Senior Editor

Thinkingbox; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

The Heist, Thinkingbox’s post production team, is seeking a Senior Editor to lead editing and finishing for high-end campaigns in Vancouver or Chicago. You’ll collaborate with VFX, motion design, and creative teams to shape stories from concept to final delivery.

You’ll bring 5+ years of post production experience, a strong editorial and finishing skillset, and proficiency in Premiere, After Effects, DaVinci Resolve, and related workflows, thriving under tight deadlines in a fast-paced

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience editing high-end commercial work in an agency or production studio setting.
• Proven experience as editor and finisher, including delivery for broadcast and digital
• Strong understanding of VFX and motion pipelines, and comfort working in collaboration with those teams
• Experience working on complex campaigns with multiple deliverables and fast turnarounds
• Portfolio that showcases your ability to cut smart, compelling, and visually impactful work for major brands
• A collaborative mindset and the ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment

Responsibilities

• Lead the editorial process from concept to completion across a variety of commercial and branded content projects
• Cut polished, dynamic edits for broadcast, social campaigns and integrated projects for top-tier clients
• Collaborate closely with VFX artists, motion designers, and creative teams to ensure seamless integration of post elements
• Deliver final picture lock and finishing, including online, colour prep, conform, and versioning
• Provide creative input on pacing, structure, and visual storytelling
• Maintain a high standard of quality, ensuring that all output meets agency and client expectations
• Help guide junior editors and freelancers when needed

Skills

Editing for commercials

Finishing / online editing

VFX collaboration

Storytelling pacing

Fast turnaround

Premiere Pro

After Effects

DaVinci Resolve

Tools

Premiere Pro

After Effects

DaVinci Resolve

Flame

Job description

Hi! We’re The Heist, the production, post production and motion design arm of Thinkingbox, a global creative collective shaping the future of brands through craft and curiosity. Our team brings together unique perspectives in production, design, technology, and creativity that push the boundaries for our clients to create work that is uniquely ours. We are a curious bunch that loves to think big, continuously learn, and create. We love our culture and the natural collaboration that happens in and around our five offices, from dog parties, to happy hour Thursdays, to random team trips to Whistler, we maintain a vibrant work environment. However, for one month a year we encourage our people to explore the world. Try working from another office or even the beaches of Mexico and expand your worldview, then bring that experience back to the team.

The Opportunity

Thinkingbox is looking for a Senior Editor to join our post production team at The Heist in Vancouver or Chicago. We’re searching for a seasoned, creative, and technically strong editor who brings extensive experience in editing and finishing high-end commercial campaigns. You’ll work closely with our VFX and motion design teams to bring concepts to life, shaping visual stories from initial idea to final delivery.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Lead the editorial process from concept to completion across a variety of commercial and branded content projects
• Cut polished, dynamic edits for broadcast, social campaigns and integrated projects for top-tier clients
• Collaborate closely with VFX artists, motion designers, and creative teams to ensure seamless integration of post elements
• Deliver final picture lock and finishing, including online, colour prep, conform, and versioning
• Provide creative input on pacing, structure, and visual storytelling
• Maintain a high standard of quality, ensuring that all output meets agency and client expectations
• Help guide junior editors and freelancers when needed

What You’ll Bring

• 5+ years of experience editing high-end commercial work in an agency or production studio setting
• Proven experience as both an editor and finisher, including experience with delivery for broadcast and digital
• Strong understanding of VFX and motion pipelines, and comfort working in collaboration with those teams
• Experience working on complex campaigns with multiple deliverables and fast turnarounds
• Proficiency in Adobe Premiere, with knowledge of After Effects, DaVinci Resolve, and Flame as a plus
• A portfolio that showcases your ability to cut smart, compelling, and visually impactful work for major brands
• A collaborative mindset and the ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment

Bonus Points

• Familiarity with finishing workflows including colour grading, online, and mastering
• Understanding of storytelling across platforms – broadcast, social, digital, experiential
• Agency or post house experience with global brand campaigns

Equal Opportunity

At The Heist, we’re committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued, heard, and empowered to thrive. We believe that diversity is our creative strength – it’s the range of perspectives, experiences, and backgrounds that fuels our best ideas and most innovative solutions. We welcome and encourage applicants of all races, ethnicities, genders, identities, abilities, ages, sexual orientations, and backgrounds to apply. Your voice matters here.

Job Criteria

• Seniority level: Not Applicable
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Marketing, Public Relations, and Writing/Editing
• Industries: Advertising Services