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Job Description

We are looking to hire a talented and experienced Video Editor to join our team and project called Professionals & Coffee (PR & Coffee). As a lead video editor, you will be responsible for assembling recorded coffee chats or informational interviews through Zoom platform. Also the Video Editor is responsible for generating a b-roll video by using stock/free images from Pexels website or other websites where it is not necessary to pay copyrights.

The Video Editor needs to apply artistic editing techniques and create finished, broadcast-worthy projects that accurately reflect the vision of the Executive Director/Founder of Professionals & Coffee project.

To ensure success as a video editor, you should have expert knowledge of modern video editing techniques, be able to visualize directorial concepts, and work according to a strict time schedule. Ultimately, a top-notch video editor can perfectly translate the Executive Director’s idea into a beautifully crafted film or video piece, worthy of broadcasting.

Video Editor Responsibilities

• Meeting with the Executive Director/Founder of Professionals & Coffee to determine production vision.
• Reviewing raw material to determine the shot list.
• Manipulating film and video footage using modern editing techniques.
• Maintaining continuity while moving shots according to scene value.
• Trimming footage and putting together the rough project.
• Inserting dialog, music, stock images, supers, social media handles, icons, graphics, sound and special effects.
• Ensuring the project follows a logical sequence.
• Consulting with the Executive Director/Founder of PR & Coffee and Post-Production Team (Communications & Social Media Coordinator) throughout the project.
• Creating the final cut for broadcasting.

Video Editor Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in film studies, cinematography, or related field.
• Previous work experience as a video editor.
• Hands-on experience with editing software, including Adobe After Effects, Final Cut Pro, Adobe Premier, Canva, etc.
• You’ll understand how to promote digital videos effectively and the ability to build additional social media and short form video content to help drive audiences to the YouTube Channel. 
• Creativity is at the heart of PR & Coffee’s success. You’ll not be shy in offering up your ideas and opinions to help the PR & Coffee’s chats grow across all platforms.
• Creative and artistic skills
• Familiarity with 3D composition and special effects
• Portfolio of completed film productions
• Ability to work to a tight schedule
• Ability to translate ideas into complete projects.
• Ability to innovate and put into practice new ideas and creativity into videos so that the final products can generate more engagement with Professionals & Coffee’s audience.

Volunteer Position

This is a volunteer position. 

Work location: Remotely

About PRofessionals & Coffee

PRofessionals & Coffee (PR & Coffee) is a volunteer collective that manages a portfolio of virtual coffee chats with professional communicators and PR colleagues, including international/domestic students, newcomers, recent graduates, mid-career or anyone with plenty of years of experience.

PRofessionals & Coffee is an online space where people who belong to PR agencies, corporations, government, and non-profit groups can talk about their expertise. While volunteers/co-hosts can start building their portfolios by interviewing these PR, communicators and marketing professionals.

Our mission is to democratize the power of networking, allowing anyone to become a Researcher/Interviewer/Co-host/Social Media Volunteer.

To apply

Please send a cover letter and resume addressed to Carolina Salinas, Founder and Host of PRofessionals & Coffee at [email protected] and/or [email protected]  Website: https://professionalsandcoffee.com/

Only those chosen for interviews will be contacted. Thank you.

Please fill out this form to apply for this opportunity: Application Form

Job Description

• Recruiting, screening, orienting, placing, assisting, and supervising members, as required, within PRofessionals & Coffee.
• The position is also responsible for supporting the founder and host of PRofessionals & Coffee in the   administrative functions.
• Managing a group of members, coaching and assisting them in terms of professional development, including proofreading scripts/questionnaires, guidance with resumes, cover letters and online portfolios.
• Maintain constant communication with the members to learn about their progress with their articles (blog contributions).
• Responsible for supervising newsletter writers’ work and communicating with the founder to release the weekly newsletter promptly every Saturday.
• Responsible for generating the social media (canva) profile of all the members and the caption that will be posted on IG and LinkedIn, including hashtags, emojis, etc.
• Responsible for generating on Google Drive a file with all the members.
• Generate and maintain an updated database of all the members.
• Participate in weekly virtual and/or in-person meetings with other members to collaborate.
• Time commitment to work, at least 4-6 hours weekly.

Qualifications

• An individual who wants to work within an amazing, dynamic, and growing organization.
• Demonstrated experience with people management (not necessary, but eager to learn)
• Excellent organizational and time management skills, with the ability to reply to member requests within a short period.
• Ability to take direction well and work independently to implement new administration processes that facilitate the internal work.

Why Join PR & Coffee:

• Support and empower immigrants from public relations, marketing, and communications fields who deal with job hunting and networking struggles in Canada.
• Opportunity to gain practical experience and job-specific training in the realm of PR.
• A collaborative and caring work environment with eager individuals dedicated to our mission.
• Brewing Networking Opportunities: Connect with professionals in PR, marketing, and communications to learn valuable insights and expand your professional network.
• Room for growth by retaining and sharpening skills, building a portfolio and giving visibility to your profile because we will promote your professional profile through social media.

Application Deadline: Continuing Basis

Please fill out this form to apply for this opportunity: Application Form

Job Description:

• PR & Coffee is seeking Blog Contributors to write for our blog. It is a fantastic opportunity to enhance your portfolio and help us improve the PR, marketing and communications industry in Canada through your contribution.
• We want to empower you as an immigrant, newcomer and professional through your writing contributions.
• Creating original, highly informative and engaging content.
• Incorporating the company’s/clients’ branding, tone, and voice guidelines into your articles.
• Implementing SEO best practices into your written content – keywords, keyword variation, bullets, lists, tables, etc.

Qualifications

• Passion for writing about Public Relations, marketing and communications, and anything in between, such as brands, campaigns, case studies, etc.
• At least 1 year of relevant experience with writing on blogs, newsletters (not necessary, but eager to learn and gain experience)
• Superb research, writing, and editing skills ((not necessary, but eager to learn and gain experience)
• Basic knowledge of SEO

Why Join PR & Coffee:

• Support and empower immigrants from public relations, marketing, and communications fields who deal with job hunting and networking struggles in Canada.
• Opportunity to gain practical experience and job-specific training in the realm of PR.
• A collaborative and caring work environment with eager individuals dedicated to our mission.
• Brewing Networking Opportunities: Connect with professionals in PR, marketing, and communications to learn valuable insights and expand your professional network.
• Room for growth by retaining and sharpening skills, building a portfolio and giving visibility to your profile because we will promote your professional profile through social media.

Application Deadline: Continuing Basis

Please fill out this form to apply for this opportunity: Application Form

Job Description:

• Responsible for writing in the weekly newsletter of PRofessionals & Coffee
• Stay updated about all the activities and initiatives within PRofessionals & Coffee, and all the PR Industry news to include in the weekly newsletter.
• This position will provide weekly updates about the work of the founder of PR & Coffee.
• Participate in weekly virtual and/or in person meetings with other members to collaborate.
• Time commitment to work, at least 2-4 hours weekly.

Qualifications

• Passion for writing about Public Relations, marketing and communications.
• At least 1 year of relevant experience with writing on blogs, and newsletters (not necessary, but eager to learn and gain experience)
• Superb research, writing, and editing skills ((not necessary, but eager to learn and gain experience)
• Basic knowledge of SEO

Why Join PR & Coffee:

• Support and empower immigrants from public relations, marketing, and communications fields who deal with job hunting and networking struggles in Canada.
• Opportunity to gain practical experience and job-specific training in the realm of PR.
• A collaborative and caring work environment with eager individuals dedicated to our mission.
• Brewing Networking Opportunities: Connect with professionals in PR, marketing, and communications to learn valuable insights and expand your professional network.
• Room for growth by retaining and sharpening skills, building a portfolio and giving visibility to your profile because we will promote your professional profile through social media.

Application Deadline: Continuing Basis

Please fill out this form to apply for this opportunity: Application Form

Job Description:

• Creating social media posts, videos, graphics and other digital media that showcase PRofessionals & Coffee’s story and message.
• Managing social accounts, including interacting with users and promptly responding to their comments and questions.
• Monitoring social media accounts across all platforms to analyze which content has more engagement and KPIs with the audience.
• Involve other PRofessionals & Coffee members to generate content
• This position will provide weekly updates about the work to the founder of PR & Coffee.
• Helpt to grow the number of subscribers of the following platforms: YouTube, IG, LinkedIn, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music.
• Time commitment to work, at least 4-6 hours weekly.

Qualifications:

• Passion for creating social media content, including reels, videos, posts, and carousels.
• 1 year of experience with social media content creation and/or a combination of experience and education.
• Extroverted individual, confident in appearing in videos and posts to convey the mission of PR & Coffee.
• Ability to meet tight deadlines
• Excellent communication skills 
• A multitasking individual with the ability to prioritize tasks efficiently.

Why Join PR & Coffee:

• Support and empower immigrants from public relations, marketing, and communications fields who deal with job hunting and networking struggles in Canada.
• Opportunity to gain practical experience and job-specific training in the realm of PR.
• A collaborative and caring work environment with eager individuals dedicated to our mission.
• Brewing Networking Opportunities: Connect with professionals in PR, marketing, and communications to learn valuable insights and expand your professional network.
• Room for growth by retaining and sharpening skills, building a portfolio and giving visibility to your profile because we will promote your professional profile through social media.

Application Deadline: Continuing Basis

Please fill out this form to apply for this opportunity: Application Form

Job Description:

• As the videographer for PRofessionals & Coffee, you’ll play a crucial role in capturing, editing, and producing photography and video content during our in-person events, contributing to our brand’s image and success.
• As our videographer, you’ll be responsible for filming raw footage on live locations, as well as covering shoots behind the scenes during events of PR & Coffee, ensuring that we consistently produce high-quality content.
• Planning and filming live events, short films for PR & Coffee.
• Providing creative direction when inserting captions, graphics, special effects and video texts.
• This position will provide updates post events to the founder of PRofessionals & Coffee.
• The time commitment to work, depending on the event duration (TBD), is approximately 2-3 hours.

Qualifications

• 1 year of experience with videography or cinematography and/or a combination of experience and education.
• Proficiency in video editing software like, Final Cut Pro (Mac), Premiere, etc.
• This individual must have a proper software and hardware to be able to edit the respective videos.
• Knowledge of different motion picture techniques, as well as production modes.

Why Join PR & Coffee:

• Support and empower immigrants from public relations, marketing, and communications fields who deal with job hunting and networking struggles in Canada.
• Opportunity to gain practical experience and job-specific training in the realm of PR.
• A collaborative and caring work environment with eager individuals dedicated to our mission.
• Brewing Networking Opportunities: Connect with professionals in PR, marketing, and communications to learn valuable insights and expand your professional network.
• Room for growth by retaining and sharpening skills, building a portfolio and giving visibility to your profile because we will promote your professional profile through social media.

Application Deadline: Continuing Basis