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Boot Barn

Editing & Color Manager

Irvine, CA · On-site

$80K - $100K/yr

This role oversees color grading, retouching, ecommerce editing, and more, to ensure all content is high-quality, on-brand, and delivered efficiently. This position plays a key role in executing ...

Boot Barn

Editing & Color Manager

Irvine, CA

This role oversees color grading, retouching, ecommerce editing, and more, to ensure all content is high-quality, on-brand, and delivered efficiently. This position plays a key role in executing ...

TKO Group Holdings, Inc.

Video Colorist

Las Vegas, NV · On-site

Performing advanced color correction and grading with Davinci Resolve, to enhance the artistic and emotional impact of each scene/show. * Creating tailored looks to be replicated through a series.

TKO Group Holdings, Inc.

Video Colorist

Las Vegas, NV · On-site

Performing advanced color correction and grading with Davinci Resolve, to enhance the artistic and emotional impact of each scene/show. * Creating tailored looks to be replicated through a series.

Internet Soft

Video Editor

San Jose, CA · On-site

Understanding video editing techniques like splicing, sound balancing, color correction, color grading, trimming, adding transitions, and applying visual effects to enhance video quality * Review the ...

Loudr Agency

Lead Video Editor

West Palm Beach, FL · On-site

$60K - $70K/yr

Apply advanced color-correction and/or color grading, audio enhancements, and visual effects to enhance the overall quality of the video. * Ensure that the final edit aligns with the creative vision ...

Loudr Agency

Lead Video Editor

Denver, CO

Apply advanced color-correction and/or color grading, audio enhancements, and visual effects to enhance the overall quality of the video. * Ensure that the final edit aligns with the creative vision ...

Loudr Agency

Lead Video Editor

West Palm Beach, FL · On-site

Apply advanced color-correction and/or color grading, audio enhancements, and visual effects to enhance the overall quality of the video. * Ensure that the final edit aligns with the creative vision ...

Company3

Color Producer

New York, NY · On-site

... color grading, post-production finishing, marketing/trailers, live-action production, experiences, and more. Diversity and Inclusion at Company 3: Creativity has diversity at its core. We celebrate ...

Loudr Agency

Lead Video Editor

West Palm Beach, FL

Apply advanced color-correction and/or color grading, audio enhancements, and visual effects to enhance the overall quality of the video. * Ensure that the final edit aligns with the creative vision ...

Loudr Agency

Lead Video Editor

Denver, CO · On-site

Apply advanced color-correction and/or color grading, audio enhancements, and visual effects to enhance the overall quality of the video. * Ensure that the final edit aligns with the creative vision ...

Company 3 / Method Inc.

Color Producer

New York, NY · On-site

$80K - $100K/yr

... color grading, post-production finishing, marketing/trailers, live-action production, experiences, and more. Diversity and Inclusion at Company 3: Creativity has diversity at its core. We celebrate ...

Loudr Agency

Lead Video Editor

Denver, CO · On-site

$60K - $70K/yr

Apply advanced color-correction and/or color grading, audio enhancements, and visual effects to enhance the overall quality of the video. * Ensure that the final edit aligns with the creative vision ...

AEG

Video Colorist

Las Vegas, NV · On-site

Performing advanced color correction and grading with Davinci Resolve, to enhance the artistic and emotional impact of each scene/show. * Creating tailored looks to be replicated through a series.

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How much do colour grading jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 16, 2026, the average hourly pay for colour grading in the United States is $23.40, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.03 and $27.88 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is colour grading?

Colour grading is the process of adjusting and enhancing the color, contrast, and overall visual tone of video footage or images during post-production. It helps set the mood, convey emotion, and ensure visual consistency across a project. Professional colour graders use specialized software to manipulate color balance, saturation, and brightness, making footage look polished and visually appealing. This step is essential in filmmaking, television, and digital content creation to achieve a desired aesthetic or cinematic look.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Colour Grading Specialist, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Colour Grading Specialist, you need a strong understanding of color theory, visual storytelling, and experience with digital imaging, often supported by a background in film, photography, or visual arts. Mastery of industry-standard software such as DaVinci Resolve, Adobe Premiere Pro, or Baselight is typically required, along with knowledge of video formats and color management workflows. Attention to detail, creativity, and strong communication skills help you interpret creative briefs and collaborate effectively with directors and cinematographers. These skills ensure the final visual product is both technically precise and artistically compelling, meeting the project's creative vision.

What are some common challenges faced by colour grading professionals when collaborating with directors and cinematographers?

Colour grading professionals often work closely with directors and cinematographers to achieve the desired visual tone of a project. A common challenge is aligning creative visions, as each collaborator may have different preferences or ideas about color palettes and mood. Effective communication and flexibility are crucial for finding a balance that satisfies the project's artistic goals while meeting technical requirements. Additionally, tight deadlines and last-minute changes can require quick adjustments, so adaptability and strong problem-solving skills are important for success in this role.

What is the difference between Colour Grading vs Colour Correction?

AspectColour GradingColour Correction
PurposeEnhances the visual mood and style of footageFixes color issues to achieve natural look
ToolsColor grading software like DaVinci Resolve, Adobe PremiereSame as grading tools, often used together
Work EnvironmentPost-production, film, TV, commercialsPost-production, film, TV, commercials
SkillsArtistic eye, color theory, technical knowledgeTechnical skills, attention to detail

While both colour grading and colour correction involve working with colors in post-production, colour correction focuses on fixing issues to produce a natural, balanced look. Colour grading, on the other hand, is about creatively enhancing the footage to evoke specific moods or styles. Professionals often perform both processes to achieve the desired visual outcome.

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Infographic showing various Colour Grading job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 53% Full Time, 43% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 82% Physical, 9% Hybrid, and 9% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $48,678 per year, or $23.4 per hour.
Editing & Color Manager

Editing & Color Manager

Boot Barn

Irvine, CA • On-site

$80K - $100K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 5 days ago

Boot Barn rating

5.6

Company rating: 5.6 out of 10

Based on 217 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

66th of 102 rated fashion retailers

Job description

EDITING & COLOR MANAGER
REPORTS TO: SR. ART DIRECTOR
STATUS: EXEMPT
Summary
Boot Barn is where community comes first. We thrive on togetherness, collaboration, and belonging. We build each other up, listen intently, and implement out-of-the-box ideas. We celebrate new innovations, congratulate one another's achievements, and most importantly support each other.
At Boot Barn, we work together to make a positive impact on the world around us, and by working collectively with encouragement, we consider ourselves "Partners." With the values of the West guiding us, Boot Barn celebrates heritage, welcomes all, and values each unique Partner within our Boot Barn community.
Our vision is to offer everyone a piece of the American spirit - one handshake at a time.
The Editing & Color Manager is responsible for leading the post-production image editing for Boot Barn's creative marketing assets. This role oversees color grading, retouching, ecommerce editing, and more, to ensure all content is high-quality, on-brand, and delivered efficiently.
This position plays a key role in executing creative vision, with strong expertise in post-production workflows, file formats, and color processes, and the ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
  • Lead and execute high-quality editing, color grading, and finishing multimedia assets across campaigns, ecommerce, social, and in-store channels, including non-linear editing, color correction, ensuring all content meets Boot Barn's quality standards.
  • Partner with Creative leadership and cross-functional teams including Marketing, Ecommerce, Merchandising, Photography, and more, to execute creative vision, support campaign objectives, and ensure consistent workflows, asset organization, and brand standards across all content.
  • Lead and manage a team of editors, overseeing project timelines, prioritizing workloads, and ensuring high-quality content is delivered on time in a fast-paced, high-volume environment, while serving as the senior editor for photography and setting standards for editing and color quality.
  • Quality check all final assets to ensure accuracy, consistency, and readiness for distribution across all platforms.
  • Support print production and design needs including direct mail catalogs, store signage, and other marketing materials as needed.
  • Define and maintain color standards and strategy across photography and campaign content, ensuring consistency and brand alignment.
  • Demonstrates high level of quality work, attendance and appearance.
  • Demonstrates high degree of professionalism in communication, attitude and teamwork with customers, peers and management.
  • Adhere to all local, federal and state laws in addition to Company policies, procedures, and practices.
  • Performs any other duties that may be assigned by management.

Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Film, Media Production, Design, or related field preferred
  • 5-8+ years of experience in video editing, color grading, and post-production, preferably in a marketing, retail, or agency environment
  • Advanced proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Premiere Pro, After Effects, Photoshop, Lightroom) and color grading tools
  • Experience managing and developing a team in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
  • Strong organizational, time management, and communication skills
  • Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and external partners

Competencies
  • Communication
  • Organization
  • Decision Making
  • Initiative
  • Innovation
  • Leadership
  • Professionalism
  • Results Oriented

Boot Barn Benefits & Additional Compensation Opportunities
  • Competitive salary.
  • Merchandise discount: 50% off of Exclusive Brands and 40% off of third-party brands.
  • Paid Time Off plan for year-round Boot Barn Partners.**
  • Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance.**
  • 401(k) plan with generous company matching.
  • Flexible schedules and work/life balance.
  • Opportunities for growth at every level - we are opening 50+ new stores each year.

**For eligible Boot Barn Partners
PAY RANGE: $80,000.00 - $100,000.00/yr*
*compensation varies based on geography, skills, experience, and tenure
Physical Demands
In general, the following physical demands are representative of those that must be met by a Partner to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to allow differently abled individuals to perform the essential functions of the job.
  • Standing, walking and squatting less than fifty percent of the work shift.
  • Required to lift, move and carry up to 40 pounds.
  • Ability to read, count and write to accurately complete all documentation and reports.
  • Must be able to see, hear and speak in order to communicate with partners and customers.
  • Specific vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
  • Manual dexterity required using hands to finger; handle, feel and type; reach with hands and arms.

[ ] Sedentary: Limited activity, no lifting, limited walking
[ X ] Light: Office work, some lifting, bending, stooping or kneeling, walking
[ ] Moderate: Mostly standing, walking, bending, frequent lifting
[ ] Arduous: Heavy lifting, bending, crawling, climbing
Work Environment
In general, the following conditions of the work environment are representative of those that a Partner encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to allow differently abled individuals to perform the essential functions of the job within the environment.
  • The workspace is clean, orderly, properly lighted and ventilated with the proper safety compliance.
  • Noise levels are considered moderate.

Boot Barn, Inc. reserves the right to make exceptions to modify or eliminate this document or its content. This document supersedes all previous policies, procedures or guidelines pertaining to this subject.
Our core value of community bands us together in supportive and inclusive ways to drive our collective success. Boot Barn provides equal employment opportunity to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national or ethnic origin, veteran or military status, disability, as well as any other protected status under the law.
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) - Boot Barn will provide reasonable accommodations (such as a qualified sign language interpreter or other personal assistance) with the application process upon your request as required by applicable laws. If you have a disability and require assistance in this application process, please visit your nearest Boot Barn Store or Distribution Center or reach out to Human Resources at 1-949-453-4400, Option 4.
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At Boot Barn, we honor America's western heritage. We believe in quality products and good value. And we've stocked our shelves with quality western and work gear for you and your family. With over 500,000 pairs of boots -- western, work and fashion -- and over 8,000 styles of jeans, shirts, hats, belts, jewelry and more, we offer the latest styles from the brands you love. Hatched over thirty years ago with one store in Orange County, California, Boot Barn has become the nations largest Western and Work retailer with 230 + stores in 30 states and a robust e-commerce business. We will outfit you from head to toe and give you the kind of service you'd expect from a company that values heritage, hard work and community.

Industry

Retail

Company size

5,001 - 10,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Irvine, CA, US

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