Cinematic Animation Editor — Remote/Hybrid (Trailers)

Festybay; Irvine (CA); Hybrid; USD 41,975 - 77,627; Full time

Job summary

Blizzard Entertainment is seeking an experienced Animation Editor to join its Creative Development division. This role focuses on managing multiple high-profile animation projects, crafting narrative cuts for various media. The position requires significant post-production experience and expertise in Adobe Premiere Pro, as well as the ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a hybrid environment.

The successful candidate will engage closely with creative teams to ensure the storytelling is visually compelling, with responsibilities covering all aspects of the animation editorial process.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of professional editorial experience with a focus on animation.
• Proven track record in post-production editorial roles.
• Expert-level fluency in Adobe Premiere Pro within studio environments.

Responsibilities

• Craft high-impact narrative cuts for animatics and trailers.
• Facilitate formal content reviews and align with project directors.
• Oversee multi-layer animation footage and manage version tracking.
• Generate technical outputs for Sound and Visual Effects departments.

Skills

Expert-level Adobe Premiere Pro

Narrative pacing and visual storytelling

Animation post-production experience

Cross-departmental collaboration

Cinematic composition

Operational autonomy

Tools

Adobe After Effects

Job description

Blizzard Entertainment is seeking an experienced Animation Editor to join its Creative Development division. This role focuses on managing multiple high-profile animation projects, crafting narrative cuts for various media. The position requires significant post-production experience and expertise in Adobe Premiere Pro, as well as the ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a hybrid environment.

The successful candidate will engage closely with creative teams to ensure the storytelling is visually compelling, with responsibilities covering all aspects of the animation editorial process.