Post Producer / Editor Job at JOHN MCNEIL STUDIO in Berkeley

About Us

John McNeil Studio is a creative marketing company made up of strategists, writers, designers, filmmakers, technologists, and photographers who help brands reinvent themselves through digital transformation. We create work that blends craft and utility-making things that help brands thrive.

The Role

We're looking for a hybrid Post Producer / Editor who can straddle both sides of the post-production world: managing complex pipelines and jumping on the tools when needed. This is a mid-level role-perfect for someone who understands the full post process and enjoys editing a variety of formats, from social cutdowns and reels to internal videos and podcasts.

You'll coordinate across live action, motion, 2D/3D, and VFX projects, making sure workflows are efficient, tools are compatible, and handoffs between artists are seamless. At the same time, you'll be a hands-on partner to our creative team, editing social content, case studies, sizzles, and other projects that keep the studio running.

What you'll do

Post Production

• Oversee the post pipeline across live action, animation, 2D/3D, and VFX projects-ensuring workflows, tools, and handoffs are set up for success.
• Partner with directors and PMs during pre-pro to flag post needs early, shaping shoots and planning for smooth delivery.
• Manage project budgets end-to-end alongside our producer: build estimates, track costs, process invoices, and maintain accurate budget reports.
• Create and manage timelines that keep teams aligned and deliveries on track.
• Build and manage project timelines that keep teams aligned and deliveries on track.
• Resource projects effectively, sourcing internal and external talent as needed.
• Coordinate feedback and approvals, communicating clearly between creative leads and artists.
• Ensure high standards of quality control and delivery across all formats.

Editorial

• Edit a range of content: social assets, cutdowns, resizes, reels, case studies, podcasts, and internal projects.
• Support senior editors with prep, cutdowns, and finishing, while being self-sufficient on standalone edits.
• Collaborate with creative and motion teams to bring editorial needs to life with the right graphic or motion assets.
• Handle finishing, QC, and delivery of video assets.
• Maintain organized project files and oversee archiving/unarchiving processes.

What you'll bring

• 2+ years in post-production and editorial at a studio, agency, or production company.
• Solid understanding of post-production pipelines, workflows, and software (Familiarity with After Effects, Cinema 4D, Nuke, Blender, etc.).
• Strong organizational and communication skills-you keep teams aligned and projects on track.
• Ability to juggle multiple projects, handle tight deadlines, and problem-solve.
• Hands-on editorial skills-enough to deliver polished, professional content across a variety of mid-level formats.
• A collaborative, solution-oriented approach and a sharp eye for detail.
• Collaborative spirit to bring post-production workflow knowledge across departments to build a stronger, more integrated creative process.

Bonus points if you

• Have working knowledge of 2D animation in After Effects and can enhance edits with light motion when needed.
• Bring a network of freelance editors or motion artists you've collaborated with and trust.
• Can take projects through finishing touches in sound and color, ensuring editorial work feels polished and complete.

This is a full-time position with a generous benefits package including healthcare benefits, FSA, PTO and 401k+ match. Location is onsite full time at our Studio in Berkeley, California.