Assistant Editor - Temporary Engagement

AbelCine; New York (NY); On-site; USD 69,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

AbelCine in New York, NY, seeks an experienced Assistant Editor for a temporary full-time project in Midtown Manhattan. The role requires strong technical editing skills and collaboration across production teams to support a short-term engagement from November 2026 to December 2026.

Responsibilities include organizing footage in Premiere Pro, creating dailies, licensing stock assets, and preparing social cutdowns. On-site, Monday–Friday, 11 AM–7 PM, with a compensation range of $375–$425 per day.

Qualifications

• Proven Assistant Editor experience on documentary or narrative projects.
• Proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite, especially Premiere Pro (After Effects a plus).
• Familiarity with AI tools such as Google VEO or Runway.
• Experience with comedic content is highly desirable.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Sync and organize files in Premiere Pro.
• Create dailies and string-outs for next-day review.
• Source and license stock assets, replacing preview files as needed.
• Manage file handoffs with colorist, sound mixer, and compositor.
• Version cutdowns for social platforms (9x16, 4x5, 1x1).
• Pull stills for creative and production needs.
• Generate AI assets to support the edit workflow.

Skills

Assistant Editor experience

Attention to detail

Time management

Collaborative workflow

Comedic content

Tools

Premiere Pro

After Effects

Adobe Creative Suite

Google VEO

Runway

Job description

AbelCine, a premier provider of equipment and technology solutions for the broadcast, production, and new media industries, is seeking a temporary Assistant Editor to support a short-term project with one of our key clients. This opportunity is well-suited for an experienced Assistant Editor who brings strong technical expertise, attention to detail, and a collaborative approach to production workflows.

Key Responsibilities

• Sync and organize files in Premiere Pro
• Create dailies and string-outs for next-day review
• Source and license stock assets, replacing preview files as needed
• Manage file handoffs with colorist, sound mixer, and compositor
• Version cutdowns for social platforms (9x16, 4x5, 1x1), especially toward the end of the engagement
• Pull stills for creative and production needs
• Generate AI assets to support the edit workflow

Requirements for a successful candidate:

• Proven Assistant Editor experience on documentary or narrative projects
• Proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite, especially Premiere Pro (After Effects a plus)
• Familiarity with AI tools such as Google VEO or Runway
• Experience with comedic content is highly desirable
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment

Physical Effort:

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a computer
• Dexterity for using design tools and equipment
• Ability to distinguish colors, fonts, and images
• Ability to concentrate on detailed tasks
• Occasional lifting of light equipment (e.g., printers, monitors)
• Standing or walking for short periods, such as during meetings or presentations

Engagement Details:

• Engagement: Temporary Full-Time Employment
• Project Dates: November 2026- December 2026
• Location: Onsite - Midtown Manhattan
• Classification: Exempt
• Schedule: Monday through Friday, 11 AM - 7 PM
• Location: New York, NY
• Compensation Range: $375 - $425 per day

At AbelCine, we believe in fostering a diverse, inclusive, and collaborative work environment. We are committed to equal-opportunity hiring and value a team that brings a range of perspectives, skills, and experiences to our company.