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Video Editor jobs in Richmond, VA
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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$20–$55/hr
Typical pay range
$70k
Median, full-time
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$800 - $2,300 per month
As an In-Hospital Fresh 48 Photographer and Sales Consultant in Richmond , you will coordinate mini photoshoots, edit images, and sell to families—all from the comfort of their hospital room, just days after delivery. Th…
The WRIC Photographer/ Video Editor operates video and editing equipment to produce images or scenes for newscasts and other programming. Equal Opportunity Employer/Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled. Organizes and edits…
Design has the ability to empower ideas and connect people. At Baskervill, we take that seriously—and we have a lot of fun doing it. We’re a multidisciplinary design firm with a growing global footprint and more than a c…
$70k - $110k
Job Description Timmons Group is always accepting applications from experienced Civil Designer/Senior Civil Designer candidates to join our team for future opportunities . Essential Duties and Responsibilities include bu…
$80.8k - $92.2k
Overview Senior Associate - Content Manager (Work From Home) Are you looking for a challenging role that includes the convenience of working virtually at home? Then a Capital One Customer Operations role may be the role…
visually compelling graphics under tight deadlines ~Assist the Oakwood Arts team in crafting compelling stories through graphics, copy, video, animation, illustration, and photography. ~Utilize Adobe Programs to assist i…
Producers Wanted Who Want Ownership - Not Micromanagement We’re expanding and looking for licensed agents or sales professionals who want more than commission caps and limited growth. ✔️ Transparent comp ✔️ Agency owners…
$40k - $70k
Truss Designer We just partnered with a local, leading building materials company and they're hunting for a skilled Truss Designer to join their growing team. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: * Produces floor and r…
Wall Panel Designer We have just partnered with a multi-family truss and panel leader looking to add a Wall Panel Designer to the team. This company sells only premium-quality building products in areas such as framing l…
$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…
$40 - $50 per hour
events and deliver high-quality raw images that tell compelling visual stories. Your Responsibilities Capture high-quality RAW videos on time (we handle the editing) Cover diverse events from corporate functions to produ…
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What video editors earn in Richmond
Hourly first — that's how the offer arrives
| Experience | Hourly | Annual, full-time |
|---|---|---|
| Entry level | $20–$27 | $42k–$57k |
| Mid level | $28–$39 | $59k–$81k |
| Senior | $39–$55 | $81k–$114k |
Adjusted for the Richmond 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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Assistant Editor
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Video Editor
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Senior Video Editor
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Lead Editor / Post Supervisor
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