Editor (Disney Television Animation)

The Walt Disney Company • Glendale, CA

2d • $66 - $73 • Onsite

About The Position

Disney Television Animation (DTVA) has over 40 years of legacy as a top producer of kids & family entertainment. Our work is integral to The Walt Disney Company, bringing Disney-branded characters and stories to families’ homes across the globe. DTVA creates both long-form and short-form content spanning traditional 2D, rig-based 2D, CG (preschool), CG (premium), and stop-motion. We create shows in a broad range of unique and innovative styles, and we aim to match the right talent with the right production in terms of skill and artistic style. Please see the job description below to better understand how we match skills to certain show types. By submitting an application for this Editor role, you may be considered for any Editor positions that arise until the expiration date provided. This "expression of interest" job posting will expire on June 30, 2026. The Editor is responsible for shaping the storytelling and tone of the series through final picture. The Editor works closely with series Creative Leadership and Directors to shape the episodes and bring life to the story. This work is completed through assembling digital files, dialogue, and sound into a cinematic experience that defines the visual rhythm, pacing, and emotional tone of each episode. Working closely with series Creative Leadership and Directors to shape the episodes and bring life to the story.

Requirements

• Minimum 3 years of experience as an Editor
• Ability to multi-task and juggle multiple episodes at the same time.
• Strong understanding of story structure, comedic timing, and cinematic language.
• Familiarity with sound design and music editing for storytelling enhancement.
• Ability to manage and conform sequences in Avid Media Composer.
• Maintain editorial integrity throughout the production from animatic build to final output.
• Familiarity with importing, exporting, and managing materials for editorial
• Expert proficiency in Avid Media Composer.
• Understanding of Animation pre-production, production and post-production processes
• Positive attitude with the ability to be flexible.
• Self-motivated team player who can thrive in team environments.
• Excellent organizational, verbal, written, e-social skills and acumen
• Bachelor degree or equivalent work experience

Responsibilities

• Building and refining animatics from storyboards, shaping timing, flow, and shot continuity.
• Making decisions regarding pacing, acting, dialogue, music and sound effects that determine the quality and delivery of the animated project
• Collaborating with show and studio leadership to explore variations, adjustments, and enhancements for storytelling clarity.
• Overseeing correct presentation of editorial-related materials for production screenings and exports to third parties
• Attending and participating in notes sessions with creative and management groups and addressing any notes or changes resulting from meetings and screenings.
• Partnering with Production, Editorial team, and Post team to coordinate file updates, audio sync, and version control.
• Working closely with Production to track deliverables and meet deadlines.
• Organizing and maintaining editorial databases and file structures, ensuring clarity.
• Receiving shot deliveries from Animation Studio Partner, organizing them, and cutting them in for reviews.
• Assembling and refining final picture edits, solidifying the creative tone and planning sound design, score integration, and final mix.
• Liaising with the Studio Post team for technical specs and delivery requirements.
• Supervising the Assistant Editor to ensure they are handling all needed duties and deliveries in a timely manner
• Archiving projects and files

Benefits

• Select benefits may be provided as part of the compensation package, such as medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered.
• To learn more about our benefits visit: https://jobs.disneycareers.com/benefits.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level