Role Description The Assistant Editor role is a temporary remote position supporting the post-production process for Fulbright documentary project Aruanda: Afro-Brazilian Culture in Brazil's First Capital. Day-to-day responsibilities include organizing and managing media, syncing and grouping footage, creating string-outs and rough assemblies, and maintaining project files according to established workflows.
The Assistant
Editor will prepare assets for editors and directors, handle exports and deliverables, assist with versioning and revisions, and perform basic audio and color adjustments as needed. This role also involves maintaining clear communication with the editorial team, tracking editorial notes, backing up media securely, and helping ensure projects meet technical and delivery specifications.
Qualifications
Strong technical skills in non-linear editing software (e.g., Adobe Premiere Pro, Avid, Final Cut Pro) and basic familiarity with audio and color correction tools.
Must have proficiency in English and Portuguese.
Experience with media management, file organization, transcoding, syncing footage, and maintaining orderly project structures.
Working knowledge of post-production workflows, including exports, codecs, deliverables, and backup procedures.
Attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines in a remote environment.
Effective written and verbal communication skills, with a collaborative approach to working with editors, directors, and producers.
Prior experience in documentary or unscripted content, especially related to culture, music, sports, or social issues, is highly beneficial.
Relevant education or training in film, media production, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.
Please email both resume and portfolio to contact@nunufilms.com if interested.