Video Colorist

Job Title: Video Color Artist
Job Overview:
archVi is looking for a skilled Color Artist to join our creative team. You will be responsible for editing raw footage into finished projects, while also enhancing the visual appeal with advanced color correction and grading techniques. The ideal candidate is a highly creative individual with a passion for storytelling and a keen eye for color, detail, and aesthetics.
Key Responsibilities:
Color Grading and Correction:
Perform color correction to adjust raw footage's balance, brightness, contrast, and color tones.
Apply advanced color grading techniques to establish mood, atmosphere, and visual consistency throughout the project.
Utilise color grading tools (e.g., DaVinci Resolve, Adobe Premiere Pro) to create the desired visual aesthetic.
Work closely with directors and cinematographers to ensure the colour grading aligns with the project's creative vision.
Ensure final color output is consistent across all platforms (broadcast, web, social media, etc.).
Collaboration and Feedback:
Receive and implement feedback from creative teams and clients to refine edits and colour grading.
Stay updated with industry trends, editing tools, and colour grading technologies to enhance your skills and output continuously.
Maintain organised workflows, manage project files, and ensure the final delivery is technically sound.
Basic Video Editing:
Edit raw footage into engaging, high-quality video content that meets project requirements.
Trim, sequence, and combine video clips while ensuring smooth transitions, pacing, and flow.
Work within brand guidelines and deliver videos according to the required formats and deadlines.
Qualifications:
Proven experience as a Colour Artist with a strong portfolio demonstrating editing skills across various formats (film, web, social media).
Expertise in colour grading using industry-standard tools (e.g., DaVinci Resolve, Adobe Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro).
Strong understanding of colour theory and visual storytelling.
Knowledge of various video formats, resolutions, and codecs for output.
Strong attention to detail, creativity, and problem-solving skills.
Excellent communication and collaboration abilities.
Ability to work independently and efficiently under tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Preferred Skills:
Ability to work with high dynamic range (HDR) and wide colour gamut (WCG) footage.
Understanding of different video delivery formats for various platforms (broadcast, digital, social media).

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