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CoCreativ

AI Artist (freelance to hire)

New York, NY

$500 - $800/day

Whether your background is film, VFX, animation, post-production, or AI-native creation, what ... Exceptional freelancers may be considered for full-time opportunities as our AI team continues to ...

Hearst

Assistant Editor (freelance)

Glendale, CA

$22 - $24/hr

Overview Hearst Media Production Group is seeking a freelance Assistant Editor to join post-production. This role will be responsible for managing and prepping incoming and outgoing media for the ...

PVH

Manager, Video Post Producer

New York, NY

$104K - $141K/yr

The Manager, Video Post-Production is responsible for overseeing the end-to-end workflow, execution ... Oversee relationships with external vendors, agencies, and freelance talent; negotiate pricing ...

CoCreativ

AI Artist (freelance to hire)

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$500 - $800/day

Whether your background is film, VFX, animation, post-production, or AI-native creation, what ... Exceptional freelancers may be considered for full-time opportunities as our AI team continues to ...

Hearst

Assistant Editor (freelance)

Glendale, CA · On-site

$22 - $24/hr

Overview Hearst Media Production Group is seeking a freelance Assistant Editor to join post-production. This role will be responsible for managing and prepping incoming and outgoing media for the ...

Hearst

Assistant Editor (freelance)

Glendale, CA

$22 - $24/hr

Overview Hearst Media Production Group is seeking a freelance Assistant Editor to join post-production. This role will be responsible for managing and prepping incoming and outgoing media for the ...

Zealot

Freelance Assistant Editor

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$28 - $32/hr

Freelance Assistant Editor ZEALOT is a powerhouse of creativity and innovation in entertainment ... ZEALOT's post-production and finishing department is in NY & LA, the work is shared across two ...

ZEALOT

Freelance Assistant Editor

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

Freelance Assistant Editor ZEALOT is a powerhouse of creativity and innovation in entertainment ... ZEALOT's post-production and finishing department is in NY & LA, the work is shared across two ...

Hearst

Closed Captioning Editor (freelance)

Glendale, CA · On-site

$20 - $22/hr

Closed Captioning Editor (freelance) Overview Hearst Media Production Group (HMPG) is seeking an Closed Captioning Editor to join post-production. This role will be responsible for managing and ...

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How much do freelance post production jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 23, 2026, the average hourly pay for freelance post production in the United States is $32.09, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.59 and $38.22 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Freelance Post Production job?

A Freelance Post Production job involves editing, color correction, sound design, and other finishing touches on video or audio projects. Freelancers in this field work independently with clients, production companies, or agencies to enhance raw footage into a polished final product. They use industry software like Adobe Premiere Pro, DaVinci Resolve, or Pro Tools to achieve high-quality results. This role offers flexibility in choosing projects, clients, and work hours while requiring strong technical skills and creativity.

What are common challenges freelancers face in post production, and how can they overcome them?

Freelance post production professionals often encounter challenges such as managing inconsistent workloads, meeting tight deadlines, and effectively communicating with clients remotely. To overcome these hurdles, it is important to establish clear communication early, set realistic expectations, and stay organized with project management tools. Continually upgrading your skills and maintaining a strong portfolio can help attract consistent work. Building a reliable network of collaborators and proactively seeking feedback also supports professional growth and successful project outcomes.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Freelance Post Production position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Freelance Post Production professional, you need in-depth knowledge of video and audio editing, color correction, and post-production workflows, often supported by formal education or industry experience. Proficiency in software such as Adobe Premiere Pro, After Effects, DaVinci Resolve, and Avid Media Composer is typically required, while certifications can further demonstrate expertise. Strong time management, attention to detail, and effective communication are crucial soft skills due to client-driven deadlines and collaborative project requirements. Mastering these abilities ensures high-quality deliverables, client satisfaction, and a steady stream of freelance opportunities.

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Infographic showing various Freelance Post Production job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 5% Locum Tenens, 43% Full Time, 9% Part Time, 1% Temporary, 17% Contract, and 25% Nights. Highlights an 60% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 38% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $66,756 per year, or $32.1 per hour.
AI Artist (freelance to hire)

AI Artist (freelance to hire)

CoCreativ

New York, NY

$500 - $800/day

Full-time

Posted 21 days ago

Job description

About Industrial Color

Industrial Color is a leading creative production company helping global brands create world-class visual content. We combine traditional production expertise with cutting-edge AI image and video technologies to deliver commercially viable creative work at scale.

As AI continues to reshape the creative industry, we are expanding our team with experienced artists and filmmakers who can help define the future of commercial content creation while delivering work at the level expected by the world's leading brands across beauty and cosmetics, automotive, food and beverage, consumer electronics, retail, fashion, and other major industries. 

The Role

We're building a next-generation AI creative team and are looking for experienced artists, filmmakers, and visual storytellers who can create client-ready AI-generated imagery and video.

The ideal candidate has a background in commercial production, filmmaking, VFX, animation, motion design, editing, or post-production and understands how to apply those skills within modern AI workflows.

Responsibilities
  • Create high-quality AI-generated images and videos for commercial projects
  • Translate creative briefs into compelling visual concepts and finished deliverables
  • Develop strong visual storytelling through composition, cinematography, editing, pacing, and shot design
  • Generate, direct, and refine content using leading AI image and video tools
  • Enhance outputs through compositing, retouching, color grading, VFX, and finishing workflows
  • Collaborate with creative directors, producers, designers, and editors
  • Help develop new AI production workflows and creative best practices
  • Stay current with emerging AI tools and technologies

Requirements

  • 5+ years of experience in film, commercial production, VFX, animation, motion design, editing, or post-production
  • Strong portfolio demonstrating both traditional creative craft and AI-generated work
  • Experience with tools such as Veo, Kling, Seedance, Runway, Luma, Midjourney, Flux, and ComfyUI
  • Strong understanding of visual storytelling, cinematography, composition, editing, and color
  • Proficiency with tools such as After Effects, Nuke, Resolve, Premiere, Maya, Cinema 4D, Houdini, or similar
  • Ability to take projects from concept through final delivery
Who Should Apply

We're looking for artists who can deliver polished, production-ready AI content at a professional commercial standard. Whether your background is film, VFX, animation, post-production, or AI-native creation, what matters most is your ability to create exceptional work for brands, agencies, and creative teams.

Exceptional freelancers may be considered for full-time opportunities as our AI team continues to grow.

Benefits

The anticipated rate for this role is $500-$800 per day. Ranges are based on various factors including the labor market, job type, internal equity, and budget. Exact offers are calibrated by work location, individual candidate experience, and skills relative to the defined job requirements.

This is a hybrid role requiring flexibility to work in-office and remotely. Evening or weekend work may occasionally be required during major projects.

Industrial Color is a division of CoCreativ, a family of integrated creative production companies. Industrial Color partners with top brands, agencies, and creative professionals providing a full range of essential production services. For over 30 years, we've led the industry through a culture of innovation, bringing state-of-the-art digital production and post-production solutions to our clients.

Our headquarters is based in Tribeca, NY, with offices in Los Angeles and studios in Brooklyn and Los Angeles. Our clients include: L'Oreal, Publicis, Procter & Gamble, Tommy Hilfiger, Absolut Vodka, Nike, Estee Lauder, Amazon...

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