future for local news. WWL WUPL-TV New, the TEGNA-owned CBS/MNTV affiliate in New Orleans is looking for a full-time Photographer/ Editor to join our team. The ideal candidate is proficient at creating captivating and sh…
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Video Editor jobs in New Orleans, LA
Assembles raw footage into finished video, shaping story, pacing, sound, and color for formats that range from short social clips to documentaries and branded content.
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$19–$52/hr
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owned CBS affiliate in New Orleans , is looking for a Story Desk Editor to embrace our transition to the newsroom of the future. This... ...considerations • Enhance storytelling with creative elements (graphics, video, a…
Why join Swaybox Studios? Swaybox Studios is rewriting the rulebook of visual storytelling. As we collaborate with DC Studios/ Warner Bros Pictures Animation and Matt Reeves’ 6th and Idaho on a revolutionary new project,…
functional teams. ~ Positive attitude, eagerness to learn, and openness to feedback. ~ Photography, illustration, motion graphics, or video editing experience is a plus. Work Schedule: Monday: 8:30 – 5:00 PM CST (In-Offi…
marketing campaigns, and blog visuals in collaboration with the Marketing Manager, marketing consultant, and social media manager Video editing: Edit short-form video content from existing footage for social media using…
$120k - $130k
Civil Designer (PE, Oil and Gas) Location: New Orleans, LA, 70123 Country: United States Salary: $120000-$130000 Start Date: Description: Position Overview Client is seeking a Senior Civil / Structural Engineer with acti…
About the Wedding Photographer position We are in search of a talented, experienced wedding photographer who can create imagery that can tell a couple's wedding day story beautifully. The truth is..we are storytellers. W…
About the Filmmaker Position A filmmaker representing American Wedding Group shoots a structured and flowing wedding video on professional DLSR/DSLR hybrid equipment. Our videos need to be shot cleanly and conservatively…
$50k - $55k
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$115k - $165k
Swaybox Studios is not just making movies; we are inventing a new medium. By blending puppetry, practical effects, and cutting-edge digital technology, we are rewriting the rulebook of visual storytelling. In collaborati…
Google Display, LinkedIn, Facebook & Instagram Build landing pages and layout designs that support SEO and paid campaigns Create video ads and animated graphics for social and display platforms Collaborate with our Accou…
$30 - $40 per hour
Shootday, a global photography, videography, and production platform, is looking for talented event photographers to join our freelance network. Job Overview: As an event photographer, you'll capture memorable moments at…
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What video editors earn in New Orleans
Hourly first — that's how the offer arrives
| Experience | Hourly | Annual, full-time |
|---|---|---|
| Entry level | $19–$26 | $39k–$55k |
| Mid level | $27–$37 | $56k–$77k |
| Senior | $37–$52 | $77k–$108k |
Adjusted for the New Orleans market from national ranges.
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What employers ask for
The skills these listings keep naming
Adobe Premiere ProDaVinci ResolveStorytelling and pacingColor correctionAudio mixing basicsMotion graphics basicsMedia managementMeeting deadlines
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Interview questions worth rehearsing
With the thing the interviewer is actually listening for
What is your process when you receive hours of raw footage?
Describe ingest, organization, selects, a radio cut or rough assembly, then refinement. Editors are hired for process, not just taste.
How do you decide the pacing of an edit?
Talk about serving the story and the platform, using music, breath, and rhythm, and cutting anything that does not earn its place.
Tell me about a difficult note from a client or director and how you handled it.
Show that you look for the problem behind the note. Often the fix is different from what was literally requested.
How comfortable are you with color and sound work?
Be honest about your level. Knowing when to do a basic grade and mix yourself versus hand off to specialists is a mark of experience.
How do you manage versions and media across a long project?
Mention naming conventions, proxies, backups, and change logs. Reliability is as valued as creativity.
How do you adapt one piece of content into multiple formats and lengths?
Explain building the hero cut first, then reframing and restructuring for vertical, short, and captioned versions.
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Resume tips that move the needle
For video editors specifically — generic advice costs you here
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Lead with a reel or a short list of linked, finished pieces, each labeled with your exact role.
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Name genres and formats you have shipped, such as documentary, ads, or YouTube, so editors' niches are clear.
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Quantify throughput and outcomes, like weekly episode delivery or watch-time gains after a format change.
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List your finishing skills, including color and audio tools, since small teams need editors who can deliver end to end.
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Mention experience with remote workflows and review tools like Frame.io if you have it.
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Where this role goes
Typical progression
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Lead Editor / Post Supervisor
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