Social Video Editor

The Washington Post is seeking a creative and versatile social video editor to help drive visual storytelling across our social platforms. This role will identify and create high-impact news video as well as work with Post journalists to create social-first video that resonates across Instagram, TikTok, YouTube Shorts, Snapchat, X and emerging platforms.

Requirements

• At least two years of experience in a professional newsroom.
• At least three years of video editing experience.
• Strong proficiency in 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 to fact-checking and 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, lighting and audio setups.
• A track record of creative and distinctive work on social media platforms.

Benefits

• 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