The Washington Post

National News Desk Video Editor

The Washington Post
One Franklin Square, 1301 K St NW, Washington, DC 20005, USA
Full-TimeDepends on ExperienceMid-LevelBachelors
Job Description

The responsibilities of this position include editing and publishing video of national news events and creating quick edits and stories that provide context. The ideal candidate will also shoot news events in the field for their own enterprise stories. The Washington Post is seeking an editor to join our explanatory video team. This is a role for a multifaceted storyteller who can move seamlessly between breaking news, quick-turnaround explainers and enterprise.

Where is this job?
This job is located at One Franklin Square, 1301 K St NW, Washington, DC 20005, USA
Job Qualifications

  • 3+ years of related experience

  • Ability to work with confidential and sensitive information in a discrete manner

  • Must have resume and examples of past work. An editor reel is preferred.

Required Skills

  • Photoshop

  • Writing Skills

  • Adobe Premiere

  • After Effects

  • Editing skills

  • Time Management Skills

Soft Skills

  • Process Improvement

  • Verbal communication

  • written communication

  • Problem Solving Skills

  • Flexibility/Adaptability

Compensation

According to JobzMall, the average salary range for a National News Desk Video Editor in One Franklin Square, 1301 K St NW, Washington, DC 20005, USA is $48,000 - $72,000 per year. This range is based on the salaries reported by employers for similar positions in the area.

Additional Information
The Washington Post is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.
Required LanguagesEnglish
Job PostedApril 22nd, 2021
Apply BeforeMay 22nd, 2025
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