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Dialogue Editor Jobs in California (NOW HIRING)

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

KQED

Sr. Editor, The Bay

San Francisco, CA · On-site

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

KQED

Sr. Editor, The Bay

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$112K - $140K/yr

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

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How much do dialogue editor jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 15, 2026, the average hourly pay for dialogue editor in California is $31.19, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $21.11 and $39.13 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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 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 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 California as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 78% Full Time, 18% Part Time, 2% Temporary, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 86% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 12% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $64,867 per year, or $31.2 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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