Sr. Editor

Walton/Isaacson, LLC; Culver City (CA); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid on-site schedule

Job summary

Walton Isaacson, LLC in Culver City is seeking a Sr. Editor to lead editorial execution across broadcast, social, and digital platforms. This role focuses on adapting national TV commercials for dealers and regional markets while supporting social and digital content creation.

The position requires strong attention to detail, creative sensibility, and the ability to manage high-volume workloads efficiently, with a hybrid on-site schedule and a strong reel demonstrating relevant experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent professional experience.
• 5+ years editing experience in post-production, advertising, or a creative studio.
• Hands-on editing of :15 and :30 broadcast TV commercials with timing and delivery.
• Advanced proficiency in Adobe Premiere Pro and CC apps (Photoshop/Illustrator/InDesign).
• Experience with high-volume versioning and tagging workflows.
• Strong knowledge of broadcast specifications and delivery requirements.
• Portfolio reel showcasing relevant video editing experience.
• Proficiency with Microsoft 365 (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams).
• Ability to operate in macOS and/or Windows and learn agency systems.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; strong time management.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Broadcast Tagging and Versioning: customize original TV spots with dealer end tags and legal copy.
• Edit and adapt :15 and :30 broadcast TV commercials, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• Execute high-volume versioning across markets with speed and precision.
• Ensure all deliverables meet broadcast specifications and brand guidelines.
• Editorial and Content Creation: edit social/digital content and support platform-specific work.
• Occasionally shoot and edit social/digital content and internal videos.
• Workflow and Asset Management: manage large volumes of assets and versioned outputs; perform QC.

Skills

Editing

Broadcast editing

Versioning

Tagging workflows

Quality control

Attention to detail

Communication

Time management

MacOS/Windows flexibility

Portfolio demonstrates experience

Microsoft 365

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Film/Media Production or related field

Equivalent professional experience

Tools

Adobe Premiere Pro

Photoshop

Illustrator

InDesign

Microsoft 365

Job description

Description

Walton Isaacson, LLC’s (“WI”) Sr. Editor role supports the Integrated Production team by delivering high-quality editorial content for a high-volume account across broadcast, social, and digital platforms. This position is primarily responsible for broadcast versioning and editorial execution, including adapting national television commercials for dealers and regional markets, while also supporting the editing and occasional capture of social and digital content. This position requires strong attention to detail, creative sensibility, and the ability to manage high-volume workloads efficiently while maintaining accuracy, quality, and consistency across all deliverables.

• Department: 4500 - Broadcast Production
• Location: Culver City, CA - Hybrid (candidates must be able to work on-site Tuesday - Thursday [or additional days per the needs of the business] during designated work hours.)
• Reports To: Sr. Vice President, Head of Production
• Direct Reports: No
• Job Level: Individual Contributor
• FLSA Status: Salary, Exempt
• Employment Type: Regular Full-Time

Responsibilities and Essential Functions

Broadcast Tagging and Versioning

• Customize original TV spots with dealer-specific end tags and legal copy.
• Edit and adapt :15 and :30 broadcast television commercials, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and compliance with broadcast requirements.
• Execute high-volume versioning across multiple markets with speed and precision.
• Ensure all deliverables meet broadcast specifications and technical requirements.
• Maintain consistency with brand guidelines across all versions.
• Work within tight timelines while balancing multiple deliverables simultaneously.

Editorial and Content Creation

• Edit social and digital video content, cutdowns and adaptations.
• Support development of platform-specific content (paid social, organic, digital campaigns).
• Occasionally shoot and edit social and experiential content, BTS and internal videos.
• Collaborate with creatives and producers as needed on campaigns.

Workflow and Asset Management

• Manage large volumes of assets, project files and versioned outputs with strong organization.
• Perform detailed QC on all outputs, ensuring accuracy of information and branding.

Other

• Demonstrate behavior consistent with WI’s standards of conduct.
• Duties may be modified or assigned at any time to meet the needs of the business.

Requirements

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Film Production, Media Production, Communications, Digital Media, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.
• 5+ years of professional editing experience, preferably at a post-production facility, advertising, or creative studio.
• Demonstrated hands-on experience editing :15 and :30 broadcast television commercials, including knowledge of broadcast timing, technical specifications, and delivery requirements.
• Advanced proficiency in Adobe Premiere Pro and Adobe Creative Cloud applications, including Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign, as applicable to video editing and post-production.
• Experience with high-volume video versioning and tagging workflows.
• Strong knowledge of broadcast specifications, technical standards, and delivery requirements.
• Demonstrated experience in creative editing, online editing, finishing, and color correction.
• Strong understanding of video editing workflows and post-production processes.
• Current demo reel or portfolio demonstrating relevant video editing experience.
• Proficiency with Microsoft 365, including Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Teams.
• Ability to effectively operate within macOS and/or Windows macOS environments and learn agency-specific systems.
• Proficient keyboarding and computer navigation skills sufficient to efficiently perform the essential functions of the position.
• Strong written and verbal business communication skills.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills, including managing multiple priorities and meeting deadlines.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to learn and adapt to new technologies, systems, and business processes.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience with video versioning and tagging workflows within the automotive or retail industries.
• Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish, both written and verbal.

Physical Demands

• Standing: 10% - 15%
• Sitting: 80% - 85%
• Reaching: 10% - 15%
• Lifting: 5% - 10%
• Bending: 5% - 10%
• Stooping: 5% - 10%
• Walking: 10% - 15%

Other Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods of sitting while working at a computer and utilizing video editing software.
• Frequent use of a computer, keyboard, mouse, and other standard office equipment.
• Ability to occasionally stand, walk, bend,