Digital Video Editor

Nwsl; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid Work Model

Health Coverage (Medical, Dental, Vis.

401k with employer match

Unlimited PTO

Commuter Benefits

Job summary

The National Women's Soccer League (NWSL) is seeking a talented Video Editor to craft compelling social video narratives for the league, clubs, and players. This role requires a passion for women's soccer and hands-on experience producing and editing engaging short-form stories in a fast-paced environment.

You will work with the Content team to celebrate and elevate stories across the League, Clubs, and Players—on and off the pitch—while maintaining a high standard of quality and turnaround

Qualifications

• 3+ years creating and editing high-engagement digital video (soccer a plus).
• Advanced Adobe Creative Suite skills; After Effects as a plus.
• Strong knowledge of social video formats and platform best practices.
• Familiarity with music, licensing, and footage rights clearances.
• Ability to accept editorial feedback under tight deadlines.
• Must provide a video editing reel or portfolio link.

Responsibilities

• Edit engaging video content for YouTube, Instagram, TikTok, X, Facebook, and NWSLSoccer.com.

Skills

Video editing

Video production

Adobe Creative Suite

After Effects

Social video formats

Rights & clearances

Autonomy

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

After Effects

Job description

The National Women's Soccer League (NWSL) is one of the fastest-growing professional sports leagues in the U.S., powered by 16 clubs and a deep roster of the world's best players, and built on record-shattering fan, media and commercial growth. Now in its 14th season, the league's momentum continues to accelerate, with viewership and attendance numbers growing rapidly, social media fandom on the rise, team valuations massively increasing and new top sponsors investing in the NWSL brand. This unprecedented growth in audience, media reach, and franchise value reflects the NWSL's expanding fan base and increasing dominance in the sports-media landscape and popular culture.

The future of the NWSL is now - and we're looking for world-class talent like you to help us continue the momentum.

The Role

The NWSL Content team is seeking a talented Video Editor with a keen eye for creative social content and compelling storytelling. This role requires a strong passion for women's soccer, hands-on experience pitching and producing social video content, and a proven ability to craft engaging short-form narratives in a fast-paced environment.

Working closely with the broader Marketing team, you will help celebrate and elevate the most impactful stories across the League, Clubs, and Players - both on and off the pitch.

What You Will Own, Drive & Contribute To

• Digital Video Editing: Edit engaging video content for distribution across NWSL digital platforms, including YouTube, Instagram, TikTok, X, Facebook, and NWSLSoccer.com.
• Sponsored Content: Produce and edit a high volume of sponsored video content on weekly deadlines and tight turnarounds.
• Rapid Turnaround Projects: Concept, edit, and publish weekly dynamic video content to capture timely moments and league storylines.
• Collaborative Creation: Partner closely with the Content team to brainstorm, craft, and execute compelling video concepts.
• Asset Management & Archiving: Subclip weekly footage and assist the Content team with organizing and archiving projects and raw video assets.
• Matchday Coverage: Maintain availability for matchnight coverage and real-time content needs throughout the season.

Core Qualifications

• Experience: 3+ years of experience producing and editing high-engagement digital video content (soccer experience preferred).
• Technical Mastery: Advanced proficiency in Adobe Suite; Light proficiency in After Effects or motion graphics preferred
• Social Expertise: Strong understanding of social video formats, storytelling techniques, and optimizing for platform-specific best practices.
• Rights & Clearances: General knowledge of music, licensing, and footage clearance processes.
• Agility & Feedback: Comfort receiving and implementing editorial feedback efficiently under tight deadlines.
• Portfolio: A link to a video editing reel or portfolio showcasing relevant work is required.
• Agility & Independence: Thrives operating autonomously in a fast-paced, high-volume environment while maintaining composure and attention to detail.

Our Investment in You

In addition to working in an incredible, inclusive, and committed-to-diversity culture, we offer:

• Competitive Compensation: $75,000 - $90,000 (Salary is contingent upon candidate qualifications and functional business needs).
• Time & Flexibility: Unlimited Paid Time Off (PTO), sick days, and an end-of-year office closure.
• Hybrid Work Model: Three days in-office and two remote days per week.
• Robust Health Coverage: Medical, Dental, Vision, and Mental Health benefits for employees and dependents.
• Financial Future: 401k with employer match and safe harbor contributions.
• Comprehensive Benefits & Perks: Commuter Benefits, Short/Long-Term Disability, Life Insurance, Gym On-Site, Voluntary Pet Insurance, and more!

Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

The NWSL is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.

We celebrate diversity and are deeply committed to creating an inclusive and equitable environment for all employees. All employment decisions—including recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, compensation, and termination—are made without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, pregnancy or childbirth, personal appearance, family responsibilities, sexual orientation or preference, gender identity, political affiliation, source of income, place of residence, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, age, marital status, military veteran status, unfavorable discharge from military service, physical or mental disability, or any other basis protected by applicable law.

If you need assistance or an accommodation during the application process due to a disability, you may contact us at [e-mail].