Senior Editor, Austin Short Film

BlockReel; Austin (TX); Remote; USD 28,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Occasional in-person reviews in Austin

Job summary

BlockReel seeks a Senior Editor for a psychological short film with memory-driven storytelling. You will assemble footage, refine pacing, and shape emotional arcs while collaborating closely with the director to sustain an atmospheric tone.

This paid position runs 3–4 weeks starting in late October 2026. Remote work is preferred, with occasional in-person reviews in Austin. Proficiency in Adobe Premiere Pro and DaVinci Resolve is required; please provide a reel of narrative work.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in narrative short film editing.
• Strong storytelling ability and sense of pacing.
• Proficiency with industry-standard editing software (Premiere Pro, DaVinci Resolve).

Responsibilities

• Assemble footage and refine pacing to support storytelling.
• Collaborate closely with the director on creative direction and tone.
• Manage the post-production workflow and deliverables.
• Maintain an atmospheric tone throughout the edit.

Skills

Narrative editing

Pacing control

Collaboration with director

Tools

Adobe Premiere Pro

DaVinci Resolve

Job description

Seeking a talented Senior Editor for an independent short film, a psychological drama with a unique narrative structure centered around memory and grief. This project offers a compelling story and strong visual potential. We're looking for someone who can help shape complex emotional arcs and maintain a precise, atmospheric tone. Key responsibilities include assembling footage, refining pacing, collaborating closely with the director on creative direction, and managing the post-production workflow. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in narrative short film editing, a strong sense of storytelling, and proficiency with industry-standard editing software (e.g., Adobe Premiere Pro, DaVinci Resolve). Please provide a reel or portfolio showcasing your best narrative work, especially projects with a dramatic or psychological bent. The post-production period is expected to be about 3-4 weeks, starting in late October 2026. This is a paid position, offering $150-300 per day depending on experience. We plan for remote work primarily, with occasional in-person sessions in Austin for reviews and final deliverables.

Budget Range

$150-300/day