Associate Editor — Animation Features

Skydance; Santa Monica (CA); On-site; USD 210,000 - 216,000; Full time

Job summary

Skydance Animation is seeking an Associate Editor to join a dynamic team supporting one of our upcoming animated features. This position will work closely with our Lead Editor and requires a background in feature animation and AVID proficiency.

The incumbent will conform layouts, deliver first-pass edits with audio assets, and adapt sequences as story beats evolve. A bachelor’s degree and Local 700 membership are expected, with LA-area placement.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of editorial experience in feature film animation.
• Experience at Associate level on at least one animated feature.
• Advanced knowledge of AVID Media Composer.
• Understanding of animation pre-production, production and post-production processes.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Film, Digital Media, or related field, or equivalent work experience.
• Active Local 700 union membership.

Responsibilities

• Conform layout deliveries to existing animatic sequences, balancing pace of initial assembly with 3D realities.
• Deliver high quality first pass of edited picture and sound to Lead Editor, including temp sound effects, music, and dialogue.
• Assemble and modify constructed sequences to adapt to changing story beats and script revisions.
• Maintain, update, and hone sequences as they progress through production pipeline.
• Provide back-up to Lead Editor by running editorial and review sessions as needed.
• Attend editorial turnovers and take notes on special requests and issues.
• Attend screenings and take notes for reel updates.
• Support Post with marketing, franchise, and bonus content deliveries.

Skills

Editorial experience

AVID Media Composer

Animation production

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Film/Digital Media

Tools

AVID Media Composer

Job description

Skydance Animation is seeking an Associate Editor to join a dynamic team supporting one of our upcoming animated features. This position will work closely with our Lead Editor and requires a background in feature animation and AVID proficiency.

The incumbent will conform layouts, deliver first-pass edits with audio assets, and adapt sequences as story beats evolve. A bachelor’s degree and Local 700 membership are expected, with LA-area placement.