Video Journalist, Political Storyteller - On-Camera & Edit

Longwell Partners; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary range: $60,000 - 105,000

401(k) matching program

Medical insurance

Downtown DC location

Job summary

Longwell Partners in Washington, DC is seeking a Video Journalist to find, report, shoot, and edit compelling video content that advances our pro-democracy mission. You will own the process from idea to finished piece for social media and digital platforms.

The role emphasizes covering corruption in American politics with sharp instincts, strong on-camera presence, and the ability to generate and execute your own story ideas alongside a small video team.

Qualifications

• Strong reel or portfolio showing you can take a story from idea through final cut.
• Comfort and confidence on camera; you can report to lens, conduct interviews, and present yourself well.
• Proficiency with Adobe Premiere Pro; familiarity with After Effects and Photoshop.
• Strong field videography skills including lighting, framing, composition, and interview setups.
• Good audio recording know-how and ability to troubleshoot and clean audio in field and post.

Responsibilities

• Monitor the political news cycle to identify stories with strong video potential.
• Report, shoot, and edit video across formats, including rapid clips, field reporting, interviews, and longer pieces.
• Appear on camera as needed and deliver to-camera reporting and on-screen interviews.
• Shape stories through editing with strong pacing, clean audio, and clear narrative.
• Work with communications and social media teams to adapt content across platforms and formats.
• Manage footage, project files, and assets with clear organization.

Skills

On-camera presence

Storytelling

Time management

Independence

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Adobe Premiere Pro

After Effects

Photoshop

Job description

Longwell Partners in Washington, DC is seeking a Video Journalist to find, report, shoot, and edit compelling video content that advances our pro-democracy mission. You will own the process from idea to finished piece for social media and digital platforms.

The role emphasizes covering corruption in American politics with sharp instincts, strong on-camera presence, and the ability to generate and execute your own story ideas alongside a small video team.