Video Editor

Company Description

People Can Fly is one of the leading independent AAA games development studios with an international team of hundreds of talented individuals working from offices located in Poland, UK, US, and Canada, and from all over the world thanks to our remote work programs.

Founded in 2002, we made our mark on the shooter genre with titles such as Painkiller, Bulletstorm, Gears of War: Judgment, and Outriders. We are one of the most experienced Unreal Engine studios in the industry and we are expanding it with in-house solutions called PCF Framework.

Our creative teams are currently working on several exciting titles: Gemini is our new project being developed with Square Enix; Maverick is a Triple-A game developed in collaboration with Microsoft Corporation; Bifrost & Victoria are projects we're growing in the self-publishing model. We are also busy working on a VR and undisclosed projects, more information on those to come later.

With over 20 years of experience, PCF sets out to explore new horizons. We aim to combine our expertise with creativity of the best and most forward-thinking talents in the industry to work together on the new generation of action games for the global gaming community.

If you decide to accompany us on this journey, you’ll have a chance to perfect your craft and expand your knowledge, working alongside leaders in the industry on bringing a brand-new unique experience to the players worldwide.

As a Video Editor, you will play a critical role in crafting high-quality trailers with a global reach. People Can Fly is looking for someone who is highly skilled, capable of making both small-scale trailers built around gameplay and large-scale trailers with high-quality graphic elements guided by teams. This person believes in the power a video has in changing perception and is highly detail oriented. Their primary responsibility will be to create captivating trailers that show-off the company and our line-up of innovative games, both VR and PC/Console.

Job Description

This Video Editor will be supporting the marketing team at People Can Fly, closely collaborating and reporting to the Marketing Director and Sr. Brand Managers as well as receiving guidance from various stakeholders. This role requires an individual with a solid creative background who is capable of making incredible content with a limited amount of direction. Your primary focus will be the creation of company and product branded video materials, while ensuring consistency and quality across all deliverables. This involves working with the Adobe Premiere and the Unreal Engine 5 Editor to deliver compelling video content that resonates with both internal teams and the public.

• Collaborate with the marketing and development teams to understand our games' key features and selling points.
• Play games/builds, understand the limitations, and find the right tools to ensure quality.
• Assist in ideation and conceptualize, storyboard, then direct/shoot high-quality footage, finding the right music, mood, editing, etc.
• Present iterations to stakeholders and effectively outline caveats to provide greater understanding (studio heads, creative director, publishing producer, marketing director).
• Ensure all the necessary technical requirements are met. That includes platform logos, age requirements, video formats, and legal guidelines of any kind.
• Manage and organize a video library and maintain a backlog of footage for usage as needed in materials.
• Help ensure consistency in branding and messaging across all video materials (trailers, teasers, social media pieces, advertisement videos, b-rolls, and others)
• Produce the design of a wide range of assets across internal and external channels (presentations, web, print, events, videos, newsletters, and social media) to enhance the branding of our company and its related projects.
• Work with the marketing team to manage workloads and facilitate the asset review process, receiving feedback on your designs from various executive stakeholders.
• Anticipate the needs of the marketing team within each project, proactively streamlining productivity, and contributing to the overall success of marketing initiatives.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest design trends, techniques, and technologies in the gaming industry.

Qualifications

• A minimum of 3 years of experience in video editing and/or video content development.
• Bachelor's degree in Film, Visual Arts, or a related field.
• Strong proficiency in industry-standard video editing software Adobe Premiere and ideally an understanding of the Unreal Engine 5 and its capture capabilities. 
• A portfolio showcasing creative and diverse video development work, with an emphasis on branding and marketing materials (CG or motion-design work is also a plus).
• Understanding of video editing principles such as the rule-of-thirds, color theory, and shot compositional principles.
• Exceptional attention to detail, ensuring a high level of quality in all video outputs.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Ability to communicate seamlessly in an international setting.
• Ability to effectively manage multiple projects simultaneously while consistently meeting tight deadlines.
• Ability to adapt to evolving brand strategies and contribute to the continuous improvement of a brand's perception through video content.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to present and explain video concepts.
• Exemplary commitment to hard work and innate self-motivation, ensuring tasks are accomplished with excellence.
• Effective English communication skills both verbally and in writing.
• Passion for video games and a keen interest in staying updated on industry trends

Additional Information

What we offer:

UK:

• Private medical healthcare (Vitality) and BUPA dental insurance for PCF's employees and their families.
• Gympass for employees and family members.
• Online Polish and English language classes.
• Access to the pension scheme.
• Flexible working hours.
• Free virtual health and mental wellbeing sessions included in the plan for members and their dependents.
• Personal development opportunities and ability to work in a global environment.
• Work in a creative team with people full of passion for what they do.

Poland:

• Private medical healthcare including dental treatment for PCF members and their families (Signal Iduna).
• MultiSport card for you and your family members or friends.
• Free library with a wide range of games and books you have unlimited access to.
• In-company Polish and English language classes.
• Fresh fruit, snacks, and beverages for everyone in the office.
• Flexible working hours.
• Free virtual health and mental wellbeing sessions are included in the plan for members and their dependents.
• Personal development opportunities and ability to work in a global environment.
• Work in a creative team with people full of passion for what they do.

We are committed to an inclusive and diverse work culture. PCF is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, national origin, religion, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information, marital status or any legally protected status.