Supervising Video Editor

Scpress; United States; Remote; USD 95,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare coverage

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Mental health benefits

Job summary

McClatchy is seeking a Lead Video Editor to shape the creative and editorial direction for video content across our digital slate. You will hands-on edit high-priority projects while guiding a team of editors, setting standards for storytelling, quality, and brand integrity.

You will collaborate with producers and editors, mentor staff, and optimize workflows for speed and creative excellence, embracing AI-driven tools and evolving formats to deliver audience-first experiences across platforms.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred in Film Production, Video Production, Media Production or equivalent.
• Five years of experience in entertainment journalism, digital media, or related fields.

Responsibilities

• Lead video editing for high-priority projects and set creative standards.
• Oversee a team of video editors and mentor editors to elevate craft.
• Collaborate with producers and editorial teams to tell compelling stories.
• Refine workflows for efficiency and creative excellence; stay current with video trends and AI tools.

Skills

Leadership

Editorial judgment

Story structure

Collaboration

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor's degree

5 years experience in entertainment journalism/digital media

Tools

AI-powered tools

Video editing workflows

Job description

Step into a pivotal leadership role at McClatchy, where you'll shape the creative and editorial vision for video content across our dynamic digital slate. As Lead Video Editor, you'll blend hands‑on editing of high-priority projects with strategic oversight—guiding a talented team of video editors, setting creative standards, and ensuring every cut meets the highest bar for storytelling, technical quality, and brand integrity.

You'll collaborate closely with producers and editorial teams to bring compelling stories to life, mentor editors to elevate their craft, and continuously refine workflows for efficiency and creative excellence. Embracing the latest in video trends and AI‑powered tools, you'll help us deliver innovative, audience‑first video experiences across platforms—while always upholding the trusted, human‑centered storytelling that defines McClatchy.

What sets you apart:

• Proven leadership in digital video editing, with a passion for mentoring and developing creative teams.
• Deep editorial judgment and a sharp eye for structure, pacing, and brand voice.
• Ability to thrive in a fast‑paced, collaborative environment—balancing multiple projects and deadlines with clarity and decisiveness.
• Eagerness to experiment with new formats, AI‑driven efficiencies, and evolving audience behaviors.
• Commitment to journalistic integrity, inclusivity, and continuous learning.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree (B.A. or B.S.) from an accredited college or university preferred; ideally in Film Production, Video Production, Media Production, or the equivalent education, experience, skills and knowledge needed to perform the tasks and responsibilities of the position.
• Five years of experience in entertainment journalism, digital media, or related fields.

The anticipated base salary range for this position is between 95k - 105k annually. Individual base pay may vary within that range depending on job‑related knowledge, skills, experience, relevant education, department equity, training, geography, and local wage and hours laws.

About McClatchy:

As a member of the McClatchy family, you are part of a flexible, empowering, and exciting culture dedicated to creating a work/life balance and consistent opportunities for growth—a place where you have a voice and the ability to impact our future. It's an exciting time to be here. Our company is experiencing the most transformative period in its history. We're growing rapidly in the digital space and delivering award‑winning journalism in innovative ways.

McClatchy strives to be an employer of choice, and our benefits package is made with this goal in mind.

With a focus on well‑being and daily life, our package options include:

• Healthcare coverage for employees and their families
• Financial protection from expected and unexpected expenses
• Multiple no‑cost wellness resources
• Coverage for four‑legged friends

Our comprehensive benefits package also includes:

• 401(k) plan with employer match
• Competitive paid time off and corporate holidays
• Range of mental health benefits

For more information on McClatchy's benefits plan, please visit McClatchyLivewell.com .

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