Editing for Documentary

BlockReel; New York (NY); On-site; USD 185,000 - 277,000; Part time

Job summary

BlockReel in New York, NY seeks an Editor for a three-week documentary project, starting early November 2026. You will shape a character-driven narrative from verité footage, crafting assembly edits and refined sequences with careful sound design.

We encourage editors at any stage who demonstrate strong storytelling rhythm and a collaborative spirit. You provide your own editing software (preferably Adobe Premiere Pro) and a suitable workstation; we supply raw footage and project files and offer

Qualifications

• Demonstrate strong storytelling rhythm and ability to shape narrative from verité footage.
• Involves ingesting, organizing, and assembling footage for a cohesive documentary.
• Open to editors at any career stage with a strong sense of storytelling.

Responsibilities

• Ingest raw footage and organize project files.
• Create assembly edits and refine sequences for narrative flow.
• Incorporate sound design elements and music where appropriate.
• Collaborate closely on creative direction with the team.
• Ensure pacing and tone align with an observational, authentic style.

Skills

Storytelling

Rhythm editing

Footage organization

Tools

Adobe Premiere Pro

Job description

Seeking an Editor for an upcoming independent documentary project, available for approximately 3 weeks of work starting around November 6, 2026. This is a paid position offering $1000-1500/day. We are looking for someone to help shape the narrative of a compelling, character-driven documentary exploring a unique cultural tradition in New York City. The tone is observational and authentic, aiming for a respectful yet engaging portrayal of its subjects. We have a significant amount of verité footage and interviews that need to be expertly woven into a cohesive and emotionally resonant story. Your main responsibilities will include ingesting and organizing footage, creating assembly edits, refining sequences, incorporating sound design elements, and collaborating closely on creative direction. While experience is a plus, we are open to editors at any stage of their career who can demonstrate a strong sense of storytelling and rhythm. You will need to provide your own editing software (preferably Adobe Premiere Pro) and a suitable workstation. Please share a link to your reel or relevant editing samples. We will provide all raw footage and any necessary project files. This will be an intensive but rewarding experience, working alongside a passionate independent team based in New York, NY.

Budget Range

$1000-1500/day