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$82,600 – $123,800
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What this role is
The Washington Post's Opinions section seeks a video editor to produce podcast videos, social clips, and short-form content for multiple platforms including YouTube, TikTok, and Instagram. The role suits someone who understands both creator sensibilities and journalistic rigor, with experience in fast-paced digital media environments.
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What they ask for
Required
- 2+ years professional video editing experience with social media examples
- Primary editing experience with podcasts, interviews, or social shows
- High proficiency in Adobe Premiere Pro
- Strong knowledge of After Effects for motion graphics and text animation
- Experience designing thumbnails and social assets in Photoshop or Illustrator
- Ability to manage YouTube Studio metadata and publishing workflows
- Comfortable with basic camera operation and audio capture
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple deadlines in a fast news cycle
Nice to have
- Experience at a new-media or digital-first organization
- Familiarity with analytics tools like YouTube Analytics, CrowdTuple, or Sprout
- Exposure to AI tools