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Senior Editor Location: Costa Mesa (on-site) Salary - $100,000 - $110,000 About the Role We are ... Execute finishing components including motion graphics (After Effects), typography, color (DaVinci ...

Our Video Editors work on a variety of content including daily podcasts, long-form interviews ... Create assembly edits, string-outs, and finishing edits with precision. Edit in various digital ...

Finishing Operator- Night Shift

Painesville, OH · On-site

$14.75 - $17.75/hr

... editor. The Finishing Operator III is responsible for leading machine set ups and changeovers, problem-solving, working with or providing input to the engineering team on improvements, ensuring a ...

Apply color correction, audio cleanup, and finishing polish to final deliverables * Maintain ... Adapt editing approaches and storytelling styles based on platform behavior and audience ...

Finishing Operator- Night Shift

Painesville, OH · On-site

$14.75 - $17.75/hr

... editor. The Finishing Operator III is responsible for leading machine set ups and changeovers, problem-solving, working with or providing input to the engineering team on improvements, ensuring a ...

Finishing Operator- Night Shift

Painesville, OH · On-site

$14.75 - $17.75/hr

... editor. The Finishing Operator III is responsible for leading machine set ups and changeovers, problem-solving, working with or providing input to the engineering team on improvements, ensuring a ...

Apply color correction, audio cleanup, and finishing polish to final deliverables * Maintain ... Adapt editing approaches and storytelling styles based on platform behavior and audience ...

Finishing Preditor

Greenwood Village, CO · On-site

$90K - $100K/yr

The Finishing Preditor manages the assembly and preparation of final delivery assets using ... Experience editing with multiple video tracks, picture effects, to and from a variety of aspect ...

Finishing Preditor

Denver, CO · On-site

$90K - $100K/yr

The Finishing Preditor manages the assembly and preparation of final delivery assets using ... Experience editing with multiple video tracks, picture effects, to and from a variety of aspect ...

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 ...

... and finishing cuts and implementing feedback with speed and precision. • Provide editorial ... junior editors, freelancers and external partners, ensuring consistency and excellence in ...

Position Summary We're looking for a video editor with strong motion-graphics capabilities who can ... color workflows, audio finishing, codecs, and delivery specs. You should be able to move ...

Position Summary We're looking for a video editor with strong motion-graphics capabilities who can ... color workflows, audio finishing, codecs, and delivery specs. You should be able to move ...

Video Editor-Duluth, GA

Duluth, GA · On-site

$60K - $70K/yr

Position Summary We're looking for a video editor with strong motion-graphics capabilities who can ... color workflows, audio finishing, codecs, and delivery specs. You should be able to move ...

Set up and operate the assigned finishing equipment, which includes: table top, editing, and slitting, ensuring finished product meets quality and accuracy standards. * Set up and operate packing ...

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How much do finishing editor jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 19, 2026, the average hourly pay for finishing editor in the United States is $28.75, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $22.12 and $31.97 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Finishing Editor job?

A Finishing Editor is responsible for the final visual and technical polish of a video or film. They refine color correction, adjust visual effects, and ensure consistency in the final product. This role also involves working with sound design, graphics, and formatting to meet broadcast or streaming standards. Finishing Editors collaborate closely with directors, cinematographers, and post-production teams to achieve the desired aesthetic. Their expertise ensures a professional, high-quality result before the content is released.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of a Finishing Editor in a post-production studio?

As a Finishing Editor, your day-to-day work involves assembling final edits, color grading footage, mixing and mastering audio, and ensuring all visual and audio elements meet broadcast or client specifications. You'll typically collaborate closely with directors, producers, and sound designers to achieve the intended creative vision, often making adjustments based on feedback. Checking for technical errors, exporting deliverables in required formats, and participating in review sessions are also frequent tasks. This hands-on role requires both technical precision and creativity, making each project unique and engaging.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Finishing Editor position, and why are they important?

A Finishing Editor must possess advanced knowledge of post-production processes, video editing, color grading, and sound finishing, usually backed by a relevant degree or extensive experience. Expertise with industry-standard software such as Adobe Premiere Pro, DaVinci Resolve, Avid Media Composer, and certification in platforms like Dolby Atmos are commonly required. Exceptional attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and the ability to collaborate and communicate clearly with creative teams are vital soft skills. These competences ensure high-quality, polished content that meets both artistic and technical standards under tight deadlines.

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Freelance Creative Editor

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Job description

Purpose

We are looking for a builder to join our creative team.  A social first creative editor who puts ideas first, cares about craft, and can create exciting rabbit holes into our clients worlds. A fearless creator with a great understanding of social media marketing, who is always looking for new and exciting ways to engage audiences. A storyteller armed with a social-first POV,  who has a strong ability to execute original integrated content in a fast-paced environment.  

Job Responsibilities
  • Conceive and edit social first content, including teasers and trailers, for entertainment projects. Must be an expert in social/digital first entertainment content for theatrical and streaming campaigns. 
  • Collaborate with producers, motion graphics, music, and finishing teams to ensure creative vision is achieved
  • Take creative risks, elevating both production and editorial elements to produce engaging content
  • Participate in brainstorming sessions and assist in bringing creative ideas to life
  • Consistently align creative output with client objectives, social specs, and platform best practices
Required Skills
  • Expert proficiency in Adobe Premiere Pro with experience in sound design, audio editing, and cleanup
  • Familiarity with Adobe After Effects. We need a rock star who is comfortable with motion graphics work to help sell an idea through.
  • Proven creative success in storytelling with social first entertainment campaigns and an understanding of social media best practices and audience engagement strategies
  • Knowledge of social platform specs and best practices (ie. safe zones, lengths, etc) 
  • A conceptual thinker capable of developing entertaining, platform-specific content with a strong focus on short-form storytelling
  • Ability to juggle multiple projects with tight deadlines, working efficiently while maintaining a strong attention to detail. 
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to interact effectively with all levels within the company and external partners
  • Minimum of four years of experience editing social first entertainment and brand campaign content and creative assets
  • Must provide a reel showcasing finished work