematic content that showcases workforce, education, available land, railroad, ports, business parks, and development projects through sophisticated visual storytelling. We produce over 100 videos per year and have been in business for more than 12 years.


Website: https://www.neoncloudproductions.com/

Fluency in English:
You must have full professional proficiency in English, including reading, writing, and speaking. Clear and effective communication is crucial to our success. Misunderstandings due to language barriers can cause significant issues. Therefore, you must be able to understand instructions, ask questions, and communicate ideas in English without difficulty.

Full-Time Commitment:
This is a full-time position. You must be committed exclusively to our company. You cannot have other jobs or engagements that could interfere with your work for us. Focus and dedication are essential to maintaining the high standards we expect in our projects.

Working Hours:
We work primarily in the U.S. time zone. While flexibility is appreciated, we require a few hours of overlap with our working hours to ensure smooth communication and timely resolution of any issues.

Key Responsibilities: Edit 2 to 3-minute cinematic videos with a focus on visual storytelling that resonates with our target audience.

Create shorter versions: Produce 90-second, 30-second, and 15-second social media pieces based on the main videos, while maintaining cinematic quality.

Transition Master: You must excel at creating smooth transitions using time remapping and Gaussian Blur to seamlessly move from one shot to another. We are looking for someone who specializes in crafting natural-looking transitions without relying on plugins. We avoid using cliché presets like zoom-ins and zoom-outs. Instead, we prefer transitions that appear organic and complement the natural flow of the camera's movement.

Proxies: You must be an expert at using proxies to ensure seamless transitions between you and our internal team in the US, who will be connecting and using full-resolution footage.

Premiere Pro: You must exclusively use Adobe Premiere Pro for all editing tasks. Proficiency in
this software is required.
Lumetri Colorist: You must be skilled in creating crisp, vivid videos. You need to be able to color balance shots and make them look better than they do in real life using Lumetri in Premiere Pro.

Content Focus: Our videos are created in HD or 4K for use on clients’ websites and LinkedIn. We are NOT INTERESTED in hiring anyone whose specialty is creating content for TikTok, Instagram Reels, YouTube Shorts, or any similar style of editing.

Test Project:
As part of the hiring process, shortlisted candidates will be asked to complete a paid test project. This will involve editing a 90-second and 30-second video. The test will be compensated as follows:

Payment after completing the test to satisfaction: $50 USD

Monthly Salary can be up to $2000-$2500 depending on your skill set.