Job description
**Be Part of the IMAX Experience.**
For more than 50 years, IMAX has been a global leader in entertainment technology, redefining how stories are experienced on the world’s biggest screens. Our mission is to power awe\-inspiring experiences for audiences around the world.
Our people make everything we do possible. We’re curious, creative, and driven by the belief that great work happens when people are trusted, heard, and supported. At IMAX, you’ll collaborate with purpose in an environment that values innovation, diverse perspectives, and learning at every stage.
We invest in people and empower them to thrive. Our culture is grounded in trust and shaped by a shared belief that our best work happens together. By championing curiosity and encouraging courageous thinking, we push the limits of imagination and create experiences that redefine what’s possible. Careers here are shaped with intention, achievements are shared, and people always come first.
With our global team spanning North America, Europe, and Asia, IMAX brings together proprietary software, world\-class architecture, and cutting\-edge technology with deep industry expertise. Together, we partner with leading filmmakers and studios, advance entertainment technology, and connect audiences around the world to The IMAX Experience.
Come explore IMAX and create what inspires.
Ignite your future with IMAX.
**About the Role:**
IMAX is seeking an in\-office Videographer/Editor for a role focused on capturing high\-quality video and delivering strong editorial storytelling. This person should be a skilled videographer, producer and editor who can develop and execute compelling visual stories with strong storytelling and scripting instincts, moving comfortably between highly polished creative work and straightforward quick\-turnaround edits.
The ideal candidate will demonstrate the ability to navigate the evolving media landscape, understand diverse media consumption habits, and stay ahead of AV creative trends. They will excel at promoting IMAX, and its content in distinctive and impactful ways through videos, sizzle reels, branded content, and social.
**What You’ll Do:**
* As an editor use existing AV materials to create different video versions, adaptations, copy changes, shot swaps, and create cutdowns.
* Manage editing projects from start to finish by securing any assets required for editing pieces, footage, sound ups, music, fonts, logos, animations.
* As a videographer plan and set up high\-quality video shoots, including lighting and audio equipment for various projects as required
* As a Producer visualize, ideate, develop script, edit, and produce engaging AV spots, AV content, branded content, sizzles, social assets.
* Create, adapt, and identify opportunities to refresh or repurpose Brand content that gets noticed and shared across different platforms, audiences, and formats
* Partner with Production Managers to plan, prioritize, and deliver AV materials across daily project needs.
* Work with Sr. Director of Production to get projects through various stages of execution, including, content captures, footage research, editing, music selection, audio mixes, voiceover, and professional post\-production workflows
* Manage video files, organize footage our server, prep all files for delivery
* Ensure all video content aligns with brand guidelines
* Operate and maintain video equipment and keep an updated gear log
* Consult on video content captures across other departments as needed
Work closely with Operations Manager, and assist with onboarding freelance editors
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**What You’ll Need:**
* Bachelor’s degree in film, media, or a related field preferred
* Advanced proficiency in Adobe Premiere Pro and strong experience using Adobe Creative Cloud, including After Effects and Photoshop; experience with motion design and rotoscoping is highly preferred
* Proven experience as a videographer and editor, with strong producer/editor instincts and the ability to take an open\-ended brief and shape the story through execution
* Strong understanding of camera operation, lighting, and audio equipment
* Creative mindset with an eye for detail
* Excellent communication and collaboration skills
* Ability to work under tight deadlines and manage multiple projects
* Strong technical understanding of codecs and aspect ratios
* Strong understanding and/or experience in AV finishing processes
* Understanding of post\-production, editing and audio design techniques
* Experience across sizzles, branded content, social content, and long\-form editorial
* Resourceful and self\-sufficient, with the ability to figure out the story, source the right material, and execute the edit with limited direction
* Occasional travel for on\-location content captures may be required
**Position Status:**
Existing Vacancy
This job posting reflects a current vacancy within the organization. The position is active, approved, and intended to be filled as part of our staffing needs.
**Hiring Range :**
$40\.34 \- $49\.30 (per hour) Placement within this range depends on a candidate’s experience, skills, internal equity, and regional market factors. Eligible roles may also receive additional non\-discretionary compensation such as shift premiums or overtime pay.
At IMAX, you will be part of a culture built on respect – we are committed to creating a welcoming and diverse atmosphere across our organization.
For consideration, please apply online. We thank all applicants for their interest in IMAX but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
*IMAX will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, or arrest or conviction records, in a manner consistent with applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Change Initiative For Hiring Ordinance, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, and the California Fair Chance Act, where applicable.*
*In accordance with Ontario’s pay transparency requirements, candidates will be informed when they are no longer under consideration for this position. Communication regarding application status may be provided through email or through your online applicant profile (if applicable).*
*As part of our recruitment process, we may use technology\-assisted tools, including automated systems, to support the review and assessment of applications. These tools do not make final hiring decisions. All decisions related to screening, interviewing, and selection are made by our Talent Acquisition and hiring teams.*