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Novartis touches the lives of a tenth of the world’s population. Every role here, regardless of contract type, makes an impact on human life!

Novartis US partners with external managed service provider Magnit Global to offer engaging temporary contractor opportunities like this, to those who are looking for flexibility in their career while looking to gain new skills and experiences providing services to an inclusive global medicines company. Click here to learn more about Magnit www.magnitglobal.com

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Media Manager / Assistant Editor

Novartis is seeking a Media Manager / Assistant Editor to support our internal Video Production Center of Excellence (CoE). This role sits at the intersection of production and post, ensuring that media from shoots is efficiently ingested, organized, and delivered to editorial teams.

This is a hands-on role ideal for someone who thrives in fast-paced environments, is highly organized, and can step into light editing tasks when needed. 

Key Responsibilities 
Media Management & Workflow 
Archive & Migration 
Editorial Support 
Light Editing & Graphics 

Details 
Manage media from shoots, including ingest, logging, organization, and storage 
Ensure all media is properly structured, labeled, and accessible for post-production teams 
Maintain and organize projects within Frame.io, ensuring clarity and easy navigation 
Manage and maintain proxy workflows for efficient remote and collaborative editing 
Troubleshoot media issues and ensure rapid turnaround for editorial needs 
Oversee and manage the existing OHS media archive 
Lead efforts to migrate media assets into Novartis systems and infrastructure 
Ensure data integrity, organization, and accessibility throughout migration 
Quickly locate and deliver requested footage to editors and producers 
Create stringouts and selects for internal and stakeholder review 
Support editorial teams by preparing project files and media packages 
Perform basic, time-sensitive edits as needed 
Create simple 2D graphics and titles for internal or quick-turn content 
Assist editors with overflow work to keep timelines on track

Requirements:
~3+ years of experience in media management, assistant editing, or post-production support 
Strong understanding of video file formats, codecs, and media workflows 
Experience with Adobe Premiere Pro (or similar NLE); After Effects/basic motion a plus 
Familiarity with Frame.io or similar media review platforms 
Experience managing large volumes of media and organizing projects across teams 
Strong attention to detail and ability to work quickly under tight deadlines 
Excellent communication and collaboration skills 
Initial 6-month contract (with potential for extension based on business needs)

Location: East Hanover, NJ (Hybrid - 3 days/wk)
Pay Rate: $60-$65/hour W-2 Only (based on Education/Experience) 
Contract: 6-month (possible extension)
Health, dental, vision, 401k (provided minimum eligibility hours are met)

Why Novartis:
Helping people with disease and their families takes more than innovative science. It takes a community of smart, passionate people like you. Collaborating, supporting and inspiring each other. Combining to achieve breakthroughs that change patients’ lives. Ready to create a brighter future together?

EEO Statement:
The Novartis Group of Companies are Equal Opportunity Employers. We do not discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion or other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status.

Accommodation:
If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to Magnit at directsourceproteam@prounlimited.com.