PT Video Editor

News Corporation; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 34,440 - 55,104; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package for eligible roles

Job summary

The New York Post Video team at News Corporation is looking for an on-call part-time Video Editor based in New York City. The role involves editing engaging videos for digital platforms using original and stock footage, alongside writing compelling video descriptions.

Ideal candidates should have 3–5 years of video editing experience and excellent knowledge of Adobe Premiere. The position requires autonomy and the ability to meet tight deadlines, with compensation ranging from $25 to $40 per hour, based on experience.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years experience editing short-form video for digital outlets.
• Experience in fast-paced newsroom environments.
• Organized, team-player, and capable of daily deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Edit videos for digital platforms using original footage and stock footage.
• Research and write short, compelling headlines and video descriptions.
• Stay knowledgeable in national news and trends.

Skills

Adobe Creative Suite (Premiere)

Color correction

Audio mixing

Multicam editing

Story tone matching music selection

Digital video production

Motion graphics

Post-production workflow

Job description

Job Description

The New York Post Video team is seeking an on‑call part‑time Video Editor (various shifts, as needed) to help create compelling, shareable videos. The role will work with original footage, stock clips and social media content to produce digital‑platform videos.

Responsibilities

• Edit videos for digital platforms using original footage, stock footage, and social media content.
• Work autonomously in a fast‑paced environment.
• Research and write short, compelling headlines, video descriptions, and short‑form scripts.
• Stay knowledgeable in national news, trends, and tabloid fare.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years experience editing short‑form video for digital outlets.
• Excellent knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite, specifically Premiere.
• Ability to color‑correct and mix audio.
• Experience with multicam editing and working with or without producers.
• Select and use music that matches story tone and style.
• Track record of producing digital video in fast‑paced newsroom environments with tight deadlines.
• Awareness of current events across a broad range of topics.
• Organized, team‑player, and capable of daily deadlines.
• Motion graphics and simple animation experience is a plus.
• Knowledge of post‑production workflow is a plus.

Additional Information

Note: This role may require occasional onsite work at our Midtown, NYC location.

Now a temporary engagement facilitated through a third‑party vendor; employment and payroll are managed by the vendor.

Salary: $25–$40 per hour, based on experience.

Benefits: For benefit‑eligible roles, we offer a comprehensive benefits package covering health, retirement, wellbeing, and optional benefits.

Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status or any other protected characteristic. EEO/Disabled/Vets.

Reasonable Accommodation

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