Join the Team: Post-Production Call
Video Editor (Picture & Finishing)
Project Type: Narrative Short Film (Independent)
Role Type: Contract / Freelance
Compensation: Flat Project Fee (Negotiated based on experience, scope, and technical capabilities)
(Note: Applicants with professional editing, color grading, and/or DCP authoring capabilities may indicate this to combine roles).
Project Overview
We have officially wrapped the production of our independent narrative short film and are seeking a collaborative, story-focused Video Editor to bring the project from rough assembly to final delivery. A preliminary rough cut will be provided. The Editor will work closely with the Director to hone dramatic pacing, narrative tension, and emotional rhythm, guiding the edit through to final picture lock, graphics integration, and master exports.
Key Responsibilities
Creative Editorial: Review the provided rough cut and work collaboratively with the Director across multiple revision passes to achieve Final Picture Lock.
Online Editing & Conform: Complete high-resolution conform, clip-level alignment, stabilization, optical re-timing, and basic cleanup.
On-Screen Graphics: Create and position all title cards, opening/closing credits, supers/lower thirds, and format compliant Closed Captions (CC/SRT).
Version Variations: Deliver two distinct edits: a tight, timed-to-spec Festival Submission Cut and an expanded Director’s Cut.
Promotional Assets: Cut and finish high-impact marketing materials, including social media teasers (vertical/square) and a polished theatrical trailer.
Knowledge of VFX is an asset.
Turnover Preparation: Prepare turnover packages (XML, EDL, AAF, and timecode reference videos) for sound and color departments.
Digital Mastering:
Export high-resolution video masters matching festival technical specifications.
Oversee or execute DCP Authoring for theatrical screening delivery.
Qualifications & Requirements
Minimum 2+ years of experience in lead narrative editing, managing projects from assembly to final picture lock.
Demonstrated narrative editing reel showcasing short film, feature, or dramatic work.
Proficiency in NLE software (Adobe Premiere Pro, DaVinci Resolve Studio, or Avid Media Composer).
Strong technical understanding of camera codecs, frame rates, aspect ratios, and post turnover pipelines.
Disciplined approach to version tracking, deadline adherence, and collaborative feedback.
Job 2: Film Colorist
Position Title: Film Colorist
Project Type: Narrative Short Film (Independent)
Role Type: Contract / Freelance
Work Arrangement: Remote
Compensation: Flat Project Fee (Negotiated based on experience and turnaround)
Project Timeline: Commences upon Picture Lock ([Insert Estimated Date])
Project Overview
We are seeking a talented, detail-oriented Colorist to design the visual mood and aesthetic palette of our short film. Working from a locked picture cut, you will collaborate with the Director and Director of Photography to establish a consistent, cinematic look that enhances the story's emotional beats while ensuring technical broadcast/theatrical compliance.
Key Responsibilities
Minimum 1+ years of experience.
Conform & Preparation: Ingest XML/EDL conforms and relink high-resolution camera raw media, validating framing and transitions against the offline reference.
Look Development: Collaborate directly with the Director/DP to establish primary show LUTs and creative grades that complement the narrative tone.
Shot-to-Shot Matching: Balance exposure, contrast, temperature, and skin tone fidelity across varying lighting setups and camera angles.
Color Space Management: Ensure strict adherence to color management standards (Rec.709, DCI-P3, and web-ready profiles).
Final Deliverables:
Render high-resolution graded master passes (ProRes 4444 / 422 HQ).
Provide master exports tailored for digital release, festival archives, and theatrical packaging (DCP authoring support a strong plus).
Qualifications & Requirements
Prior credits as a Colorist on narrative films, high-end shorts, or cinematic commercials (color reel required).
Mastery of DaVinci Resolve Studio (or Baselight).
Calibrated grading suite/display capable of accurate Rec.709 color monitoring.
Deep knowledge of camera sensor color science, raw decoding, and color management systems (ACES / DaVinci YRGB Color Managed).
Job 3: Sound Editor & Sound Designer (Audio Post Lead)
Position Title: Sound Editor & Sound Designer (Re-Recording Mixer)
Project Type: Narrative Short Film (Independent)
Role Type: Contract / Freelance
Work Arrangement: Remote
Compensation: Flat Project Fee (Negotiated based on experience and setup)
Project Timeline: Commences upon Picture Lock ([Insert Estimated Date])
Project Overview
We are seeking an imaginative and technically skilled Sound Editor / Sound Designer to handle the complete sound finishing for our upcoming short film. The ideal candidate will build a rich, immersive sonic world that deepens tension, clarifies character interactions, and delivers a polished, theatrical-grade final mix.
Key Responsibilities
Minimum 2+ years of experience.
Dialogue Editing & Cleanup: Clean and restore location audio, eliminate background noise and room discontinuities, balance track dynamics, and ensure vocal clarity.
Sound Design & Ambience: Build nuanced atmospheric textures, room tones, spot effects, and stylized sound elements to support dramatic story arcs.
Foley & Movement: Record, source, or edit realistic Foley coverage (footsteps, clothing rustle, prop handling) to anchor physical movement on screen. (Please specify if you operate out of your own Foley recording facility or leverage proprietary libraries).
Sound Mixing & Mastering:
Perform a balanced Re-Recording Mix (Stereo mix required; 5.1 surround sound capability is a strong asset).
Adhere to international festival loudness standards (e.g., -24 LUFS / LKFS, with True Peak management).
Stem Delivery: Deliver an organized turnover package including Print Master, M&E (Music & Effects), and isolated stems (DX, FX, MX, FOLEY) in 24-bit / 48kHz WAV format.
Qualifications & Requirements
Proven track record as a Sound Designer, Supervising Sound Editor, or Re-Recording Mixer on narrative short films or features (sound reel/credits required).
Access to an industry-standard DAW environment (Pro Tools Ultimate, Nuendo, Reaper, or DaVinci Resolve Fairlight) with a calibrated monitoring setup.
Access to extensive, high-quality SFX/Foley libraries or personal Foley recording equipment.
Strong narrative instincts and collaborative communication skills throughout revision passes.
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