Senior Editor, Research Films & Storytelling

OpenAI, Inc.; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

OpenAI, Inc. is seeking an Editor, Research to define the editorial voice for OpenAI’s research films.

You will edit films that introduce new models and demonstrate capabilities, leading the editorial approach across projects and guiding collaborators to high standards of cinematic storytelling. You will collaborate with researchers, filmmakers, and production partners to shape concepts, test ideas, and plan shoots, bringing clarity and emotion to complex subjects while preserving accuracy and

Qualifications

• 8+ years of editing experience with cinematic storytelling
• Experience leading editorial projects and guiding editors or external partners
• Ability to translate complex research concepts into compelling on-screen narratives
• Strong understanding of post-production workflows, sound, color, and finishing

Responsibilities

• Lead editorial work from concept through final delivery, editing research launch films and directing editors on projects.
• Set editorial direction and ensure cohesive, distinctive work across teams.
• Shape stories with researchers on concepts, treatments, scripts, and demonstrations.
• Lead editorial reviews and integrate feedback while preserving accuracy of demonstrations and explanations.
• Mentor editors and assistants to strengthen storytelling, technical skills, and judgment.
• Collaborate with production to scope, schedule, and curate talent for assignments.
• Guide finishing with motion graphics, sound, color, and VFX to preserve creative intent.
• Uphold standard practices for media organization, archival, and delivery quality.
• Adapt edits for platform variations and localization while preserving meaning.
• Evaluate AI-enabled tools and share findings with leadership.

Skills

Editorial leadership

Storytelling

Cinematic editing

Editing proficiency

Job description

OpenAI, Inc. is seeking an Editor, Research to define the editorial voice for OpenAI’s research films.

You will edit films that introduce new models and demonstrate capabilities, leading the editorial approach across projects and guiding collaborators to high standards of cinematic storytelling. You will collaborate with researchers, filmmakers, and production partners to shape concepts, test ideas, and plan shoots, bringing clarity and emotion to complex subjects while preserving accuracy and