Company 3 hiring Finishing Editor, Atlanta
Festybay, Atlanta, GA, United States
Company 3, a global leader in post-production and visual effects, is seeking a high-caliber Finishing Editor to join our premier Atlanta facility. Company 3 is the industry’s most trusted partner for high-end episodic series, feature films, and commercial content, providing a full spectrum of creative services from look development to final delivery.
This role is designed for a technical expert with a refined artistic eye—someone who can bridge the gap between creative editorial and the final color-graded master. As a Finishing Editor, you are the final guardian of the project’s integrity, ensuring that every frame, VFX shot, and credit is perfectly aligned before the world sees it.
Job Overview: Finishing Editor
Category Details
Company Name Company 3
Position Title Finishing Editor (Conform)
Employment Type Full-Time
Location Atlanta, GA (On-Site)
Hourly Pay Range $36.00 – $46.00 USD per hour
Primary Platform DaVinci Resolve
Reporting Line Head of Production / Producers
Diversity and Inclusion: Creativity has diversity at its core. We celebrate the value of each unique experience and are dedicated to fostering an inclusive culture where every employee feels empowered and safe to show up to work as their full self. We are an equal opportunity employer and provide support and accommodations throughout the application process for all candidates.
I. Technical Conform & Mastering
Conform Mastery: Utilize client-provided metadata and reference media to assemble high-resolution timelines in DaVinci Resolve . You will ensure that the final edit is frame-accurate to the creative editor’s offline cut.
VFX Management: Handle the “drop-in” of VFX shots as they arrive from various vendors. You will track versions, coordinate turnovers, and ensure that every visual effect is integrated seamlessly.
Mastering & Rendering: Manage the final rendering of multiple versions for broadcast, streaming, or theatrical distribution. This includes creating archives and ensuring that all final deliverables meet strict technical specifications.
Color Support: Provide direct editorial support to the Finishing Colorist by preparing timelines, performing color tracing, and maintaining project integrity throughout the grading process.
II. Client Relations & Quality Control (QC)
Supervised Sessions: Participate in and lead client-attended sessions, including QC reviews and VFX check-offs. You will provide professional, solutions-oriented support to directors, producers, and cinematographers.
Confidence Checks: Generate “confidence check” QuickTimes for client review, ensuring accuracy and consistency even with limited input from the original creative team.
QC Fixes: Implement technical fixes identified during Quality Control, such as dead pixel removal, logo replacements, or frame repairs.
III. Creative Support & Utility
Basic Compositing: Utilize tools like Adobe After Effects or Blackmagic Fusion for basic retouching, clean-up, titling, and motion graphics.
Workflow Optimization: Regularly provide recommendations to improve facility workflow efficiency and pipeline processes.
Communication: Clearly communicate project status to producers, identifying potential risks, “blockers,” or technical hurdles before they impact the schedule.
Candidate Profile: What You Bring
We are looking for a veteran of the post-production pipeline—someone who understands the “why” behind color science and the “how” of complex media management.
Experience & Core Proficiencies
Background: Prior experience in post-production as a Finishing or Conform Editor, with a deep understanding of dailies workflows and high-end finishing pipelines.
Primary Toolset: Advanced proficiency in DaVinci Resolve is mandatory. You should also be comfortable navigating Avid Media Composer and Adobe Premiere Pro .
Technical Expertise: Thorough knowledge of codecs, file formats, HDR workflows, and color science. You should be an expert at troubleshooting media and system-level issues.
Eye for Detail: A foundational understanding of color correction and an exceptional eye for image quality, continuity, and technical glitches.
Soft Skills & Interpersonal Dynamics
Client Savvy: Strong communication skills with experience working directly with high-profile clients in person, via phone, and through email.
Composure: The ability to remain calm and adaptable under tight deadlines while managing multiple concurrent projects.
Adaptability: Familiarity with multiple operating systems, including MacOS, Linux, and Windows .
Leadership (Nice to Have): Experience mentoring junior team members or guiding complex client sessions.
Preferred Software Knowledge
Familiarity with review platforms: Frame.io, PIX, Vimeo, and Flow Capture .
Basic skills in: Adobe After Effects , Fusion , Final Cut Pro , or Autodesk Flame .
Experience with titling and credit design.
Compensation, Benefits, and Rewards
Company 3 provides a comprehensive package designed to support the physical, emotional, and financial well-being of our team members.
Hourly Rate: The standard range for this role in Atlanta is $36.00 – $46.00 USD per hour . Final pay is determined by factors including experience, seniority, and specific skill sets.
Health & Insurance: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance for eligible full-time employees.
Retirement & Financial: 401(k) retirement plans and other insurance benefits.
Paid Time Off: Paid holidays, vacation, and sick time are standard for eligible roles.
Career Growth: As part of a global family of brands, Company 3 offers unparalleled opportunities for advancement within the world of high-end film and television.
This is an on-site position at our Atlanta, GA facility. Due to the nature of finishing for major studios, this role requires a presence in the studio to facilitate secure media handling and client-attended reviews.
If you are a detail-oriented professional with a passion for the technical artistry of film finishing, we invite you to apply. Please submit your resume and a portfolio or reel link showcasing your conform and finishing work through the Company 3 Career Page.
Company 3 hiring Finishing Editor, Atlanta
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This role is designed for a technical expert with a refined artistic eye—someone who can bridge the gap between creative editorial and the final color-graded master. As a Finishing Editor, you are the final guardian of the project’s integrity, ensuring that every frame, VFX shot, and credit is perfectly aligned before the world sees it.
Job Overview: Finishing Editor
Category Details
Company Name Company 3
Position Title Finishing Editor (Conform)
Employment Type Full-Time
Location Atlanta, GA (On-Site)
Hourly Pay Range $36.00 – $46.00 USD per hour
Primary Platform DaVinci Resolve
Reporting Line Head of Production / Producers
Diversity and Inclusion: Creativity has diversity at its core. We celebrate the value of each unique experience and are dedicated to fostering an inclusive culture where every employee feels empowered and safe to show up to work as their full self. We are an equal opportunity employer and provide support and accommodations throughout the application process for all candidates.
I. Technical Conform & Mastering
Conform Mastery: Utilize client-provided metadata and reference media to assemble high-resolution timelines in DaVinci Resolve . You will ensure that the final edit is frame-accurate to the creative editor’s offline cut.
VFX Management: Handle the “drop-in” of VFX shots as they arrive from various vendors. You will track versions, coordinate turnovers, and ensure that every visual effect is integrated seamlessly.
Mastering & Rendering: Manage the final rendering of multiple versions for broadcast, streaming, or theatrical distribution. This includes creating archives and ensuring that all final deliverables meet strict technical specifications.
Color Support: Provide direct editorial support to the Finishing Colorist by preparing timelines, performing color tracing, and maintaining project integrity throughout the grading process.
II. Client Relations & Quality Control (QC)
Supervised Sessions: Participate in and lead client-attended sessions, including QC reviews and VFX check-offs. You will provide professional, solutions-oriented support to directors, producers, and cinematographers.
Confidence Checks: Generate “confidence check” QuickTimes for client review, ensuring accuracy and consistency even with limited input from the original creative team.
QC Fixes: Implement technical fixes identified during Quality Control, such as dead pixel removal, logo replacements, or frame repairs.
III. Creative Support & Utility
Basic Compositing: Utilize tools like Adobe After Effects or Blackmagic Fusion for basic retouching, clean-up, titling, and motion graphics.
Workflow Optimization: Regularly provide recommendations to improve facility workflow efficiency and pipeline processes.
Communication: Clearly communicate project status to producers, identifying potential risks, “blockers,” or technical hurdles before they impact the schedule.
Candidate Profile: What You Bring
We are looking for a veteran of the post-production pipeline—someone who understands the “why” behind color science and the “how” of complex media management.
Experience & Core Proficiencies
Background: Prior experience in post-production as a Finishing or Conform Editor, with a deep understanding of dailies workflows and high-end finishing pipelines.
Primary Toolset: Advanced proficiency in DaVinci Resolve is mandatory. You should also be comfortable navigating Avid Media Composer and Adobe Premiere Pro .
Technical Expertise: Thorough knowledge of codecs, file formats, HDR workflows, and color science. You should be an expert at troubleshooting media and system-level issues.
Eye for Detail: A foundational understanding of color correction and an exceptional eye for image quality, continuity, and technical glitches.
Soft Skills & Interpersonal Dynamics
Client Savvy: Strong communication skills with experience working directly with high-profile clients in person, via phone, and through email.
Composure: The ability to remain calm and adaptable under tight deadlines while managing multiple concurrent projects.
Adaptability: Familiarity with multiple operating systems, including MacOS, Linux, and Windows .
Leadership (Nice to Have): Experience mentoring junior team members or guiding complex client sessions.
Preferred Software Knowledge
Familiarity with review platforms: Frame.io, PIX, Vimeo, and Flow Capture .
Basic skills in: Adobe After Effects , Fusion , Final Cut Pro , or Autodesk Flame .
Experience with titling and credit design.
Compensation, Benefits, and Rewards
Company 3 provides a comprehensive package designed to support the physical, emotional, and financial well-being of our team members.
Hourly Rate: The standard range for this role in Atlanta is $36.00 – $46.00 USD per hour . Final pay is determined by factors including experience, seniority, and specific skill sets.
Health & Insurance: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance for eligible full-time employees.
Retirement & Financial: 401(k) retirement plans and other insurance benefits.
Paid Time Off: Paid holidays, vacation, and sick time are standard for eligible roles.
Career Growth: As part of a global family of brands, Company 3 offers unparalleled opportunities for advancement within the world of high-end film and television.
This is an on-site position at our Atlanta, GA facility. Due to the nature of finishing for major studios, this role requires a presence in the studio to facilitate secure media handling and client-attended reviews.
If you are a detail-oriented professional with a passion for the technical artistry of film finishing, we invite you to apply. Please submit your resume and a portfolio or reel link showcasing your conform and finishing work through the Company 3 Career Page.
Company 3 hiring Finishing Editor, Atlanta
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