Job Title: Offline Editor
Level: Junior–Mid
Location: Woonona - Wollongong
Employment Type: Fulltime
Role Overview
We are looking for an Offline Editor to assemble and shape projects from initial rushes through to picture lock. You'll be responsible for managing media, building a strong narrative, and preparing projects for online, grade and final delivery.
Key Responsibilities
* Offline editing
o Assemble edits from rushes according to brief and script
o Create and refine sequences, selects, and versions for internal and client review
o Add temp music, sound effects and basic sound balancing for previews
* Basic colour work
o Perform basic colour grading and balancing for offline edits
o Ensure picture consistency across shots and sequences
* Audio & delivery
o Prepare video and audio deliveries in stereo and 5.1 (where required)
o Organise and export audio‑visual materials for sound mix and online
o Ensure export settings, frame rates, codecs and aspect ratios match delivery specs
* Cinema & DCP
o Export DCPs for cinema screenings according to given specs
o Perform basic QC on DCPs (checking sync, levels, picture, and subtitles where applicable)
* Media & project management
o File / media management: organise project files, media, and timelines clearly and consistently
o Maintain clean project structures for handover to online, grade and sound
o Archive and back up projects following studio workflow
* Graphics and text
o Title card placement and basic text layouts
o Add and adjust subtitles and captions as required
o Work with templates and brand guidelines to maintain consistent look
* Collaboration
o Work closely with producers, directors and post supervisors to implement feedback
o Version control and clearly label WIPs and deliverables
o Communicate any technical or scheduling issues early
Skills & Experience
Essential:
* Solid experience editing in at least one NLE (Premiere Pro, Avid, or DaVinci Resolve)
* Understanding of:
o Basic colour correction / grading
o Audio levels, exports and file formats
o Frame rates, resolutions and aspect ratios
* Experience with:
o Stereo and 5.1 exports (or willingness to learn quickly)
o Creating/exporting DCPs (or demonstrable technical aptitude to learn)
* Strong organisational skills for file and project management
* Good eye for pacing, performance, and visual continuity
* Ability to work to deadlines and take direction and feedback
Nice to have:
* Experience working with subtitling software or workflows
* Basic graphic design or motion graphics skills (e.g. simple lower thirds, title cards)
* Previous experience in a post‑production / production environment
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