DreamWorks Feature - Associate Editor

NBCUniversal Intl.

Glendale, Northern (CA, KY)

Hybrid

USD 138,000 - 175,000

Full time

5 days ago
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Job summary

DreamWorks Animation in Glendale, CA, seeks an Associate Editor to oversee daily edit suite operations and ensure creative integrity from production through final cut.

Requires 5+ years in animation editing and expert AVID Media Composer skills; familiarity with Pro Tools, Photoshop, and Linux/Unix is preferred. Hybrid role with a minimum three days in office per week.

Qualifications

  • 5+ years experience in Animation Editing.
  • Must have intimate knowledge of AVID Media Composer.
  • Proficiency with Photoshop is a plus.
  • Familiarity with Pro Tools for scratch recording is preferred.
  • Familiarity with Linux/Unix operating systems is preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Maintain creative integrity of film throughout the production and post production processes.
  • Supervise and participate in scratch, production and ADR dialogue recording sessions.
  • Cut and/or supervise the cutting of temp SFX and Music for the story reel.
  • Primary point of contact with Technical Directors in production.
  • Participate in final mix and temp mixes.
  • Supervise quality standards of all work done at audio houses and other post houses.
  • Spot final film with Sound Designer and Composer.
  • Act as a creative liaison between Directors/Production and sound designer and mixers.
  • Attend all screenings, studio and preview, and work with Directors to incorporate changes from those screenings.
  • Deliver an approved cut of the film to the sound and music departments on the handover date.

Skills

Animation Editing
AVID Media Composer
Photoshop
Pro Tools
Linux/Unix

Tools

AVID Media Composer
Pro Tools
Photoshop
FLIX
Linux/Unix

Job description

  • Compensation: USD 138,112 - USD 175,000 - yearly
Company Description

DreamWorks Animation is looking for more adventurous dreamers who shoot for the moon. We tell stories about the journeys our unconventional heroes take to make dreams come true. As a growth-minded studio, we pride ourselves on being one of the world's leading producers of high-quality, award-winning, animated films and series, reaching consumers around the globe. We push to feel more, laugh more, and build immersive new worlds.

DreamWorks creates a diverse array of original content in a variety of formats, delivering compelling stories with unique characters. We place tremendous value on the experiences our talent brings to the table from their own non-traditional paths to success. We believe in frequent communication and that transparency and trust yield the best work. We are a community of artists, technologists, innovators, and creators, who are passionate about animation and also happen to love eating lunch together.

DreamWorks Animation has an exciting new opportunity for an Associate Editor to join its team based in Glendale, CA. The Associate Editor will be responsible for the day-to-day running of the Edit suite in support of the Lead Editor.

If you are part of the fandom and believe teamwork makes the dream work, join us in #livingthedream and #doingyourdreamwork!

This position is subject to the eligibility requirements of the applicable Local 700 Editor Guild agreement(s).

Job Description

Responsibilities: “What would you say you do here?”

Maintain creative integrity of film throughout the production and post production processes.

Supervise and participate in scratch, production and ADR dialogue recording sessions.

Cut and/or supervise the cutting of temp SFX and Music for the story reel.

Primary point of contact with Technical Directors in production.

Participate in final mix and temp mixes.

Supervise quality standards of all work done at audio houses and other post houses.

Spot final film with Sound Designer and Composer

Acts as a creative liaison between Directors/Production and sound designer and mixers.

Attend all screenings, studio and preview, and working with Directors to incorporate changes resulting from those screenings.

Attend production meetings when required.

Deliver an approved cut of the film in the required format to the sound and music departments on the handover date.

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications: “What do I need to have in order to do this job?”

5+ years experience in Animation Editing

Must have intimate knowledge of AVID Media Composer

Desired Qualifications: “What can I offer?”

Proficiency with Photoshop is a plus.

Familiarity with FLIX is useful.

Familiarity with Pro Tools for scratch recording is preferred.

Familiarity with Linux/Unix operating systems is preferred.

Hybrid: This position has been designated as hybrid, generally contributing from the office a minimum of three days per week.

Salary Range: $138,112 - $175,000

Additional Information

As part of our selection process, external candidates may be required to attend an in-person interview with an NBCUniversal employee at one of our locations prior to a hiring decision. NBCUniversal's policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law.

NBCUniversal will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories, or arrest or conviction records, in a manner consistent with relevant legal requirements, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative For Hiring Ordinance, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, and the California Fair Chance Act, where applicable.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and require support throughout the application and/or recruitment process as a result of your disability, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation. You can submit your request to AccessibilitySupport@nbcuni.com.

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