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TrueShort

Editor

Los Angeles, CA · On-site +1

$250 - $350/day

Editor About TrueShort TrueShort is one of the fastest-growing streaming apps in the United States ... Integrate narration, music, sound effects, and dialogue * Add subtitles, titles, and basic motion ...

4pconsultinginc

Video Editor I

Birmingham, AL · On-site

Video Editor I Location: Birmingham, AL (Hybrid) (40 hours/week (4 days onsite, 1 day remote ... Edit and mix audio, including dialogue, music, and sound effects. * Perform color correction and ...

Pavago

Video Editor

Dialogue clarity * Noise reduction * Leveling * Add music + SFX (licensed properly) * Perform color correction & grading for a consistent look Multi-Platform Optimization * Export for: * YouTube

Bowhead

Video Editor

Fort Belvoir, VA · On-site

$90K - $120K/yr

Assemble raw footage, dialogue, sound effects, and graphics into a cohesive finished product ... editing experience * Mastery of Adobe Premiere Pro, After Effects, Media Encoder, Audition

Bowhead

Video Editor

Fort Belvoir, VA · On-site

$90K - $120K/yr

Assemble raw footage, dialogue, sound effects, and graphics into a cohesive finished product ... editing experience * Mastery of Adobe Premiere Pro, After Effects, Media Encoder, Audition

Nen Creative

Editor

San Francisco, CA · Remote

$65K - $100K/yr

Handle sound design and basic mix work, including music selection, SFX, and dialogue cleanup ... Stay current on editing trends, techniques, and tools that can elevate our work What We're Looking ...

Apex Systems

Video Editor

Birmingham, AL · On-site

Job#: 3040589 Video Editor Location: Birmingham, Alabama (Hybrid) Role Overview We are seeking a ... Edit and mix audio elements, including dialogue, music, and sound effects. * Adjust and enhance the ...

Noor Staffing Group

Senior Editor

Costa Mesa, CA

$100K - $110K/yr

Senior Editor Location: Costa Mesa (on-site) Salary - $100,000 - $110,000 About the Role We are ... Audio fundamentals: dialogue cleanup, mix balance, music and SFX integration * Large-format ...

Nen Creative

Editor

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$65K - $100K/yr

Handle sound design and basic mix work, including music selection, SFX, and dialogue cleanup ... Stay current on editing trends, techniques, and tools that can elevate our work What We're Looking ...

KQED

Senior Video Editor

San Francisco, CA · On-site

Senior Video Editor Schedule Format - Location: Hybrid - San Francisco Pay Information: $110,160 ... dialogue; bring the arts to everyone and engage audiences to share their stories. We help students ...

Brasfield & Gorrie, LLC

Video Editor

Birmingham, AL · On-site

The video editor will support a range of video needs, from executive communications, corporate ... Mix and enhance audio - level dialogue, clean up production sound, and balance music beds for ...

KQED

Senior Video Editor

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$110K - $137K/yr

Senior Video Editor Schedule Format - Location: Hybrid - San Francisco Pay Information: $110,160 ... dialogue; bring the arts to everyone and engage audiences to share their stories. We help students ...

Acquisition.com LLC

Sound Designer

Las Vegas, NV · On-site

$80K - $90K/yr

Responsibilities Audio Execution & Sound Design • Execute dialogue editing, sound design, music integration, and audio mix across assigned series and content formats • Deliver clean, polished ...

Brasfield & Gorrie, LLC

Video Editor

Birmingham, AL · On-site

The video editor will support a range of video needs, from executive communications, corporate ... Mix and enhance audio -- level dialogue, clean up production sound, and balance music beds for ...

Peregrine Technologies

Video Editor

San Francisco, CA · On-site

The Role Peregrine is looking for an exceptional Video Editor to join our growing creative team and ... Adept with dialogue cleanup, audio restoration, and mixing. * Proficiency in Adobe After Effects ...

The Aspen Institute

Managing Editor

Washington, DC · On-site +1

$93K - $100K/yr

Founded in 1949, the Institute drives change through dialogue, leadership, and action to help solve ... The Managing Editor will oversee the full editorial lifecycle for individual pieces and for our in ...

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How much do dialogue editor jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 27, 2026, the average hourly pay for dialogue 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 a dialogue editor do?

A Dialogue Editor is responsible for editing, cleaning, and enhancing the dialogue in films, TV shows, and other media productions. They remove background noise, sync dialogue with visuals, and ensure consistency in sound quality. Using specialized software, they prepare dialogue tracks for mixing, often collaborating with sound editors and re-recording mixers. Their work is crucial in making speech clear and natural for the final production.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a dialogue editor?

To thrive as a Dialogue Editor, you need expertise in audio editing, keen attention to detail, and experience with sound production, typically supported by formal training or a degree in audio engineering, film, or a related field. Proficiency with digital audio workstations (DAWs) such as Pro Tools, noise reduction software, and familiarity with industry-standard workflows is essential. Effective communication, problem-solving abilities, and strong organizational skills help Dialogue Editors collaborate smoothly with directors, sound designers, and production teams. These attributes ensure dialogue tracks are clean, consistent, and seamlessly integrated, which is critical for delivering high-quality audio for film, television, or other media projects.

What are the daily responsibilities of a dialogue editor in a typical post-production environment?

Dialogue Editors are responsible for cleaning up and assembling dialogue tracks, removing unwanted noises, matching audio quality across scenes, and ensuring lip-sync accuracy. They often work closely with sound supervisors or re-recording mixers to address creative requests, manage ADR (Automated Dialogue Replacement) sessions, and prep material for final mix. Daily tasks can also involve collaborating with other audio departments, maintaining detailed session notes, and reviewing picture lock updates as edits evolve. This role requires managing multiple deadlines and adapting quickly to creative or schedule changes in a team-oriented environment.

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Infographic showing various Dialogue Editor job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Contract. Highlights an 33% In-person, 34% Hybrid, and 33% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $65,728 per year, or $31.6 per hour.

Editor

TrueShort

Los Angeles, CA • On-site, Remote

$250 - $350/day

Full-time

Re-posted 14 days ago

Job description

Editor
About TrueShort
TrueShort is one of the fastest-growing streaming apps in the United States. An AI studio and streaming platform where we experiment, develop and release original series and films constantly. No development purgatory.
Built for mobile-first viewing, TrueShort delivers premium, bingeable storytelling across an expanding slate of genres, reimagining how modern audiences discover and experience great stories.
Our team is experimenting at the frontier of AI-powered entertainment production across animation, live action, and emerging storytelling formats.
Backed by Jeffrey Katzenberg (Founder of DreamWorks), Scott Belsky, Ravi Nandan (A24), Khosla Ventures, and others.
Role Overview
We're looking for Editors to help assemble original series and films across a wide range of genres and formats.
Editors at TrueShort play a critical role in shaping pacing, emotion, clarity, and continuity across our productions. You'll work with AI-generated visuals, narration, music, sound design, and motion assets to help transform raw creative material into polished episodes and short-form content.
Projects may include animation, cinematic storytelling, experimental formats, comedy, action, sci-fi, horror, romance, kids & family, and more. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys storytelling, editing, internet-native pacing, and working inside fast-moving creative workflows.
Responsibilities
  • Edit short-form episodes and visual content using AI-generated footage and assets
  • Assemble visual sequences from scripts, storyboards, and shot lists
  • Shape pacing, timing, emotion, and narrative clarity
  • Integrate narration, music, sound effects, and dialogue
  • Add subtitles, titles, and basic motion graphics when needed
  • Maintain visual and storytelling consistency across projects
  • Collaborate closely with AI filmmakers, editors, and showrunners
  • Organize project files and prepare final exports for distribution
  • Help refine and improve evolving post-production workflows

Preferred Skills & Experience
  • Strong experience with Adobe Premiere Pro and/or DaVinci Resolve
  • Experience editing narrative, animated, or short-form content
  • Comfortable organizing large volumes of footage and visual assets
  • Familiarity with Frame.io or collaborative review pipelines is a plus
  • Understanding of AI audio and voice tools (ElevenLabs, Suno, etc.) is a plus
  • Experience with AI video workflows and generation tools (Kling, Veo, Seedance, Runway, etc.) is a plus
  • Familiarity with motion graphics or cleanup workflows is a plus

Compensation & Details
  • Contract Role
  • $250-$350 per day
  • Potential for long-term employment or full-time role
  • Los Angeles preferred (hybrid/in-person encouraged)

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