The Senior VFX Editor is a key member of the VFX Editorial Department for MPC Episodics. Their core skills need to be level with if not higher than all other Seniors. Technical knowledge, pipeline awareness and interpersonal acumen need to be at the highest as they are the pivot point between Editorial and Production.

Primary Responsibilities:

Client liaison on behalf of facility for editorial requests
Support production team and artist base with editorial information and quality control throughout the VFX process
Ingest VFX on-set data from client and distribute to relevant departments
Share information with Supervisors and Artists on latest edit context and how updates affect the creative process
Distribute and log specific shot/cut information in multiple databases to match the latest client updates
Update NLE systems with VFX shots for review by supervisors
Run internal dailies sessions for each discipline of the VFX process
Run Baselight, Cinesync and RV review sessions between multiple sites and clients globally
Deliver Quicktimes, Hi Res format and any other associated material to the client for approval
Perform editing functions as required by the production team
Troubleshoot problems that arise
Learn new technology and applications to develop usable skills on other editing platforms
Teach/influence the Mid/Junior VFX Editors
Provide first response cover/support due to illness/AL
REQUIREMENTS
MPC Episodic opens the world of award-winning, industry defining VFX tools and talent to streaming and episodic showrunners globally.

From pitch to delivery, from Virtual Production techniques to the latest in photo-real CG character development, from the most minute detail to epic earth-shattering effects, MPC Episodic delivers new levels of expertise to episodic VFX.

MPC is home to brave creators who are eager to combine innovation, craft and creativity to bring entirely different ideas and experiences to audiences everywhere. Working at MPC is where passion and purpose come together; we support new ways of thinking to empower talent as we continue to lead the industry.

QUALIFICATIONS
Skills and Experience

Technical Knowledge/Skills:

Excellent computer skills in Windows, MacOS, and Linux
Excellent understanding of Truelight, RV, Avid, Cinesync and Premier
Excellent understanding of data management, video codecs, frame rates, resolutions and film formats
Excellent understanding of Colour Science required
Excellent Shell Scripting is an asset
Thorough understanding of the editing process
Able to provide guidance and basic training for New Starters, Mids, Juniors

Experience:

5+ years' experience in the VFX Industry or similar industries
Experience in team management and providing training
Attributes:

Ability to establish and maintain a professional rapport with clients
Excellent ability to work under pressure
Excellent standard of attention to detail
Ability to prioritize and delegate tasks
Work well with others in a team environment
Demonstrate leadership aptitudes
Excellent communication and organizational skills
Excellent problem solving ability
Pleasant manner