Research Assistant: Junior Video Editor – Documentary Fundraising Reel

The New School; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 36,000 - 51,000; Part time

Job summary

The New School is seeking a talented student or junior video editor to assemble a short fundraising reel for an independent documentary project. The role focuses on compiling footage, interviews, archival material, photos, and graphics to craft a compelling pitch for investors and partners.

You will work closely with the director to shape narrative flow, rhythm, and emotional impact, delivering a polished final edit suitable for presentations.

Qualifications

• Experience editing short fundraising/pitch reels or similar documentary artifacts.
• Strong sense of storytelling, rhythm, music, and pacing.
• Ability to take direction while contributing own ideas to edit.

Responsibilities

• Edit a short fundraising/pitch reel using existing footage, interviews, and archival material.
• Shape narrative, pacing, tone, and emotional arc with the director.
• Review, organize footage and identify strongest moments; create rough cuts and revise rounds.

Skills

Storytelling

Video editing

Attention to detail

Collaboration

Creative direction

Tools

Adobe Premiere Pro

DaVinci Resolve

Final Cut Pro

Job description

Research Assistant: Junior Video Editor – Documentary Fundraising Reel# THE UNIVERSITY THAT REIMAGINES THE FUTURE## Research Assistant: Junior Video Editor – Documentary Fundraising ReelApply: L - 2 West 13th Street: Part time: Posted Today: JR110112Faculty Laura Lanteri is looking for a talented student or junior editor to help edit a short fundraising reel for an independent documentary project focused on beauty, culture, identity, and the global beauty industry. **Duties and Responsibilities*** Edit a short fundraising / pitch reel using existing documentary footage, interviews, archival material, still photography, and other visual assets* Work closely with the director to shape the narrative, pacing, tone, and emotional arc* Review and organize footage and identify the strongest moments* Create rough cuts and incorporate feedback through several rounds of revisions* Integrate music, titles, text, and simple graphics where appropriate* Help establish a cohesive visual language for the reel* Prepare a polished final edit suitable for presentations to investors, producers, and potential partners **Qualifications – Education, Experience, and Skills*** Experience editing in Adobe Premiere Pro, DaVinci Resolve, Final Cut Pro, or similar* A strong sense of storytelling, rhythm, music, and pacing* Good visual taste and an interest in documentary filmmaking* An ability to take creative direction while also bringing your own ideas to the edit* Strong attention to detail and organization* Reliability and comfort working collaboratively through revisions **WORK MODE****Hybrid/Remote** - Employees hired for this position primarily work remotely with the occasional on-campus presence required with advanced notice. Employees in this role will also be expected to use their best judgment to be on campus when necessary in order to best fulfill the responsibilities of their job descriptions. #LI-DNI **Hourly Rate:** $31.37/hour We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, creed, religion or belief, national or ethnic origin, citizenship status, marital or domestic partnership status, sexual orientation, sex, gender identity or expression, age, disability, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. The New School recognizes and values the benefits of a diverse workforce. This position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement between SENS-UAW, Local 7902 and the University.**Responsibilities:**Faculty Laura Lanteri is looking for a talented student or junior editor to help edit a short fundraising reel for an independent documentary project focused on beauty, culture, identity, and the global beauty industry. Research Assistants will be editing a short fundraising / pitch reel using existing documentary footage, interviews, archival material, still photography, and other visual assets.We look forward to receiving your application!