Assistant Editor

Posted 10 Days Ago
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New York, NY, USA
In-Office
375K-425K Hourly
Entry level
Digital Media • News + Entertainment • Professional Services • Retail
The Role
Temporary Assistant Editor responsible for syncing and organizing Premiere Pro files, creating dailies and string-outs, licensing stock assets, coordinating file handoffs, producing social media cutdowns, pulling stills, and generating AI assets. The role requires documentary or narrative editing experience, strong Adobe Creative Suite skills, familiarity with AI video tools, excellent organization, and the ability to meet deadlines onsite in Manhattan.
Summary Generated by Built In

AbelCine, a premier provider of equipment and technology solutions for the broadcast, production, and new media industries, is seeking a temporary Assistant Editor to support a short-term project with one of our key clients. This opportunity is well-suited for an experienced Assistant Editor who brings strong technical expertise, attention to detail, and a collaborative approach to production workflows.

Key Responsibilities
  • Sync and organize files in Premiere Pro
  • Create dailies and string-outs for next-day review
  • Source and license stock assets, replacing preview files as needed
  • Manage file handoffs with colorist, sound mixer, and compositor
  • Version cutdowns for social platforms (9x16, 4x5, 1x1), especially toward the end of the engagement
  • Pull stills for creative and production needs
  • Generate AI assets to support the edit workflow
Requirements for a successful candidate:
  • Proven Assistant Editor experience on documentary or narrative projects
  • Proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite, especially Premiere Pro (After Effects a plus)
  • Familiarity with AI tools such as Google VEO or Runway
  • Experience with comedic content is highly desirable
  • Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Physical Effort:
  • Prolonged periods of sitting at a computer
  • Dexterity for using design tools and equipment
  • Ability to distinguish colors, fonts, and images
  • Ability to concentrate on detailed tasks
  • Occasional lifting of light equipment (e.g., printers, monitors)
  • Standing or walking for short periods, such as during meetings or presentations
Engagement Details:
  • Engagement: Temporary, Full-Time Employment
  • Project Dates: November 2026 - December 2026
  • Location: Onsite - Midtown Manhattan
  • Classification: Exempt
  • Schedule: Monday through Friday, 11 AM - 7 PM
  • Location: New York, NY
  • Compensation Range: $375 – $425 per day

At AbelCine, we believe in fostering a diverse, inclusive, and collaborative work environment. We are committed to equal-opportunity hiring and value a team that brings a range of perspectives, skills, and experiences to our company.

 

Skills Required

  • Proven Assistant Editor experience on documentary or narrative projects
  • Proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite, especially Premiere Pro
  • Familiarity with AI tools such as Google VEO or Runway
  • Experience with comedic content
  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
  • Ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
  • Ability to work onsite in Midtown Manhattan
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The Company
125 Employees

What We Do

AbelCine is a cinematic integrator with over three decades of experience in the cinema and broadcast spaces. They provide technology and services to visual media creators across film, live broadcast, corporate, music, sports, and worship. Their core focus areas include equipment supply, system integration, and production services, offering sales, rental, and specialized technical support to achieve creative visions.

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