Assistant Director / Assistant Video Editor

Job Description:

TTI Consumer Power Tools, Inc., has an opening in its Anderson, SC office for an AD / Assistant Video Editor that supports video production from pre-production planning through post-shoot by using diverse video equipment knowledge, exceptional time management and quality assessment skills. We offer competitive wages and a comprehensive benefits package -- tuition assistance, 401(k), medical/dental/vision coverage, vacation and holidays.

Primary Responsibilities:

Assist video director by managing and organizing multi-day shoot schedules and ensuring efficient planning through storyboard assessments at pre-production meetings.

Assess and accurately communicate time and equipment needed to accomplish each video shot with full scope of production in mind.

Perform DIT (Digital Imaging Technician) responsibilities by downloading, tagging, converting and transferring footage to editing team, as well as being responsible for all camera card workflow.

Responsible for confirming focus, exposure, image quality and continuity issues through monitor.

Perform duties as an active part of the video crew responsible for video shoot day including, but not limited to: audio assist, packing and unpacking vehicles, equipment set up and tear down and help with logistics when appropriate.

Culture:

Model and support TTI’s cultural values; People First, Total Ownership, Candid Communication, Innovation Leaders, and a One Team Mentality.

Must work as a team player to instill trust and facilitate a good working environment with the creative team. Have a positive attitude, work well under pressure, problem solving skills, detail oriented, relationship skills and be able to prioritize and work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.

Process:

Have experience with on set commercial video workflows and process from concept to footage transfer. Be experienced in video on-set communication to call shots and judge time allotment per shot as the shoot day progresses.

Requirements:

4-year college degree or equal work history in field.

Must have 5 years commercial film AD and DIT experience.
Must be proficient in Adobe Premiere and Silver Stack or like software.

Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at times.

Pluses:   Film degree, Editing or Camera/lighting experience a plus.