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TrueShort

Editor

Los Angeles, CA · On-site +1

$250 - $350/day

Our team is experimenting at the frontier of AI-powered entertainment production across animation ... Editors at TrueShort play a critical role in shaping pacing, emotion, clarity, and continuity ...

NCCER

Video Editor

Alachua, FL · On-site

Animation of design assets * Provide creative vision to the editing process, bringing your own style to create beautifully composed work * Organize and maintain video files, including following best ...

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How much do animation editor jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 16, 2026, the average hourly pay for animation editor in the United States is $31.60, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $21.39 and $39.66 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does an animation editor do?

An Animation Editor works closely with animators and directors to refine animated sequences by timing shots, ensuring smooth transitions, and syncing animation with dialogue and sound. They use editing software to assemble, revise, and finalize scenes before production completion. Their role is crucial in maintaining narrative flow and visual coherence in animated films, TV shows, or video games.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an animation editor?

To thrive as an Animation Editor, you need strong video editing skills, a keen eye for visual storytelling, and a solid understanding of animation principles, often supported by a relevant degree or equivalent experience. Proficiency in industry-standard software such as Adobe After Effects, Premiere Pro, and familiarity with file formats and codecs is typically required. Attention to detail, creativity, time management, and effective communication are standout soft skills for this role. These abilities ensure the timely delivery of high-quality animated content that meets both artistic and technical standards in collaborative production environments.

What does a typical workday look like for an animation editor?

A typical workday for an Animation Editor involves reviewing and assembling animated footage, synchronizing visual elements with audio, and making adjustments based on feedback from directors and animators. You’ll collaborate closely with other editors, animators, and production team members to ensure consistency and style throughout the project. The role often requires managing multiple versions of edits, working under tight deadlines, and efficiently addressing notes or revisions. This dynamic workflow provides opportunities to creatively influence the final product while developing valuable teamwork and technical skills.

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Infographic showing various Animation Editor job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 17% Internship, 57% Full Time, 19% Part Time, 3% Temporary, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 67% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 30% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $65,728 per year, or $31.6 per hour.

Assistant Editor - Features

Sony Pictures Animation

Los Angeles, CA

$2.4K - $2.8K/wk

Full-time

Re-posted 22 days ago

Job description

Assistant Editor, Feature Animation

The Assistant Editor is responsible for technical and organizational editorial work from pre-production through post production. Assistant Editor is responsible for maintaining an efficient editorial pipeline and assisting editors. This Motion Picture Editors Guild position is covered by the Sony Pictures Animation Agreement. 

Sony Pictures Animation is a pre-production animation studio based in Los Angeles, California, creating both feature animation and animated series with artists from around the world. We pride ourselves on empowering filmmakers to lead the creative process, and allowing the hand of the artist to be truly felt, with the goal of producing bold and innovative visual storytelling.

Responsibilities:
  • Maintain Avid project and keep files organized.
  • Manage and process storyboards using Flix. Also import layout, animation, and lighting shots.
  • Import, log and prep dialogue recordings for editors: scratch dialogue, production recording sessions and ADR.
  • Ingesting assets from sound dept, music dept, etc, and keeping them organized
  • Output movie files for various uses including turnovers for sound department, digital intermediate, and music departments.
  • Organizing sound effects and music.
  • Assist the editors with Avid builds in preparation for screenings and QC of outputs.
  • Responsible for publishing to production including managing EDLs and change notes.
  • Provide information to production that is timely and accurate.
Qualifications:
  • 1-2 years experience in animation editorial.
  • High degree of proficiency in Avid Media Composer.
  • Excellent organization skills with great attention to detail.
  • Understanding of feature animation pipeline and workflows.
  • Ability to multi-task and meet deadlines while working under tight schedules.
  • Strong teammate with good interpersonal and interpersonal skills.
  • After Effects, Photoshop, ProTools experience a plus.

The anticipated base salary for this position is $2,400/week to $2,800/week. This role qualifies for benefits pursuant to the collective bargaining agreement. The actual salary offered will depend on a variety of factors.

To apply, please include a resume and a link to your portfolio. Please make sure to include any passwords to your work in your cover letter and/or in your resume.

Sony Pictures Animation is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other protected characteristics.

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