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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
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$70k
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Description: The Program Specialist Customer Success works as an independent professional with extensive knowledge of the supply chain management activities and services provided by Century Distribution Systems. The indi…
$25 per hour
Sports & Live Event Videographer Paid Travel Across the U.S. | Professional Equipment Provided | No Editing Required Turn your video production experience into a season of travel and live events. DanceBUG is hiring Video…
Snappr is looking for skilled Automotive Photographers based or near Richmond, VA for an exciting project with one of the world’s largest automotive platforms. Capture high-quality vehicle images viewed by thousands of b…
$55 - $58.62 per hour
Safety Specialist Pay Rate: $55-$58.62/hr Location: Richmond, VA Per Diem offered Summary: The Safety Specialist serves as an Owner Safety Representative (OSR) supporting construction activities on utility scale solar an…
DescriptionAt HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas t…
$45k - $53k
Job Title: Designer We are partnering with a local Creative and Design firm searching for a Designer who brings sharp creative instincts and a collaborative spirit to every project. If you love turning briefs into stando…
Snappr is currently looking for Food Photographers based or near in Richmond, VA to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong eye for detail and the creative ability to capture high-quality images of food tha…
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…
$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…
$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 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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