Video Editor, Opinions

Nashville Public Radio; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 82,600 - 123,800; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive medical, dental and vision coverage

Company-paid pension and 401(k) match

Three weeks of vacation

20 weeks paid parental leave

Free Post digital subscription

Job summary

The Washington Post is seeking a Video Editor to create engaging video content for various platforms, including YouTube and social media. This role involves editing podcasts, interviews, and creating social video clips, ensuring they resonate with audiences while maintaining journalistic integrity.

Ideal candidates will have 2+ years of experience in video editing, proficiency in Adobe Premiere Pro, and strong knowledge of social media dynamics. The position offers a competitive salary between $82,600 – $123,800 annually along with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of professional video editing experience.
• Strong social video editing skills.
• Experience in a digital-first media environment.
• Proficiency using YouTube and social media tools.

Responsibilities

• Edit podcasts and social clips for various platforms.
• Design and execute motion graphics and titles.
• Write compelling headlines and captions.
• Manage YouTube Studio uploads and metadata.

Skills

Video editing

Adobe Premiere Pro

After Effects

Camera operation

Social media platforms

Job description

Join the future of news

We’re on a mission to deliver riveting storytelling for all of America. At The Washington Post, you’ll help reinvent news. Our work is driven by a deep investigative spirit and enhanced by innovation to bring audiences closer to the stories that matter most.

About Our Team

The Washington Post is powered by the passion and talent of our people. It takes all of us to reinvent news. Beyond our award‑winning Newsroom and Opinions teams, we work across many departments, including Brand & Events, Communications, Customer Care, Engineering & Product, Finance, Human Resources, Legal, Marketing & Advertising, Print Operations, and Sales.

Why This Role Matters

The Washington Post Opinions section is seeking versatile video editors to edit podcast videos, interviews and social clips. As part of the Opinions multimedia team they will edit video podcasts, work with journalists and collaborators on original social video, and produce short‑form clips for a soon‑to‑be‑launched daily show.

What Motivates You

• You want to help serious journalism win attention in social feeds. You can think like a creator but edit like a journalist.
• You understand the importance of packaging and pacing in video.
• You see podcasts and long‑form interviews as raw material for daily audience growth.
• You thrive in small, high‑output teams.
• You are comfortable in fast‑moving environments and on deadline.

Responsibilities

• Edit long‑form podcasts, interviews, social shows and high‑performing clips for YouTube, YouTube Shorts, TikTok, Instagram Reels, X and other social platforms.
• Own clip‑farming workflows: identifying moments, shaping hooks, tightening pacing and packaging content for maximum reach.
• Design and execute motion elements—titles, lower thirds, light animations and visual emphasis—primarily in After Effects.
• Help translate dense or complex journalism into clear, creator‑style video that performs on social while maintaining editorial integrity.
• Write platform‑native headlines and captions that increase click‑through, retention and sharing.
• Collaborate with producers, hosts, and social editors to align clips with daily news priorities and audience strategy.
• Edit both rapid‑response news clips and evergreen content with long‑tail potential.
• Manage YouTube Studio uploads, metadata, thumbnails, and publishing workflows.
• Track performance and iterate based on audience behavior and analytics.
• Maintain an organized archive of source footage, clips, templates, and motion assets.
• Occasionally support basic filming needs (in‑studio or on‑site): holding camera, framing shots, capturing clean audio, and handling simple lighting setups.

The Skills And Experience You Bring

• 2+ years of professional video editing experience, with strong social examples. Preferably experience working at a new‑media or digital‑first media organization (not traditional broadcast).
• Primary editing experience in YouTube and social video—podcasts, interviews, social shows or creator‑led formats. High proficiency in Adobe Premiere Pro.
• Strong working knowledge of After Effects for motion graphics, text animation and visual polish.
• Experience designing thumbnails and social assets using Photoshop and/or Illustrator.
• Comfort managing YouTube Studio, metadata, titles, descriptions and thumbnails.
• Comfortable with basic camera operation, framing, and audio capture when needed. Experience filming on DSLR/mirrorless cameras or iPhones.
• Familiarity with analytics tools (YouTube Analytics, CrowdTangle, Sprout, etc.).
• Some exposure to AI tools is a plus.

Collaboration makes us stronger. That’s why our offices are designed with open layouts, modern technology, and easy access to transportation. With certain exceptions for newsgathering and business travel, we work on‑site five days a week.

Compensation And Benefits

Wherever you are in your life or career, The Washington Post offers comprehensive and inclusive benefits for every step of your journey:

• Competitive medical, dental and vision coverage
• Company‑paid pension and 401(k) match
• Three weeks of vacation and up to three weeks of paid sick leave
• Nine paid holidays and two personal days
• 20 weeks paid parental leave for any new parent
• Robust mental health resources
• Backup care and caregiver concierge services
• Gender‑affirming services
• Pet insurance
• Free Post digital subscription
• Leadership and career development programs

Benefits may vary based on the job, full‑time or part‑time schedule, location, and collectively bargained status.

The salary range for this position is:
$82,600 – $123,800 Annual

The actual salary within this range will depend on individual skills, experience, and qualifications as they relate to specific job requirements. This position may be eligible for a bonus or incentive program, and a member of the Talent Acquisition team will discuss bonus payment terms and conditions during the interview process.

Your story awaits. Apply today!

Learn more about The Post at careers.washingtonpost.com.