Assistant Editor

About us: 

Glitch Productions is an independent animation studio based in Australia making original, long form animated shows distributed on Youtube. Our channel has over 22 million subscribers, tens of millions of views per episode and is still growing strong. Our studio is filled with incredibly talented and passionate artists that are determined to change the way animation is produced and treated in the industry. Our biggest IP; Digital Circus, has amassed over 350 million views on the pilot alone and we have a lot more still to come.

Role information:

The Assistant Editor is responsible for providing technical and organizational support to the editorial team throughout all stages of production, from pre-production through post-production. The role involves maintaining an efficient editorial pipeline, supporting the editors, and ensuring all materials are accurately organized and managed. Key responsibilities include:
 

Your duties will include:

• Maintaining Premiere project and keeping files organized.
• Managing and processing storyboards using Storyboard Pro. Also importing layout, animation, and comp shots.
• Importing, logging and prepping dialogue recordings for editors: scratch dialogue, production recording sessions and ADR.
• Outputting files for various uses including turnovers for sound department, and music departments.
• Organizing sound effects and music and walla libraries.
• Assisting the editors in preparation for screenings and QC of outputs.
• Publishing to production, including managing XML's and timing changes
• Providing information to production that is timely and accurate.

A successful candidate will have:

• Minimum 12 months experience in animation/film or television editorial.
• High degree of proficiency in Adobe Premiere Pro
• Excellent organization skills with great attention to detail.
• Understanding of  animation pipeline and workflows.
• Ability to multi-task and meet deadlines while working under tight schedules.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Passion for animation
• Storyboard Pro, After Effects, Photoshop, Unreal engine experience a plus

What we offer:

• A competitive starting salary with reviews every 6 months.
• A flexible work arrangement and schedule, with options for work from home and flexi-hours.
• A casual and fun office environment where individual input is valued.
• Regular work functions and free entry to conventions and events.
• Close to public transport in the heart of Parramatta CBD.
• Paid for gym memberships.
• Regular company breakfasts/lunches.
• A diverse team that values independent input and career development.
• Access to an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for confidential mental health and wellbeing support

Our values

Glitch Productions has an art-first mindset. Regardless of which team we’re in, every single team member’s core mission is to create the best art possible, and delight our audience that has given us so much. We achieve this mission through our values:

Passion: First and foremost, every team member has a passion for the work we do and why we do it. It’s what allows us to contribute our creative energy, pitch new concepts, and give everything we make a personal touch that resonates with our fans.

Innovation: From cobbling together sets in a living room, to inventing new pipelines using breakthrough technology, we have always had a focus on innovation and new ideas. We always try to push the boundaries of our industry and keep things fresh and exciting for both the team and our audience.

Teamwork: Animation takes a big team of incredibly talented people and everyone is always ready to pitch in and lend a hand. We believe that our diversity and range of skills are what allows us to create works none of us could do on our own.

Integrity: Our integrity is the heart of our core mission. It’s what allows us to do right for our projects and for each other. 

At Glitch Productions, we’re passionate about fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace that reflects our values as a creative studio.
We hire based on skills, passion and potential, and celebrate the diverse perspectives that make our team stronger. We welcome people of all races, genders, sexual orientations, gender identities, ages, educational backgrounds, abilities, and experiences.

Simply put, if you’re a good person and share our passion for animation, we want to hear from you!