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Daily Wire

Video Editor (Contractor)

Nashville, TN · On-site

** This position would contract from mid-September until end of January ** The Daily Wire is seeking a contract Video Editor to support our team on a select number of video projects. This individual ...

Daily Wire

Video Editor (Contractor)

Nashville, TN

** This position would contract from mid-September until end of January ** The Daily Wire is seeking a contract Video Editor to support our team on a select number of video projects. This individual ...

Daily Wire

Video Editor (Contractor)

Nashville, TN · On-site

** This position would contract from mid-September until end of January ** The Daily Wire is seeking a contract Video Editor to support our team on a select number of video projects. This individual ...

History Factory

Video Editor

Washington, DC · Remote

Video Editor (Contract) Location: Washington, D.C. (Hybrid/Remote options available) About History Factory At History Factory, we believe a company's story is its greatest asset. For more than 45 ...

Doctor Multimedia

Video Editor

San Diego, CA · On-site

We're looking for a Video Editor to create high-visibility content for a high-profile personal ... Details * Onsite in La Jolla UTC Mall (with potential for travel). * 1099 Contract * Business ...

Red Carrot

Photographer / Video Editor

Arlington, VA · On-site

On‑Site - Arlington, VA This position is contingent upon contract award. About the Role Red Carrot is seeking a Journeyman Photographer/Video Editor to support the customer's External Affairs ...

American College of Education

Video Editor (Contract)

$600 - $750/wk

American College of Education (ACE) is seeking a creative, organized, and highly motivated Video Editor (Contract) to help expand our video content library and bring ACE stories to life across social ...

Bowhead

Video Editor

Fort Belvoir, VA · On-site

$90K - $120K/yr

Overview Video Editor (DTRA PAO) Bowhead is seeking a Video Editor for the upcoming DTRA PAO contract in Fort Belvoir, VA. In this role, you will plan, shoot, and edit high-quality video products ...

Bowhead

Video Editor

Fort Belvoir, VA · On-site

$90K - $120K/yr

Overview Video Editor (DTRA PAO) Bowhead is seeking a Video Editor for the upcoming DTRA PAO contract in Fort Belvoir, VA. In this role, you will plan, shoot, and edit high-quality video products ...

Red Carrot

Photographer / Video Editor

Arlington, VA · On-site

On-Site - Arlington, VA ⚠ This position is contingent upon contract award. ABOUT THE ROLE Red Carrot is seeking a Journeyman Photographer/Video Editor to support the customer's External Affairs ...

Red Carrot

Photographer / Video Editor

Arlington, VA · On-site

On-Site - Arlington, VA ⚠ This position is contingent upon contract award. ABOUT THE ROLE Red Carrot is seeking a Journeyman Photographer/Video Editor to support the customer's External Affairs ...

INVIZ

Social Video Editor (Contract)

Santa Monica, CA · On-site

$25 - $35/hr

Invisible Narratives is looking for a contract Social Video Editor. You live on YouTube, TikTok, and Reels, and you know how to cut content that performs there. You understand hooks, pacing, and ...

INVIZ

Social Video Editor (Contract)

Santa Monica, CA · On-site

$25 - $35/hr

Invisible Narratives is looking for a contract Social Video Editor. You live on YouTube, TikTok, and Reels, and you know how to cut content that performs there. You understand hooks, pacing, and ...

Adecco

Adobe Premiere Pro Video Editor

Sunnyvale, CA

$68.52/hr

Responsibilities for Adobe Premiere Pro video editor include but are not limited to: · Seeking a contract Adobe Premiere Pro video editor with experience cutting corporate, educational, and ...

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As of Sep 13, 2026, the average hourly pay for contract video editor in the United States is $31.60, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $21.39 and $39.66 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A Contract Video Editor is a freelance or temporary professional hired to edit video content for clients or companies on a project-by-project basis. They use editing software to assemble raw footage, add effects, adjust audio, and ensure the final product meets creative and technical standards. Contract Video Editors may work remotely or on-site and often collaborate with directors, producers, and other creatives. Their workload and income can vary depending on project availability and client needs.

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Video Editor (Contractor)

Nashville, TN • On-site

Daily Wire
Motion Picture and Video Production • 201 - 500 employees
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Contractor

Posted 12 days ago

Job description

** This position would contract from mid-September until end of January **
The Daily Wire is seeking a contract Video Editor to support our team on a select number of video projects. This individual will transform raw footage into polished, engaging content using strong editing skills, creative judgment, and established Daily Wire editing standards.
Working closely with the Director of Post-Production and other Production leaders, the Video Editor Contractor will help bring the creative vision for each assigned project to life. If you are a talented editor who can deliver high-quality work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment, we would love to hear from you.
Responsibilities
  • Edit assigned long- and short-form video projects, including original content, promotional videos, and other project-based programming.
  • Transform raw footage into compelling, polished content through creative editing and effective storytelling.
  • Create precise assembly edits, string-outs, and final finishing edits across various digital video formats.
  • Collaborate with the Director of Post-Production and other project stakeholders to review edits and implement creative feedback.
  • Create and maintain templates for assigned projects to promote consistency and efficient workflows.
  • Convert, transcode, and compress media according to project-specific post-production and delivery requirements.
  • Organize and archive footage, project files, and final deliverables for each assigned project.
  • Deliver high-quality work according to established project timelines, budgets, and specifications while communicating effectively with team members and supervisors.

Experience & Requirements
  • 2+ years of professional video editing experience, including social media, assembly, and editorial work.
  • Working knowledge of video production and post-production workflows.
  • Proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud applications, particularly Premiere Pro and Photoshop.
  • Strong knowledge of digital media formats, codecs, image types, resolutions, and frame rates.
  • Experience with After Effects, motion graphics, audio mixing, and color correction is preferred.
  • Strong visual sensibility with an excellent understanding of pacing and storytelling.
  • Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet tight deadlines.
  • Strong organizational, decision-making, and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to receive, interpret, and implement feedback from management.
  • Proficiency in Google Workspace and the ability to learn new tools and processes.
  • Excellent written and verbal English communication skills.
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively while maintaining professionalism, confidentiality, dependability, and a positive, team-oriented attitude.

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