About the Role 2WAY seeks a highly skilled, fast-paced Video Editor & Writer / Producer to join our production team. In this dual-purpose role, you will be the driving force behind the graphic and video elements for a daily live-streamed show, while also serving as a key editorial decision maker. The ideal candidate thrives in a high-speed live broadcast environment, possesses a deep understanding of the political landscape, and has a natural instinct for what makes a strong video clip. You will not only cut the video, you will write the headlines, package the content for our audience, and ensure our live streams meet strict broadcast-quality standards. Key Responsibilities Technical & Production Live Show Prep & Execution: Prepare graphic and video elements for a daily live-streamed show, ensuring seamless integration into the broadcast. Rapid Video Editing: Quickly turn around short video clips on demand, reacting in real-time to live events and requests. Quality Control: Actively monitor live streams to ensure excellent technical performance and broadcast-level quality. Asset Management: Efficiently manage, organize, and transfer files using systems like Google Drive, Frame.io and Dropbox. Editorial & Strategy Content Curation: Watch live broadcasts with a sharp editorial eye to identify, pull, and edit the strongest, most compelling clips for social media platforms. Copywriting & Packaging: Write engaging, high-performing video titles and social copy to accompany your selected clips. Audience Engagement: Put yourself in the audience's shoes to select and package content you know will perform well on our channels, based on the overarching editorial voice. Collaboration: Work closely with, and take direction from, Executive Producers to align on editorial strategy and daily production needs. Qualifications Experience: 5 years of strong editing experience in news, politics, podcasting, live production or a similarly fast-paced environment. Technical Expertise: Extensive knowledge of Adobe Premiere Pro, Photoshop, OBS and common AI tools. Editorial Judgment: A proven track record of making (or informing) high-level editorial decisions and a deep understanding of the political news cycle. Speed & Efficiency: Ability to work at the intense pace of a live broadcast and production environment without sacrificing quality. Communication: Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, with heavy reliance on instant messaging platforms like Slack. Portfolio: Demonstrated proof that your editing and production work meets broadcast-level standards. Social: Hands-on experience managing YouTube channels and a deep, intuitive understanding of the broader online video landscape and algorithmic trends. Work Environment & Requirements Hybrid Schedule: This role is hybrid, requiring some days in our Manhattan office and allowing for remote work on other days. Flexibility: While standard hours apply, this role requires occasional availability outside of normal working hours, including late nights, weekends, and special projects dictated by the news cycle. You must have pre-existing authorization to live and work in the USA. Compensation & Benefits Base Salary: $90,000 Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance. #J-18808-Ljbffr