Colorist / Video Finishing Artist II

SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars.

COLORIST / VIDEO FINISHING ARTIST II

As a Colorist at SpaceX, you will play an essential role in polishing the visual aesthetics of our video content. With a focus on technical precision and creative audio craftsmanship, you will elevate raw footage into stunning, professional-grade productions. This is a creative post-production role where you will handle color grading, finishing, and delivery for ongoing series, missions, and promotional materials.

RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Perform color grading and correction for recurring series and video projects, ensuring visual consistency, mood, and impact that aligns with SpaceX's storytelling.
• Execute video finishing tasks, including assembly, VFX integration, titling, and final output preparation, to deliver broadcast-ready content for SpaceX's missions and hardware developments.
• Collaborate on post-production for space missions enhancing footage to highlight hardware innovations and launches.
• Maintain color management workflows and quality control standards, optimizing footage for various platforms while adhering to deadlines.
• Occasionally support on-set color supervision or LUT creation to guide shoots and ensure seamless post-production integration.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams, including editors, cinematographers, communications members, and directors, to refine the visual narrative and elevate overall production value.

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Pay range :

Colorist / Level II : $90,000.00 - $115,000.00 / per year

Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations : job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience.

Base salary is just one part of your total rewards package at SpaceX. You may also be eligible for long-term incentives, in the form of company stock, stock options, or long-term cash awards, as well as potential discretionary bonuses and the ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You will also receive access to comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage, access to a 401(k) retirement plan, short and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, paid parental leave, and various other discounts and perks. You may also accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation and will be eligible for 10 or more paid holidays per year. Employees accrue paid sick leave pursuant to Company policy which satisfies or exceeds the accrual, carryover, and use requirements of the law.

ITAR REQUIREMENTS :

SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with SpaceX is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin / ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.

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