2nd Assistant Editor

Flying Bark Productions is working on exciting projects such as Avatar: The Last Airbender feature film, Netflix's Stranger Things animated series, as well as our production Tales From Outer Suburbia by Shaun Tan. 

Prioritising candidates based in Sydney, but relocation assistance available for interstate candidates (Australia based only). 

About the role: 

• Provide editorial assistance and technical support to the Editor.
• Manage file imports and exports in Avid Media Composer.
• Collaborate on animatics, including dialogue, sound effects, and music cues.
• Assist with assembling sequences for review.
• Update and deliver scenes between departments.
• Organise and track dialogue from recording studios.
• Track and update dialogue changes from initial to final stages.
• Record scratch tracks as needed.
• Maintain a library of sound effects and music cues.
• Participate in story and edit pipeline meetings.
• Manage file flow between departments to keep edits current.
• Liaise with the Editor and production crew on priorities and workflow.
• Ensure quality control of all cuts.
• Adhere to delivery schedules for final materials.
• Prepare materials for studio and audience screenings.
  
  

About you: 

• Proficient in Avid Media Composer.
• Experience with Shotgun is a plus.
• Detail-oriented with strong problem-solving skills.
• Thorough understanding of technical workflows and quality control.
• Excellent communication and time management skills.
• Ability to identify and flag issues impacting delivery.
• Team-oriented with collaborative skills.
• Have expert knowledge of the editorial pipeline.
• Test and implement pipeline changes.
• Assist with editorial documentation.
• Support the company and handle grievances professionally.
  
  

What do we do? 

Flying Bark Productions is a renowned independent producer of family-focused animation entertainment. For over 50 years, our 2D and 3D production facility has created award-winning feature films and TV series. 

Why work with us? 

• We work on some pretty cool projects - check out our website: https://www.flyingbark.com.au/ 
• We have an industry leading studio space in Alexandria, complete with a cinema, quiet room, Zen Garden, games room, and state of the art animation facilities. 
• Breakfast is served daily - on us! 
• We have cake days, movie nights, wrap parties & a culture club dedicated to coordinating our busy social calendar! 
• The Barkers have big hearts too, with our Paws for a Cause fundraising arm raising much needed funds for charities such as Beyond Blue, RSPCA and the Cancer Council. 
• We love dogs and you will often see some of our regular fluffy companions in the studio. 
• We have a hybrid approach to work with flexible work from home days on offer.
•  Career development is important to us so we offer training and support opportunities whenever possible. 
• Our employees say our culture is the best they've ever experienced - everyone is welcome and celebrated! 
• You'll have access to mental health resources and free counselling via our Employee Assistance Provider Support Act. 
  
  

Flying Bark Productions is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.