Skydance

2nd Assistant Editor

Skydance • $141K — $153K *
Media
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 3+ years' experience as an Assistant Editor
  • 3+ years' experience with Avid Media/Film Composer
  • Must be a member in good standing of the Local 700 Editorial Guild
  • High proficiency in Macintosh OS
  • Experience with After Effects and Photoshop preferred
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills
  • Strong attention to detail and ability to multi-task

Responsibilities

  • Prepare and distribute picture media including storyboards and shots
  • Conduct sound media preparation, including dialogue breakdown and music searches
  • Supervise and log scratch recording sessions
  • Monitor and import scratch and production dialogue from recordings
  • Set up video reference cameras for talent recording
  • Maintain production sound effects and music databases
  • Publish accurate cut lists and output sequences as needed

Benefits

  • Collaborative work environment
  • Opportunity to work on high-profile animation projects
  • Flexible hours including potential overtime
  • On-site work in a creative studio setting
  • Encouragement for diverse experiences and backgrounds in applicants
Full Job Description
Skydance Animation is looking for a 2nd Assistant Editor with strong organizational skills, attention to detail, proficiency in Avid, and familiarity with animation editorial and storyboard/animatic workflows. The ideal candidate will have experience processing scratch dialogue and turnovers, and must be comfortable managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

Responsibilities

  • Prepare picture media; import and distribute media (storyboards and shots)
  • Prepare sound media; break down dialogue, conduct music and effects searches
  • Supervise, log and transcribe scratch recording sessions
  • Monitor levels, log and import scratch and production dialogue from recordings
  • Set up video reference cameras to record talent
  • Prepare preliminary music and sound effects, maintain the production sound effects and music databases
  • Publish accurate cut lists for output
  • Publish out sequences to Shotgun as needed
  • Output digital files (Quicktimes, AAFs, change notes, DCPs, etc.) internally and externally as directed
  • Prepare media and perform Quality Control for sound and picture
  • Attend screenings in support of presentation quality, operate screening room
  • Avid daily operational maintenance
  • Work with Tech to troubleshoot and refine editorial systems
  • Cooperate with other editorial teams when assistance is needed
  • Proactively monitor trackers and updates for incoming assets


Requirements

  • 3+ years' experience as an Assistant Editor
  • 3+ years' experience with Avid Media/Film Composer
  • Requirement to be, or become, a member in good standing of the Local 700 Editorial Guild
  • Ability to work flexible hours (overtime, including nights and weekends) as necessary
  • Ability to work on-site in Santa Monica, California studio 3-5 days/week
  • High proficiency in Macintosh OS
  • Experience with After Effects and Photoshop preferred
  • Experience with Pro Tools, FLIX, Shotgun, Excel & Microsoft Suite a plus
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills
  • Must be able to work autonomously and as part of a collaborative team; ability to take a creative, inquisitive approach to problem solving
  • Strong attention to detail; ability to multi-task and prioritize workload in a dynamic and changing environment


The range for this non-exempt position in Los Angeles, CA is $2,724.13-2,945.00/week. The rate offered may vary based on the candidate's location, qualifications, experience and relevant expertise, among other factors. The range indicated is for base salary only and does not reflect the total compensation package, benefits, etc.

We realize that skills and expertise can come from many different experiences and paths, and we encourage you to apply even if you don't meet all of the requirements as written in the job description.

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About Skydance

Skydance Media is an American film and television production company founded by David Ellison in 2010. The company is responsible for producing films such as True Grit, Mission: Impossible ? Ghost Protocol, Star Trek Into Darkness, World War Z, Terminator Genisys, and Geostorm. In addition to film production, Skydance has also produced television shows such as Altered Carbon, Grace and Frankie, and Tom Clancy's Jack Ryan.
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