Assistant Editor - Disney Television Animation

Assistant Editor - Disney Television Animation
Job ID

10151465 |

Location

Glendale, California, United States |

Business

Disney Branded Television |

Date posted

Jun. 03, 2026

Job Summary
Disney Television Animation (DTVA) has over 40 years of legacy as a top producer of kids & family entertainment, integral to The Walt Disney Company. Our work brings Disney-branded characters and stories to families’ homes across the globe. DTVA creates both long‑form and short‑form content spanning traditional 2D, rig‑based 2D, CG (preschool), CG (premium), and stop‑motion. We produce shows in a broad range of styles and match talent with production needs in terms of skill and artistic style.

What you will do

Maintain Avid project and keep files organized.

Manage and process storyboards using Flix, including importing layout, animation, and lighting shots.

Import, log and prep dialogue recordings for editors: scratch dialogue, production recording sessions, and ADR.

Output movie files for various uses including turnovers for sound department, digital intermediate, and music departments.

Organize sound effects and music.

Assist editors with Avid builds in preparation for screenings and QC of outputs.

Publish to production, including managing EDLs and change notes.

Provide information to production that is timely and accurate.

Assist in retake sessions as required.

Upload needed screeners onto PIX.

Required Qualifications

Minimum 2 years experience in animation editorial.

High degree of proficiency in Avid Media Composer.

Excellent organization skills with great attention to detail.

Understanding of feature animation pipeline and workflows.

Ability to multi‑task and meet deadlines while working under tight schedules.

Strong teammate with good interpersonal skills.

Preferred Qualifications

After Effects, Photoshop, ProTools experience a plus.

Job Location

This is a fully on‑site role based in Glendale, CA.

Compensation
The pay rate for this role in California is $53.40 to $56.07 per hour, which follows the pay scale agreed upon in the Collective Bargaining Agreement. The base pay actually offered may vary depending on the candidate’s geographic region, job‑related knowledge, skills, and experience, among other factors. Select benefits may be provided as part of the compensation package, such as medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered.

Equal Opportunity Statement
Walt Disney Pictures is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, military or veteran status, medical condition, genetic information or disability, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state or local law. Disney champions a business environment where ideas and decisions from all people help us grow, innovate, create the best stories and be relevant in a constantly evolving world.

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