VFX Editor

About the role

Framestore’s New York office is seeking a VFX Editor to join the Integrated Advertising Division. This full‑time, hybrid role supports a busy editorial department that drives VFX shot management, edit updates, and client reviews for advertising, episodic and immersive projects.

Key responsibilities

• Conform and maintain project edit timelines via client EDL/XML, ensuring frame‑accurate edits.
• Keep the edit and audio mix up to date while handling constantly changing client EDLs.
• Collaborate closely with VFX Supervisors and Producers to stay informed on project status.
• Update end‑of‑day edits and output client WIPs to Framestore’s Front2 web‑browser.
• Build and refine the VFX editorial pipeline in coordination with other Framestore facilities.
• Organise and prepare edits for distribution to various VFX departments.
• Operate the NLE system during internal and client reviews.
• Manage personal workload, time, and feedback actions from supervisors and producers.

Required profile

• 3+ years professional experience as a VFX Editor on advertising, episodic or feature projects.
• Thorough understanding of core editing workflow principles (EDL management, formats, frame rates, colour‑space).
• Working knowledge of Hiero or another NLE (Final Cut Pro, Avid, Smoke).
• Familiarity with colour‑space standards such as ACES, ARRI and RED camera formats.
• Excellent organisation, communication and interpersonal skills.
• Pro‑active, collaborative attitude with a strong eye for detail.
• Ability to multitask, prioritise and solve problems under tight deadlines.
• Experience with professional camera formats (R3D, Canon, Phantom, ARRI Alexa).

Required skills

• Hiero (or equivalent NLE such as Final Cut Pro, Avid, Smoke)
• ACES colour‑space knowledge
• ARRI and RED camera colour formats
• R3D, Canon, Phantom, ARRI Alexa camera handling
• Shotgun or similar asset‑management systems
• Render farm familiarity
• Modern professional VFX pipeline awareness

What we offer

• Full‑time permanent position with benefits
• Hybrid work model (on‑site in New York City with remote flexibility)
• Opportunity to work on high‑profile advertising, episodic and immersive projects