Daily Tech News Video Producer & Editor

Politico; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

POLITICO is seeking a skilled video producer/editor for a daily technology show. You will oversee recording sessions, shape episodes editorially, ensure accuracy, and edit episodes to completion.

This multiplatform show spans audio, video, and social; collaborate with hosts, newsletter writers, and editors to highlight reporting and analysis and build a stand-alone product with a conversational tone. You should be ready for tight deadlines, with Arlington, VA as a base and options for New York,

Qualifications

• 3+ years' experience in podcast or video production, with significant experience in news, politics, or policy.
• Strong editing ability; producing clean, polished video under tight deadlines (audio editing a strong plus).
• Sharp editorial judgment and storytelling instincts grounded in journalistic standards.
• Strong communication skills for coordinating with hosts, editors and cross-functional partners.
• Familiarity with audience analytics and platform metrics to help guide content strategy.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the virtual recording of a daily tech news podcast - including technical aspects and helping coach talent and guide editorial direction.
• Collaborate with hosts, editors, and the audio/video team to identify daily topics.
• Edit and publish clean, final cuts of episodes, often under tight deadlines.
• Write headline and caption copy for podcast feeds, YouTube and other social platforms.
• Partner with teams across the newsroom on distribution and publishing.
• Monitor episode performance metrics and use audience insights to inform future episodes.

Skills

Video production

Video editing

Podcast production

Editorial judgment

Audience analytics

Communication

Job description

POLITICO is seeking a skilled video producer/editor for a daily technology show. You will oversee recording sessions, shape episodes editorially, ensure accuracy, and edit episodes to completion.

This multiplatform show spans audio, video, and social; collaborate with hosts, newsletter writers, and editors to highlight reporting and analysis and build a stand-alone product with a conversational tone. You should be ready for tight deadlines, with Arlington, VA as a base and options for New York,