Experienced Post-Production Assistant Editor – Premiere Pro ($35/hr) Hollywood
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Freelance Assistant Editor – Premiere Pro | $35/hr Location: Los Angeles, CA (Hollywood / San Fernando Valley / Greater LA) Work: Primarily remote (Must be located in the greater LA area in order for pick up and drop of drive) Compensation: $35/hour (Up to 48 hours) Start: November 23, 2026 PROJECT SCOPE We're looking for an experienced Assistant Editor to organize and prepare a long-form video production for post-production. The project contains 100+ hours of previously recorded footage. Approximately 50% has already been organized and labeled, while the remaining 50% still needs to be reviewed and organized. You'll be responsible for organizing the remaining footage and reviewing the previously organized material to ensure everything follows the same folder structure, naming conventions, and labeling standards. The goal is to create one consistent, searchable content library that makes it easy for the producer and lead editor to locate interviews, B-roll, audio, and specific moments throughout the project. RESPONSIBILITIES -Organize and label interviews, B-roll, audio, and other assets. -Review relevant footage and identify usable clips. -Audit and restructure existing project files. -Sync separately recorded audio where needed. -Create selects, string-outs, and rough assemblies. -Establish organized Premiere Pro bins, folders, and naming conventions. -Maintain project backups and prepare a clean handoff for the lead editor. AI-ASSISTED WORKFLOWS We encourage the use of approved AI tools to streamline footage review, transcription, searching, and media organization. Bring your own workflow knowledge and recommend tools that improve efficiency. External AI or cloud processing of footage requires prior approval. WHO WE'RE LOOKING FOR -Experienced Assistant Editor with long-form or documentary production experience. -Strong working knowledge of Adobe Premiere Pro CC 2026. -Comfortable managing large volumes of footage and complex project files. -Experienced with audio syncing, selects, string-outs, and media management. -Organized, proactive, independent, and detail-oriented. -A good communicator who enjoys working collaboratively. CREATIVE OPPORTUNITY There will be an opportunity to develop your own creative rough cut and showcase approved work in your professional reel, subject to project permissions and written approval. LOCATION & CONFIDENTIALITY This is primarily remote, but you must be based in Greater Los Angeles and available for in-person drive hand off and return. The project requires secure handling of production materials and verified backups. An NDA will be required before footage access. No unauthorized sharing or uploading of project materials. COMPENSATION & TIMELINE $35/hour | Up to 48 hours Start: November 23 Target drive return: December 4. No work expected November 25–27. Weekends off. December 5 available as a contingency by mutual agreement. Six working days are anticipated, with an additional scheduling buffer. Additional hours require prior approval. HOW TO APPLY Please include: 1. A brief introduction and relevant experience 2. Your availability for November 23. 3. Confirmation that you're Los Angeles-based and available for drive pickup and return. We're looking for someone who can take ownership of the post-production organization process and deliver a clean, searchable project that sets our lead editor up for success.
Nov 14, 2026 $35.00Location: Los Angeles, CA
