Nominations should explain the ways in which the assistant editor went above and beyond in their work on a specific production. Here are the areas of suggested consideration:
Technical Skills:
- Knowledge and understanding of software
- Quick study and avid learner
- Organization: examples include but are not limited to – ability to manage media, codecs, files, paperwork, metadata, notes for editor, etc.
Problem Solving Capabilities:
- Proactive with the ability to articulate problems before they arise/anticipate issues
- Professionalism, attitude, suite etiquette and confidentiality
- Helping to put out technical fires
- Supporting editorial through clear communications
- Moral support to the editor(s)
Creativity:
- Support to the edit through SFX, GFX and music choices
- Visual research
- Assembly editing
- Scene breakdown analysis and critical screening discussions as the cut evolves through every stage until picture is locked (as part of the sounding board discussions on story)
- Building a respectful and collaborative environment that fosters a working trust with the editor(s)