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WITHIN

Social Editor (Freelancer)

New York, NY · On-site

$23 - $53/hr

Familiarity with generative AI tools for editing, captioning, or effects. * Hands-on experience shooting social-first content (phone or DSLR). * Passion for pop culture, internet trends, and social ...

WITHIN

Social Editor (Freelancer)

New York, NY · Remote

$23 - $53/hr

Familiarity with generative AI tools for editing, captioning, or effects. * Hands-on experience shooting social-first content (phone or DSLR). * Passion for pop culture, internet trends, and social ...

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How much do freelance captioning jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 21, 2026, the average hourly pay for freelance captioning in the United States is $47.71, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $24.28 and $61.78 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Freelance Captioning job?

A Freelance Captioning job involves creating accurate, timed text that appears on videos, films, or live broadcasts to help viewers understand the audio. Captioners transcribe spoken words, sound effects, and other relevant audio cues into readable text. Freelancers in this field work on a per-project basis for clients such as media companies, educational institutions, or online content creators. This job requires strong language skills, attention to detail, and familiarity with captioning software.

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

To thrive as a Freelance Captioner, excellent listening abilities, fast and accurate typing skills, and strong command of written English are essential, often complemented by relevant experience or training in transcription or captioning. Familiarity with captioning software such as EZTitles, CaptionMaker, or similar platforms, as well as knowledge of industry standards like ADA compliance, is typical. Attention to detail, time management, and the ability to self-motivate are key soft skills for managing independent workloads and deadlines. These abilities ensure high-quality, accessible captions, timely delivery, and client satisfaction in a competitive freelance market.

What are the typical challenges freelance captioners face, and how can they be managed?

Freelance captioners often navigate tight deadlines, audio quality issues, and varying client requirements, which can be challenging, especially with inconsistent work volumes. To manage these, it's important to maintain a flexible schedule, continuously improve your technical skills, and communicate clearly with clients regarding project expectations. Using reliable captioning tools and developing a streamlined workflow can help maintain accuracy and efficiency. Building a network of regular clients and seeking feedback can also support steady assignments and professional growth.

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Social Editor (Freelancer)

Social Editor (Freelancer)

WITHIN

New York, NY • On-site

$23 - $53/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 2 days ago

Job description

About the Role: At WITHIN, we push the boundaries of digital creativity. We're looking for a Social Editor to join our creative team, focusing on producing engaging short-form content across TikTok, Instagram Reels, YouTube Shorts, and emerging platforms. This role is perfect for a hands-on editor with a passion for storytelling in fast-moving social environments. You'll collaborate with designers, strategists, and producers to craft culturally relevant, scroll-stopping content that drives results for our clients.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to;
  • Edit and deliver engaging short-form videos optimized for TikTok, Instagram Reels, YouTube Shorts, and other social platforms.
  • Create dynamic motion graphics, typography animations, and visual effects to enhance social content and drive engagement.
  • Repurpose existing footage into platform-specific edits that reflect trends, client voice, and campaign goals.
  • Stay on top of cultural and platform trends, integrating music, memes, and editing techniques that resonate with audiences.
  • Create multiple versions and aspect ratios (9:16, 1:1, 16:9) to fit platform requirements and campaign specs.
  • Collaborate with Creative Leads and Account Managers to ensure all deliverables meet creative and client standards.
  • Ensure accuracy in timing, captions, graphics, and sound across all final assets.

Requirements
  • 1-2 years of professional editing experience, ideally in a digital marketing, social media, or agency environment (internship experience considered).
  • Strong proficiency in Adobe Premiere Pro and After Effects for motion graphics, typography animation, and visual effects.
  • Familiarity with social platforms and their native editing features (TikTok, Instagram, YouTube Shorts, Capcut).
  • Strong understanding of short-form content trends, pacing, and storytelling.
  • Ability to manage multiple edits at once, balancing speed with quality.
  • Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.
  • A collaborative mindset and eagerness to learn from senior team members.

Nice-to-Haves
  • Familiarity with generative AI tools for editing, captioning, or effects.
  • Hands-on experience shooting social-first content (phone or DSLR).
  • Passion for pop culture, internet trends, and social storytelling.

We offer a competitive hourly wage based on ability level:
  • Hourly Rate DOE
  • This is a remote role.

Hourly rate based on education, experience, and skills level ($23-$53)
  • Level 1 - Possesses essential capabilities.
    • $23-$29
  • Level 2 - Possesses developing capabilities.
    • $29-$35
  • Level 3 - Possesses notable capabilities.
    • $35- $41
  • Level 4 - Possesses strong capabilities.
    • $41-$47
  • Level 5 - Possesses advanced capabilities.
    • $47-$53

About WITHIN
WITHIN is the world's first Performance Branding company, partnering with some of the biggest brands in the world to drive business growth through innovative marketing strategies. Our integrated operating model collapses the traditional marketing silos between creative and media, performance and brand, and across media channels. With a full suite of offerings including media, creative, SEO, Lifecycle, Retail Media, Affiliate and Influencer, we're able to work with our brand partners in an integrated fashion, allowing us to align marketing strategies back to core business objectives. Client teams at WITHIN are trained on how to always act as a trusted business partner, acting as a fiduciary to client needs above our own.
Teams at WITHIN have the ability to work with iconic brands such as The North Face, Timberland, Ben and Jerry's and Jose Cuervo. Everyone at WITHIN wants to grow and be challenged. It's a collaborative place made up of small, closely knit and versatile teams that are fast and adaptive to solve problems and build systems.
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We weave AI into everything we do, using the latest tech across all teams to innovate, work smarter, and make better decisions. Whether it's in creative, operations, or anything else, AI helps us level up and do things at a whole new scale. We expect our people to use AI in their daily work, fully embracing it as a critical tool to help us succeed.
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