Editor

The Editor (Picture Editor) is the head of the post-production picture department. Assembles the film from captured footage in collaboration with the director — making choices about shot selection, pacing, structure, performance, and emotional rhythm.

Often described as the third storyteller alongside the director + writer.

What the role does

• Assembles the editor's cut as principal photography progresses
• Refines the cut through director's cut → producer's cut → picture lock stages
• Coordinates with Sound Editor on temp sound + spotting
• Coordinates with Colourist + Online Editor on finishing
• Supervises Assistant Editor + post-production assistants

Position

Reports to director + producer on creative cut.

Career progression

Path: Assistant Editor → Editor. Often a long-arc career — established editors with feature credits + industry recognition.

Related guild / professional body

• Screen Directors Guild of Ireland (SDGI) for editors