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Hearst Newspapers

Part-Time Editor

Needham, MA

$27.55 - $36.73/hr

Experience editing long-form television, news, documentary, or magazine-style programming * Familiarity with archival workflows and legacy broadcast formats * Familiarity with Chronicle a plus Value ...

Hearst

Part-Time Editor

Needham, MA

$27.55 - $36.73/hr

Experience editing long-form television, news, documentary, or magazine-style programming * Familiarity with archival workflows and legacy broadcast formats * Familiarity with Chronicle a plus Value ...

Hearst

Part-Time Editor

Needham, MA

$27.55 - $36.73/hr

Experience editing long-form television, news, documentary, or magazine-style programming * Familiarity with archival workflows and legacy broadcast formats * Familiarity with Chronicle a plus Value ...

Hearst Television

Part-Time Editor

Needham, MA

$27.55 - $36.73/hr

Experience editing long-form television, news, documentary, or magazine-style programming * Familiarity with archival workflows and legacy broadcast formats * Familiarity with Chronicle a plus Value ...

Hearst Newspapers

Part-Time Editor

Needham, MA · On-site

$27.55 - $36.73/hr

Experience editing long-form television, news, documentary, or magazine-style programming * Familiarity with archival workflows and legacy broadcast formats * Familiarity with Chronicle a plus Value ...

Hearst Newspapers

Part-Time Editor

Needham, MA · On-site

$27.55 - $36.73/hr

Experience editing long-form television, news, documentary, or magazine-style programming * Familiarity with archival workflows and legacy broadcast formats * Familiarity with Chronicle a plus Value ...

Naughty Dog

Cinematics Editor

Santa Monica, CA · On-site

We are looking for an Editor to assist the editorial team with cinematics for our upcoming title ... Post-production experience with live-action-either fiction or documentary * Experience working at a ...

Hearst Newspapers

Part-Time Editor

Needham, MA

$27.55 - $36.73/hr

Experience editing long-form television, news, documentary, or magazine-style programming * Familiarity with archival workflows and legacy broadcast formats * Familiarity with Chronicle a plus Value ...

Hearst

Part-Time Editor

Needham, MA

$27.55 - $36.73/hr

Experience editing long-form television, news, documentary, or magazine-style programming * Familiarity with archival workflows and legacy broadcast formats * Familiarity with Chronicle a plus Value ...

Hearst

Part-Time Editor

Needham, MA · On-site

$27.55 - $36.73/hr

Experience editing long-form television, news, documentary, or magazine-style programming * Familiarity with archival workflows and legacy broadcast formats * Familiarity with Chronicle a plus Value ...

Hearst Television

Part-Time Editor

Needham, MA · On-site

$27.55 - $36.73/hr

Experience editing long-form television, news, documentary, or magazine-style programming * Familiarity with archival workflows and legacy broadcast formats * Familiarity with Chronicle a plus Value ...

Nen Creative

Editor

San Francisco, CA · Remote

$65K - $100K/yr

Based in the Bay Area (preferred) * 3 to 5 years of experience preferred as an editor, ideally on commercial, brand, or documentary work * Strong reel that demonstrates story sensibility, pacing, and ...

Nen Creative

Editor

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$65K - $100K/yr

Based in the Bay Area (preferred) * 3 to 5 years of experience preferred as an editor, ideally on commercial, brand, or documentary work * Strong reel that demonstrates story sensibility, pacing, and ...

SAIC

Video Editor

Chantilly, VA · On-site

$120K - $160K/yr

... Editor with videography experience to join our team located in Northern VA and help our ... Scripted videos, short and long-form documentaries, animated promos, re-enactments, web series ...

Magnet Media, Inc.

Social Video Editor

New York, NY · On-site

$3.0K - $5.0K/wk

ASAP, launch is early May THE ROLE We are hiring a social video editor who specializes in YouTube Shorts and TikTok to cut social clips for a prestige music documentary podcast hosted by cultural ...

Aalo Atomics

Video Editor

Austin, TX · On-site

$70K/yr

As a Video Editor, you'll support Aalo's growing pipeline of video content, crafting engaging ... Explainer-style corporate or YouTube videos * 5-20 minute documentary-style videos (technology ...

Magnet Media, Inc.

Social Video Editor

New York, NY

$3.0K - $5.0K/wk

ASAP, launch is early May THE ROLE We are hiring a social video editor who specializes in YouTube Shorts and TikTok to cut social clips for a prestige music documentary podcast hosted by cultural ...

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How much do documentary editor jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 16, 2026, the average hourly pay for documentary 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.

What is a Documentary Editor job?

A Documentary Editor is responsible for assembling raw footage, shaping the narrative, and refining the visual and audio elements of a documentary film. They work closely with directors and producers to ensure the story is compelling, cohesive, and aligns with the project's vision. This role involves selecting the best takes, cutting scenes for pacing, adding effects, and integrating music or sound design. Documentary editors must have strong storytelling skills, technical proficiency with editing software, and the ability to craft engaging narratives from real-life footage.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Documentary Editor position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Documentary Editor, you need expertise in video editing, storytelling, and narrative structure, typically supported by a background in film, media, or communications. Proficiency in editing software such as Adobe Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro, or Avid Media Composer is essential, and certification in these programs is often preferred. Strong communication, attention to detail, and the ability to collaborate effectively with directors and producers are critical soft skills in this role. These qualities ensure the ability to craft compelling stories that align with the documentary's vision and engage viewers.

What are some typical challenges a Documentary Editor faces during a project?

Documentary Editors often encounter challenges such as working with large volumes of raw footage, managing tight deadlines, and balancing creative input from multiple collaborators. You may need to shape a compelling narrative from unscripted content, which requires both technical skill and creative problem-solving. Additionally, editors must adapt to changes in story direction as new material emerges or feedback is provided by the production team. Successfully navigating these challenges is key to delivering a polished final product that tells an engaging and coherent story.

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Part-Time Editor

Hearst Newspapers

Needham, MA

$27.55 - $36.73/hr

Part-time

Posted 28 days ago

Job description

WCVB-TV/Chronicle is seeking an experienced part-time Editor to support the development and launch of a new afternoon version of its long-running news magazine program. This temporary role will focus primarily on editing and repurposing digitized archival content for contemporary broadcast television.

This is a technical post-production role. The successful candidate will work closely with a producer who will provide detailed edit notes, structure, and editorial direction for each project. The editor's primary responsibility will be executing those edits with precision, efficiency, and strong technical craftsmanship.

The ideal candidate will possess advanced proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud, particularly Adobe Premiere, and demonstrate exceptional technical editing skills. Responsibilities include polishing and enhancing older video for current broadcast standards through color correction, audio cleanup, formatting, and overall post-production finishing. Candidates should be comfortable working with a wide range of archival footage and varying source quality levels while maintaining organized workflows and meeting production deadlines.

Key Responsibilities

  • Edit and repurpose digitized archival Chronicle content for television rebroadcast 
  • Execute detailed producer edit notes, including music replacement, segment assembly, and refinement 
  • Perform technical enhancement of archival footage 
  • Use a third-party AI audio platform to replace copyrighted music with library tracks 
  • Ensure all edited material meets broadcast technical standards and specifications 
  • Maintain organized project files and post-production workflows 
  • Troubleshoot technical issues with archival source material 
  • Prepare and deliver finished segments according to deadlines 

Qualifications

  • Advanced proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud, especially Adobe Premiere 
  • Strong technical editing and finishing skills 
  • Ability to execute detailed edit instructions accurately and efficiently 
  • Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail 
  • Ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment 
  • Strong communication and collaboration skills 

Preferred Experience

  • Experience working for a broadcast television station 
  • Experience editing long-form television, news, documentary, or magazine-style programming 
  • Familiarity with archival workflows and legacy broadcast formats 
  • Familiarity with Chronicle a plus  

Value in Action

At Hearst Television we tell stories every day. Stories about people of all backgrounds, perspectives, and identities. That's why, behind the scenes, we believe in being an organization that fosters collaboration and open communications, ensuring that the content we create is authentic, accurate, and connected to the communities we serve.

Salary

The estimated base hourly range for this role is between $27.55/hour and $36.73/hour.  The actual base pay offered is dependent upon many factors, such as transferable skills, work experience, business needs, market demands and conditions, including geographic location where the work will be performed, and other factors permitted by law. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future.

Hearst Television (HTV) owns and/or operates 35 television and two radio stations serving 27 media markets across 39 states reaching over 22 million U.S. television households. HTV is recognized as one of the industry's premier broadcasting companies and has been honored with numerous awards for distinguished journalism, industry innovation, and community service.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. we do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, creed, national, origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

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