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We’re on a mission to deliver riveting storytelling for all of America. At The Washington Post, you’ll help reinvent news. Our work is driven by a deep investigative spirit and enhanced by innovation to bring audiences closer to the stories that matter most.
The Washington Post is powered by the passion and talent of our people. It takes all of us to reinvent news. Beyond our award-winning Newsroom and Opinions teams, we work across many departments, including Brand & Events, Communications, Customer Care, Engineering & Product, Finance, Human Resources, Legal, Marketing & Advertising, Print Operations, and Sales.
The Washington Post isseekinga creative andversatilesocial video editor to help drive visual storytelling across our social platforms.
We’relooking for an editor who understands how journalism travels on social media — and how to shape it for audiences who expect immediacy,personalityand clarity. This rolewillidentifyand createhigh-impact newsvideoas well aswork with Post journalists tocreate social-firstvideothatresonatesacross Instagram, TikTok, YouTube Shorts, Snapchat,Xand emerging platforms.
The ideal candidate is fluent in shooting and editing vertical video, deeply familiar with platform best practices and energized by the challenge of translating rigorous reporting into compelling short-form storytelling. This editor will be part of a team focused on producing high-impact video for both The Post’s owned-and-operated platforms and social ecosystems, helping grow reach,engagementand brand loyalty.
This position is based in our Washington, D.C., newsroom.
You are excited about meeting audiences where they are and experimenting with new storytelling formats.
You enjoy collaborating with reporters and helping them sharpen their on-camera voice.
You thrive in a fast-paced environment where speed and accuracy bothmatter
You are energized by tracking performance and iterating to improve results.
You care deeply about journalistic standards, even in short-form and highly visual formats.
Shoot and edit vertical videooptimizedfor social viewing, ensuring strong hooks,pacingand clarity.
Partner with Post journalists to create personality-driven, social-first videos tailored for Instagram Reels, TikTok, YouTube Shorts, Snapchat and other platforms, grounded in Post standards and social media policies.
Collaborate with editors,producersand designers across the newsroom to refine the look,voiceand tone of social video.
Evaluate engagement metrics regularly, track performance and adapt production strategies to maximize audience growth and interaction.
Coach journalists on best practices for creating effective social-first video, including scripting,framingand delivery.
Writeaccuratescripts, headlines,captionsand metadata that enhance discoverability and engagement.
At least two years of experience in a professional newsroom.
At least three years of video editing experience.
Strongproficiencyin Adobe Premiere and comfort managing the full social publishing pipeline.
Demonstrated speed and precision in video editing for deadline-driven environments.
Experience publishing to major social platforms and a deep understanding of vertical video best practices.
Strong news judgment, attention to detail and commitment tofact-checkingand accuracy.
Ability to write clear, compelling scripts and social copy quickly.
Experience in audience engagement and working across multiple social platforms.
A demonstrated ability to use analytics to inform editorial and production decisions.
Experience producing video in the field, including operating camera equipment,lightingand audio setups.
A track recordof creative and distinctive work on social media platforms.
Interested candidates should upload a cover letter and résumé to ourjobsportal. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled, but those received byApr. 10will be prioritized. The cover letter should be addressed toSocial Media Director Keely Diven and Managing Editor for Content Strategy Bryan Flaherty.
The salary range for this position is $82,600.00 - $123,800.00. The actualstartingsalary within this range will depend on individual skills,experienceand qualifications as they relate to specific job requirements.
Wherever you are in your life or career, The Washington Post offers comprehensive and inclusive benefits for every step of your journey:
Competitive medical, dental and vision coverage
Company-paid pension and 401(k) match
Three weeks of vacation and up to three weeks of paid sick leave
Nine paid holidays and two personal days
20 weeks paid parental leave for any new parent
Robust mental health resources
Backup care and caregiver concierge services
Gender affirming services
Pet insurance
Free Post digital subscription
Leadership and career development programs
Benefits may vary based on the job, full-time or part-time schedule, location, and collectively bargained status.
Learn more about The Post at careers.washingtonpost.com.
The Washington Post is an award-winning news leader whose mission is to connect, inform, and enlighten local, national and global readers with trustworthy reporting, in-depth analysis and engaging opinions. The Post is as much a tech company as it is a media company, combining world-class journalism with the latest technology and tools so readers can interact with The Post anytime, anywhere. Our approach is always the same– shape ideas, redefine speed, take ownership and lead. Every employee, every project, every day.
