NxtWave

Colorist

Posted: 5 days ago

Job Description

About The RoleWe’re looking for a talented and detail-driven Colorist to join our growing video production team. As our in-house expert, you’ll define the visual tone and color language across a wide range of content—from educational masterclasses to brand films and product explainers.You’ll use your mastery of color science, S-Log/RAW workflows, and visual storytelling to elevate every frame we release, ensuring it meets the highest cinematic standards and strengthens the NxtWave brand’s visual identity.Key ResponsibilitiesColor Grading & Look DevelopmentPerform professional color correction and grading for footage shot in S-Log/RAW profiles. Develop cohesive color palettes aligned with project mood, narrative, and branding. Create and maintain LUTs and grading templates for consistent use. Ensure accurate skin tones, depth, and tonal balance that enhances storytelling. Technical Workflow & DeliveryManage DaVinci Resolve workflows from conforming and grading to rendering and final delivery. Collaborate with cinematographers and editors to ensure optimal capture for grading flexibility. Implement efficient color pipelines integrated with post-production workflows. Maintain color accuracy through color-managed workflows across web, broadcast, and LMS outputs. Quality Control & ConsistencyConduct QC checks to eliminate color discrepancies, banding, or compression issues. Maintain consistency across multi-camera and multi-location shoots. Ensure color fidelity between raw footage, graded outputs, and motion graphics/VFX. Collaboration & Creative InputWork with directors, DOPs, and editors to bring creative vision to life through color. Provide input during pre-production and shoots on lighting and camera settings. Stay current with trends in color grading, film aesthetics, and emerging technologies. What We’re Looking ForExperience:2–3 years of experience as a Colorist in films, branded content, or commercial projects. Software Skills:Expert in DaVinci Resolve Studio (primary). Familiarity with Adobe Premiere Pro, After Effects, or other NLEs is a plus. Knowledge of color-managed workflows, ACES, and HDR grading preferred. Technical Expertise:Strong grasp of color theory, LUTs, scopes, and calibration techniques. Experience with Sony FX, Canon Cinema, Blackmagic, and RED cameras. Creative & Personal Attributes:Sharp eye for detail, consistency, and subtle tonal nuances. Strong storytelling sense—enhancing emotion and tone through color. Clear communication and collaboration with cross-functional teams. Nice to HaveExperience with HDR workflows or Dolby Vision mastering. Knowledge of on-set color monitoring and live grading tools. Familiarity with VFX pipelines and compositing processes. Why Join Us?At NxtWave, we create visually compelling educational content that transforms learning experiences. As our Colorist, you’ll shape the visual identity of our content library, making every frame cinematic, cohesive, and inspiring.Collaborate with a passionate team of cinematographers, editors, and motion designers on projects that redefine how education looks and feels. Join us and set new benchmarks for storytelling through color.

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