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Nintendo of America Inc.

The worldwide pioneer in the creation of interactive entertainment, Nintendo Co., Ltd., of Kyoto, Japan, manufactures and markets hardware and software for its Nintendo Switch™ system and the Nintendo 3DS™ family of portable systems. Since 1983, when it launched the Nintendo Entertainment System™, Nintendo has sold billions of video games and hundreds of millions of hardware units globally, including Nintendo Switch and the Nintendo 3DS family of systems, as well as the Game Boy™, Game Boy Advance, Nintendo DS™ family of systems, Super NES™, Nintendo 64™, Nintendo GameCube™, Wii™, and Wii U™ systems. It has also created industry icons that have become well-known, household names, such as Mario, Donkey Kong, Metroid, Zelda and Pokémon. A wholly owned subsidiary, Nintendo of America Inc., based in Redmond, Wash., serves as headquarters for Nintendo’s operations in the Americas. For more information about Nintendo, please visit the company’s website at http://www.nintendo.com.

Nintendo is an equal opportunity employer. We offer a welcoming and inclusive environment in service to one another, our products, the diverse consumers we represent, and the communities we call home. We do all of this with kindness, empathy and respect for each other.

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES:

  • Collaborates with Product Development staff to brainstorm creative ideas in support of product launch and other marketing initiatives

  • Aligns with internal teams to select and capture game footage and decide final edit of game-footage segments for TV commercials and to create video assets for use in online marketing materials

  • Produces localized and original content marketing material for use in social platforms, cinema, linear television, web, on device, and retail distribution

  • Collaborates with internal marketing teams, and external agency partners to develop creative concepts and scripts for promotional trailers, TV commercials, and other content aligned to approved campaign strategy, and see those projects through from conception to delivery

  • Works with senior members of Content Lab as well as Development and Localization teams to gain knowledge on previous games in franchises

  • Works with outside vendors to source music and voice talent for use in high-end video production

  • Facilitates file transfers with Nintendo Company Limited (NCL), Nintendo of Europe (NOE), Engineering, Product Testing, remote offices and marketing agencies

  • Be able to receive, analyze and prioritize constructive feedback from various groups and implement it in a timely manner

  • Maintains a high level of knowledge of and familiarity with new video production trends, technology, equipment, software and distribution channels

  • Maintains Mac desktop/laptop and audio/video equipment

  • May assist with producing live programming such as Nintendo Treehouse Live and NintendoVS competitive gaming events streamed on Nintendo channels and accounts across streaming services (Twitch, YouTube, Twitter Live, others)

  • May assist with filming live-action footage for use in Nintendo Directs and other content marketing initiatives

  • Assist Localization with editing and synching of voice recordings and video footage for in-game cinematic scenes for use in retail game products

GAME FOCUS

  • Directs and participates in gameplay footage capture sessions to generate game assets necessary for game and marketing content production

  • Collaborates with Online Marketing staff to produce game footage and video assets required across owned and earned channels

  • Collaborates with the retail marketing to create still/video game-based content for in-store retail interactives, POP and retailer websites

  • Works with internal design staff to produce screenshots for product packaging, digital manuals, and/or promotional inserts

  • Produces video assets for Nintendo owned e-Commerce channels, including but not limited to the Nintendo eShop and the My Nintendo store

NEW MEDIA FOCUS

  • Collaborates with Communications and Social Media teams to develop content and assets for unique target audiences and social media platforms

  • Edits content specifically designed around the unique aspects of various social media platforms

  • Assists AV producer in acquiring art assets, game footage, and any material needed to complete projects

  • Assists in scheduling of recording and filming sessions

SUMMARY OF REQUIREMENTS:

  • Three years minimum of related experience focused on editing trailers and presentations, TV commercials, web content, etc.

  • Strong experience with non-linear audio/video editing programs and graphic design programs (Adobe Premiere, Adobe After Effects, Adobe Photoshop, Final Cut Studio)

  • Ability to use and convert multiple media formats/codecs

  • Ability to perform basic audio mixing and sweetening for video production

  • Ability to work with basic motion graphics and animation

  • Familiarity with media file types and data compression techniques/codecs (including Apple ProRes, H.264, WebM, etc.)

  • Strong knowledge of Mac OS X computers and working knowledge of PC equipment, software, and terminology

  • Experience in a fast-paced, deadline-oriented environment with constantly changing priorities

  • Knowledge of NTSC broadcast standards and practices for linear TV production

  • Operation and setup knowledge of live production gear such as cameras and switchers perffered

  • Undergraduate degree preferred, equivalent programs considered

  • Training in print/video/audio required

This position includes a base pay range of $30.59 - $45.89 per hour, potential for a semi-annual discretionary performance bonus, and a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, 401(k), and paid time off. Please see our Benefits & Perks page for more benefits information. Fixed term employees are eligible for all listed employee benefits except tuition reimbursement.

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