Job Title: Editor

Location: Los Angeles, CA (Preferred)

Department: Terry Hines & Associates

Reports to: Creative Director

Salary Range: $150,000 - $200,000

About THA
Terry Hines & Associates is a 40-year-old brand and entertainment marketing agency built on a simple belief — there’s always a better, bolder way to reach audiences. For decades, we’ve set ourselves apart by thinking differently, pushing creative boundaries, and helping brands and entertainment partners craft stories that truly resonate. Our team continues that legacy today with a forward-looking approach that blends strategy, creativity, and innovation in everything we do.

Role Summary
The Editor is responsible for turning raw footage into captivating visual narratives. This role combines technical expertise with creative instinct, shaping story, tone, and rhythm across a wide range of content types—from social assets to long-form brand or entertainment work. The ideal candidate brings both speed and storytelling depth, collaborating with creative stakeholders to elevate each piece.

Core Responsibilities

Editorial Craft & Execution

Edit commercials, branded content, social media assets, trailers, and long-form pieces.
Shape narrative flow, pacing, and emotion to enhance story impact.
Integrate sound, music, and visual elements to deliver polished edits.
Collaborate with motion graphics, VFX, and post teams for seamless integration.

Creative Development

Work closely with directors, creatives, and producers to interpret scripts and concepts.
Contribute editorial POVs during ideation and pre-production.
Adapt efficiently to feedback while maintaining creative integrity.

Technical Operations

Organize media, timelines, and deliverables using best practices.
Ensure output quality across formats and platforms.
Stay updated on editing tools, plugins, and workflow enhancements.
Troubleshoot post issues and streamline handoffs between departments.

Speed & Quality

Deliver under tight timelines without sacrificing attention to detail.
Maintain clear file management and version tracking.
Conduct thorough QC checks before final export and delivery.

Qualifications

5+ years of experience editing at an agency, studio, or post-production house.
Mastery of Adobe Premiere Pro; experience with After Effects and DaVinci Resolve.
Strong sense of story structure, pacing, and editorial rhythm.
Familiarity with motion graphics workflows and audio mixing basics.
Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously with precision and calm.
An editorial reel showcasing storytelling range and polish is required.

Terry Hines & Associates is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is our policy not to engage in discrimination against any individual, or harassment of any person seeking employment with our organization on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, medical condition, ancestry, marital status, age, sexual orientation, citizenship, genetic information or status as a covered veteran including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws. This policy applies to all employment practices, including recruitment, selection, promotion, transfer, merit increase, salary, training and development, demotion, and separation. This policy is intended to be consistent with the provisions of applicable State and Federal laws. Federal law requires proof of citizenship or "alien right-to-work" status.

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