Assistant Editor - Disney Television Animation

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Glendale, CA, USA
In-Office
53-56 Hourly
Junior
Digital Media • Gaming • News + Entertainment • Sports
The Role
Support editorial pipeline from pre-production through post by maintaining Avid projects, processing storyboards in Flix, prepping and logging dialogue, outputting screening and turnover files, organizing sound and music, assisting editors with builds and retake sessions, and publishing deliverables to production (PIX, EDLs).
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Job Posting Title:

Assistant Editor - Disney Television Animation

Req ID:

10151465

Job Description:

About this Role and our Studio 

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. 

By submitting an application for this Assistant Editor role, you may be considered for any Assistant Editor positions that arise until the expiration date provided.  

Applications submitted to this job posting will remain valid until December 31, 2026. 

What you will do 

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. Responsibilities include: ​

  • Maintaining Avid project and keep files organized. 

  • Managing and processing storyboards using Flix. Also importing layout, animation, and lighting shots. 

  • Importing, logging and prepping dialogue recordings for editors: scratch dialogue, production recording sessions and ADR. 

  • Outputting movie files for various uses including turnovers for sound department, digital intermediate, and music departments. 

  • Organizing sound effects and music. 

  • Assisting the editors with Avid builds in preparation for screenings and QC of outputs. 

  • Publishing to production, including managing EDLs and change notes. 

  • Providing information to production that is timely and accurate. 

  • Assisting in Retake Sessions as required.  

  • Uploading needed screeners onto PIX  

Required Qualifications and Skills 

  • Minimum 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. 

Preferred Qualifications

  • After Effects, Photoshop, ProTools experience a plus. 

Job Location 

  • This is a fully on-site role based in Glendale, CA 

The pay rate for this role in California is $53.40 to $56.07 per hour, which follows the pay scale agreed upon in the Collective Bargaining Agreement. The base pay actually offered may vary depending on the candidate’s geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience, among other factors. 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.

Job Posting Segment:

Disney Branded Television

Job Posting Primary Business:

TVA Production Management

Primary Job Posting Category:

Production

Employment Type:

Full time

Primary City, State, Region, Postal Code:

Glendale, CA, USA

Alternate City, State, Region, Postal Code:

Date Posted:

2026-05-19

Skills Required

  • Minimum 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 skills.
  • After Effects, Photoshop, ProTools experience.

The Walt Disney Company Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about The Walt Disney Company and has not been reviewed or approved by The Walt Disney Company.

  • Pay Growth & Progression Recent union agreements raised wage floors for large groups of park cast members—e.g., Disneyland’s $24/hour minimum rising to $26 over the contract and Walt Disney World’s path from $18 toward about $20–$20.50 by 2026—signaling upward movement in hourly pay. These steps are described as meaningful improvements for many frontline roles.
  • Healthcare Strength Company materials outline medical, dental, and vision coverage for many full‑time roles, wellness resources, and (in Central Florida) access to Centers for Living Well clinics and pharmacy. References to mental‑health support and paid time off reinforce a strong core health offering.
  • Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits Complimentary theme‑park admission and discounts on hotels, dining, merchandise, and recreation are positioned as signature perks. Education support through Disney Aspire adds notable lifestyle value for eligible hourly employees.

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HQ: Burbank, CA
219,548 Employees
Year Founded: 1923

What We Do

The Walt Disney Company is a leading diversified international family entertainment and media enterprise that operates through segments including entertainment, sports, and experiences.

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