Assistant Sound Editor

grapevinejobs; Reading; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Molinare is seeking a motivated assistant in sound post‑production based in Reading. You will support Pro Tools sessions, manage media, check timecode and formats, and help prepare materials for Dialogue, ADR, Foley and Mix teams.

A collaborative, detail‑driven approach will help you succeed. Ideal candidates will be technically curious, well organized and passionate about sound for film, television or games.

Qualifications

• Experience with Pro Tools and basic audio editing.
• Understanding of audio post-production fundamentals including file formats, sample rates, frame rates and timecode.
• Strong file management and general IT skills.
• Excellent organisation and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Managing and organising incoming picture, sound and production materials.
• Tracking versions and change notes to ensure correct materials are used.
• Preparing and maintaining Pro Tools sessions using workflows and templates.
• Importing and organising picture, audio and supporting materials.
• Checking sync, timecode, file formats and other technical requirements.
• Assembling production sound for Dialogue Editors.
• Supporting picture conforms and re‑conforms after editorial changes.
• Preparing materials for Dialogue, ADR, Foley, Sound Effects and Mix teams.
• Supporting recording sessions, reviews and mixes as required.
• Assisting with basic editorial tasks under direction of Editors and Supervisors.
• Managing project media, file structures, metadata and version information.
• Carrying out quality checks on sessions, media and deliverables.
• Supporting exports, turnovers, archiving and project delivery.
• Liaising with picture editorial, production and sound teams and escalating issues.

Skills

Pro Tools

Audio editing

Timecode

File formats

IT skills

Organisational skills

Communication

Collaboration

Tools

Reaper

iZotope RX

SoundMiner

Job description

• Managing and organising incoming picture, sound and production materials
• Tracking picture versions, updates and change notes to ensure everyone is working from the correct materials
• Preparing and maintaining Pro Tools sessions using agreed workflows and templates
• Importing and organising picture, audio and supporting materials
• Checking sync, timecode, file formats and other technical requirements
• Assembling production sound for Dialogue Editors
• Supporting picture conforms and re‑conforms following editorial changes
• Preparing materials for Dialogue, ADR, Foley, Sound Effects and Mix teams
• Supporting recording sessions, reviews and mixes where required
• Assisting with basic editorial tasks under the direction of experienced Editors and Supervisors
• Managing project media, file structures, metadata and version information
• Carrying out quality checks on sessions, media and deliverables
• Supporting exports, turnovers, archiving and project delivery
• Liaising with picture editorial, production and sound teams and escalating any issues or missing materials.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Managing and organising incoming picture, sound and production materials
• Tracking picture versions, updates and change notes to ensure everyone is working from the correct materials
• Preparing and maintaining Pro Tools sessions using agreed workflows and templates
• Importing and organising picture, audio and supporting materials
• Checking sync, timecode, file formats and other technical requirements
• Assembling production sound for Dialogue Editors
• Supporting picture conforms and re‑conforms following editorial changes
• Preparing materials for Dialogue, ADR, Foley, Sound Effects and Mix teams
• Supporting recording sessions, reviews and mixes where required
• Assisting with basic editorial tasks under the direction of experienced Editors and Supervisors
• Managing project media, file structures, metadata and version information
• Carrying out quality checks on sessions, media and deliverables
• Supporting exports, turnovers, archiving and project delivery
• Liaising with picture editorial, production and sound teams and escalating any issues or missing materials.

What We’re Looking For

We’re looking for someone who is technically curious, highly organised and passionate about sound.

You’ll Ideally Have

• Working knowledge of Pro Tools and basic audio editing
• An understanding of audio and post-production fundamentals, including file formats, sample rates, frame rates and timecode
• Strong file management and general IT skills
• Excellent organisation and attention to detail
• The ability to manage multiple tasks and work to deadlines
• Clear communication skills and a collaborative approach
• A genuine interest in sound and post-production for film, television or games.

Previous experience in sound post‑production or a related environment would be advantageous, as would familiarity with tools such as Reaper, iZotope RX or SoundMiner.

Knowledge of workflows involving ADR, Foley, sound effects, conforms, AAFs, EDLs or production‑sound metadata would also be beneficial.

Most importantly, we’re looking for someone who is keen to learn, takes ownership of their work and wants to build a career in sound post‑production.

What You’ll Bring

You’ll be someone who:

• Enjoys working as part of a team and supporting others
• Is calm and methodical when solving problems
• Has a strong eye for detail and accuracy
• Is proactive and comfortable managing changing priorities
• Is confident asking questions and raising issues when needed
• Takes responsibility for seeing tasks through to completion
• Is adaptable, reliable and keen to develop new skills
• Has a genuine passion for sound and the creative post‑production process.

Why join Molinare?

What Do We Believe In At Molinare

• Teamwork - Sharing skills and experiences whilst supporting each other, ensures excellence across all our projects.
• Passion - We treat every project with respect and the time that it deserves.
• Expertise - By embracing our creative background, we take risks that allow us to aim higher.
• Talent - We nurture talent to grow and do something meaningful at Molinare, which raises the bar for all of us.
• Inclusion - We expand our creativity, knowledge and understanding when working with people from different backgrounds, cultures and thinking styles.

We are committed to accessible hiring practices to ensure equal opportunities for all candidates. As part of our dedication to inclusivity, we welcome applicants to inform us if any amendments or accommodations are needed during the interview process to support their application. Your comfort and accessibility are important to us, and we are happy to make any necessary arrangements to facilitate your interview experience.