Audio Post Production Editor

Career Guide

An Audio Post Production Editor prepares, edits, and mixes recorded sound after filming or recording is complete. The goal is clean, consistent audio that supports the story, meets technical delivery standards, and translates well across speakers, headphones, and broadcast platforms.

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Key Responsibilities

Import and organize audio assets
Sync audio to picture
Edit dialogue for clarity and timing
Remove noise and unwanted sounds
Assemble sound effects layers
Edit and place ambience tracks
Support music editing and placement
Mix dialogue, music, and effects
Match audio levels across scenes
Apply equalization and dynamics processing
Create and manage audio stems
Prepare deliverables to platform specifications
Collaborate with directors and producers on creative notes
Maintain session documentation and version control
Troubleshoot audio issues during review cycles

Top Skills for Success

Critical Listening

Attention to Detail

Time Management

Client Communication

Storytelling Sensibility

Audio Editing

Dialogue Editing

Sound Design

Mixing

Noise Reduction

Loudness Standards

File Management

Session Organization

Quality Control

Digital Audio Workstations

Career Progression

Can Lead To

Lead Audio Editor

Re Recording Mixer

Supervising Sound Editor

Sound Designer

Audio Post Production Supervisor

Transition Opportunities

Podcast Producer

Music Producer

Broadcast Audio Engineer

Game Audio Designer

Content Operations Specialist

Common Skill Gaps

Often Missing Skills

Delivery SpecificationsLoudness ComplianceDialogue RepairMix TranslationVersion ManagementFeedback WorkflowRemote Collaboration

Development SuggestionsBuild a repeatable workflow template for sessions and deliverables. Practice mixing on multiple playback systems, and create a checklist for loudness, peaks, and exports. Seek feedback from mixers and supervising editors, then refine your reel to show before and after improvements.

Market Intelligence Report

Audio Post Production Editor is part of the Media Production category.Explore our market intelligence report to see how AI and hiring demand are shifting for these roles.

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Salary & Demand

Median Salary Range

Entry LevelUSD 40,000 to 60,000

Mid LevelUSD 60,000 to 90,000

Senior LevelUSD 90,000 to 140,000

Growth Trend

Steady demand, driven by streaming, podcasts, advertising, and games. Competition is strong, and hiring often favors editors with a strong reel, fast turnaround, and reliable remote workflow.

Companies Hiring

Major Employers

NetflixDisneyWarner BrosAmazon MGM StudiosAppleSpotifyiHeartMediaNPRBoseElectronic Arts

Industry Sectors

Film and TelevisionStreaming MediaAdvertising and MarketingPodcastingGamingBroadcast NewsCorporate Media ProductionE Learning

Recommended Next Steps

Create a focused reel with dialogue edit, sound design, and final mix examples

Standardize your session structure and naming conventions

Learn common loudness targets used for streaming and broadcast

Practice advanced dialogue cleanup techniques using real world recordings

Build a checklist for stems, mixes, and final exports

Join local post production groups and attend sound meetups

Apply for assistant roles at post houses to increase credit volume

Offer short turnaround editing services to agencies and podcast teams to build steady work