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on making journalism so good that it’s worth paying for. New York Times Opinion is seeking a creative and energetic video editor to create vertical videos for nytimes.com and social media. While editing is at the core of…
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Video Editor jobs in New York, NY
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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worth paying for. The New York Times is continuing to expand its video journalism, identifying compelling visual stories across the... ...Investigations, and video podcasts. We are looking for a Senior Video Editor who c…
of our food, space, and people then edit and post content that stops the scroll. What you'll do -Shoot professional photo and video content at hed NYC — dishes, ambiance, events, and team moments -Edit short-form Reels a…
$90k - $120k
MS NOW is looking for a video podcast editor to join our team. This role will work across the unit to support multiple projects and ensure high technical standards by editing tape across a variety of video platforms (fro…
$83k
yourself in Calvin Klein here! ( YouTube , Instagram , TikTok ) Position Summary: Reporting into Senior Manager, Video Post Production, the Global Social Video Editor position within the CALVIN KLEIN CMO Group will speci…
$55k - $80k
audiences and our employees – and aim to leave a positive mark on culture. About the Role CBS Sports is looking for several video editors to power the social presence of our CBS Sports College Football, CBS Sports Colleg…
$121k - $151k
production overhaul in the afternoon? Justworks is seeking a Senior Video Content Producer who moves between hands-on craft and long-range... ...direction Own creative direction of post; collaborate with editors on the c…
including exportation, marketing, packaging, logistics, and agricultural production. We are currently seeking a creative and talented Video Editor to join our dynamic team. This is a full-time position based in New York,…
$28 - $35 per hour
Owned by FOX Corporation, FOX News Media reaches 200 million people each month. JOB DESCRIPTION We are looking for a Freelance Video Editor to join our Fox News team. As a Freelance Video Editor, you will be part of a co…
$115k
governance, and ESG. The firm has more than 1,800 employees located in 50+ offices around the world. The Role We are looking for a Video Editor to join our Film Team at Teneo Studio, supporting the post-production of hig…
$6,500 - $10,000 per month
of SoHo, NYC, dedicated to building a next-generation creative video platform. Backed by Y Combinator, we are reimagining how video content... ...we are scaling rapidly. We are looking for a Narrative Video Editor to joi…
**Job Overview** We are seeking a highly creative, detail-oriented, and platform-savvy ** Video Editor* * to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for transforming raw footage into premium, high-impact vid…
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What video editors earn in New York
Hourly first — that's how the offer arrives
| Experience | Hourly | Annual, full-time |
|---|---|---|
| Entry level | $26–$37 | $55k–$77k |
| Mid level | $38–$52 | $79k–$108k |
| Senior | $52–$73 | $108k–$152k |
Adjusted for the New York 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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