Associate Preditor

Walt Disney; Glendale (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Associate Preditor to join their innovative Digital Center of Excellence Production Team. This role offers a unique opportunity to oversee the entire video production process, from ideation to final delivery, while collaborating with creative teams to produce high-quality digital content. If you are a versatile storyteller with a passion for production and editing, this position allows you to push the creative boundaries of digital storytelling for a globally recognized brand. Join a fast-paced environment where your contributions will shape brand narratives and engage audiences across various platforms.

Benefits

Medical Benefits

Financial Benefits

Flexible Work Hours

Creative Development Opportunities

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in video production and editing.
• Advanced knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite.
• Strong storytelling ability with a defined sense of pacing.

Responsibilities

• Oversee video production from ideation to final delivery.
• Lead post-production workflows and ensure quality control.
• Collaborate with marketing teams to create engaging digital content.

Skills

Video Production

Editing

Digital Content Creation

Storytelling

Project Management

Adobe Creative Suite

Social Media Marketing

Technical Proficiency

Education

BFA in Film/Art/Graphic Design/Advertising

Tools

Adobe Premiere Pro

Adobe After Effects

Adobe Photoshop

Red Giant Creative Suite

Airtable

Frame.io

Job description

Job Posting Title:

Associate Preditor

Req ID:

10118078

Job Description:

The Disney Entertainment segment includes the company’s full portfolio of entertainment media and content businesses globally, including streaming. The Digital Center of Excellence Production Team is responsible for ideating, developing, and executing digital, social content and creative assets for the Studio brands and titles to support the wider Disney Entertainment Digital Marketing Team. Consisting of a unit of designers, editors, and producers, with full-service development-to-distribution capabilities, the team serves as a one-stop internal creative agency to address the marketing needs of a rapidly evolving consumer base.

The Assoc Preditor (Producer + Editor) is a highly versatile and skilled storyteller responsible for overseeing the entire video production process from ideation to final delivery. This hybrid role demands a professional who thrives in both creative production: articulating a clear vision for other supporting team members to follow, and in post-production: seamlessly blending technical expertise with innovative storytelling.

This role is ideal for a multifaceted content creator who excels in both editorial and production environments, ensuring the successful execution of a wide variety of digital-first projects across The Walt Disney Company’s many brands. The Assoc Preditor will divide their time being hands-on in editing, leading creative production teams, and executing on-set production tasks.

As part of the DCOEP team, this role will require collaboration with producers, designers, motion graphics artists, marketing teams, and external stakeholders to create high-quality digital content for on-demand video platforms, social media, and more. The ideal candidate is a detail-oriented, fast-paced problem solver who can manage multiple projects and deliver polished, engaging content under tight deadlines.

Beyond technical execution, the Assoc Preditor will be responsible for shaping brand narratives, adapting to evolving platform trends, and pushing the creative boundaries of digital storytelling. A deep understanding of TWDC’s IPs, brands, and audience expectations is critical to success in this role. If you have a passion for production, editing, and innovation, this position offers the opportunity to create industry-leading content for one of the world’s most iconic entertainment brands.

Additional responsibilities and proficiencies include:

• Develop creative solutions to efficiently execute video projects within established timelines.
• Lead post-production workflows, ensuring seamless integration of visual and audio elements.
• Edit videos in 16:9 and 9:16 formats, incorporating cinema, DSLR, mobile, Disney Studios film, series, and trailer footage, music, sound effects, and graphics
• Create basic motion graphics like lower thirds, on-screen text and emojis, utilizing pre-created templates and graphic assets
• Edit on-site or remotely for conventions, live events, and premieres, delivering quick-turn assets within hours.
• Maintain consistency across multiple brand identities while adapting to unique storytelling styles.
• Be adaptable to rapid changes in creative direction and stakeholder feedback.
• Implement high-level editorial judgment to ensure content aligns with brand objectives and audience expectations.
• Utilize data-driven insights to optimize content performance and engagement strategies.
• Effectively make judgement calls for editing choices, content pacing, and project management.
• Provide feedback and guidance to editors and production teams when necessary.
• Ensure best practices for digital content distribution across social and streaming platforms.
• Stay up-to-date with industry trends, editing techniques, and emerging digital media technologies.
• Collaborate with marketing and creative leads to refine messaging and branding elements within video projects.
• Oversee quality control for final deliverables, ensuring adherence to TWDC’s creative and legal standards.
• Assist in asset management, archiving, and media organization to streamline post-production efficiency.

Basic Qualifications:

• 3+ years of experience in video production, editing, and digital content creation.
• Advanced knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite (Premiere Pro, Media Encoder, After Effects, Photoshop).
• Strong storytelling ability, with a defined sense of pacing, structure, and brand tone.
• Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment with quick turnarounds.
• Experience directing and producing content, including working with talent.
• Experience working with social & digital marketing specs, including different aspect ratios and platform-specific formats.
• Technical proficiency in media ingest, color correction, keying, sound mixing, and motion graphics.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to work independently while collaborating with various stakeholders.
• A deep understanding of Disney IP and brand guidelines is a plus.
• Experience in livestreaming and control room environments is preferred.
• Travel may be required for event coverage and on-site productions.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Strong proficiency in creative tools including the Red Giant Creative Suite

• Experience in executing quick-turn edits during live events; Live production experience in a control room is a plus.

• Background in shooting and directing live-action content.
• Familiarity with project management tools such as Airtable, Frame.io, or similar platforms.
• Previous work with high-security protocols.
• Physical production expertise, including digital cinema camera operation, mic’ing talent, lighting talent, and general field and/or studio production experience is a plus.
• BFA or equivalent in Film /Art/ Graphic Design/Advertising is a plus

The hiring range for this position in Glendale, CA is $85,800 to $115,000 per year. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate’s geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. A bonus and/or long-term incentive units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to the full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered.

Job Posting Segment:

DEMRKTG

Job Posting Primary Business:

Studio Marketing - Digital

Primary Job Posting Category:

Prediting - Studios

Employment Type:

Full time

Primary City, State, Region, Postal Code:

Glendale, CA, USA

Alternate City, State, Region, Postal Code:

Date Posted:

2025-05-05