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May Street

Video Editor

Boston, MA · Remote

$60 - $85/hr

This is not a full-time role and there's no guaranteed volume. It's a bench we're building: editors ... Experience cutting interview-based or documentary-style work; you can find the story in an hour of ...

Podcast Management Inc

Video Editor

Indianapolis, IN · On-site

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Video Editor This is a full-time, in-person position located in Indianapolis, Indiana. About Us ... Experience in digital series, documentary, or structured non-fiction episodic environments ...

Snowball

Video Editor - Snowball

$80K - $100K/yr

  • Medical

  • Vision

  • Retirement

Video Editor - Snowball Full-Time | $80,000-$100,000/year | US Remote We're building the best ... Experience editing educational, narrative, branded, or documentary-style content. * Experience ...

Cato Institute

Senior Video Editor / Video Producer

Washington, DC · On-site

$90K - $150K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Job Type Full-time Description The Cato Institute is seeking a Senior Video Editor to lead day-to ... Own the edit on Cato's highest-visibility projects - documentaries, flagship interview series, and ...

The Agency

Be Seen First

Videographer / Content Creator Follow & Film (Part-Time to Full-Time)

Hudson, OH · On-site

$26 - $40/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • PTO

Resourceful, or Experience shooting and editing video (real estate, personal brand, or documentary ... Open to part-time ( min of 25 hours/week) with a clear path to full-time * [$26-$40per hour] based ...

Gray Television

HNN SPORTS PHOTOGRAPHER/EDITOR - KHNL

Honolulu, HI · On-site

$50K - $60K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Mon. - Fri. (or at Manager's Discretion) Job Type: Full-Time Job Summary/Description: Hawaii News ... documentary, or related storytelling environments • Strong editing skills with the ability to ...

The Church of Eleven22

Media Producer

Jacksonville, FL · On-site

Media Production Manager Status: Full-time, exempt Supervisory Role: No Objective This role is ... Proficiency with industry-standard editing software for short-form documentary content * Strong ...

The Church of Eleven22

Media Producer

Jacksonville, FL · On-site

Media Production Manager Status: Full-time, exempt Supervisory Role: No Objective This role is ... Proficiency with industry-standard editing software for short-form documentary content * Strong ...

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As of Aug 17, 2026, the average hourly pay for full time 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 the difference between Full Time Documentary Editor vs Freelance Documentary Editor?

AspectFull Time Documentary EditorFreelance Documentary Editor
CredentialsTypically requires a degree in film, media, or related field; strong editing skillsSame credentials as full-time, but often self-taught or with varied experience
Work EnvironmentEmployed by a company or studio, working in an office or editing suiteWorks independently, often remotely or on-location
Employer & Industry UsageHired by production companies, broadcasters, or studios for ongoing projectsHired per project or contract by clients, including production companies or independent filmmakers

Full Time Documentary Editors typically work for a single employer with a steady schedule, while Freelance Documentary Editors operate independently, managing multiple clients and projects. Both roles require strong editing skills and industry knowledge, but differ mainly in employment structure and work environment.

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Infographic showing various Full Time Documentary Editor job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 76% Full Time, 18% Part Time, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 72% Physical, 5% Hybrid, and 23% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $65,728 per year, or $31.6 per hour.

Videographer & Video Editor

The Christian Post

Washington, DC • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO

Re-posted 7 days ago

Job description


About This Role


The Christian Post is seeking a skilled, fast-moving Videographer and Video Editor to join our team and lead CP's video growth engine. This is a full execution role: you will shoot, edit, and own the end-to-end production of video content that brings important stories to life - from Capitol Hill to Christian ministry, from urgent cultural moments to human-centered faith narratives.


You'll be spearheading a critical shift in how The Christian Post reaches its audience. Our readers increasingly expect and seek video content. You'll help transform our editorial excellence into visual stories that educate, inform, and engage Christians seeking to understand the times - and the faith implications of what's happening in the world.


If you're a strong shooter who can't edit, or a strong editor who can't shoot, this isn't the role for you. We need both at the same standard. You'll work closely with our editorial team, leadership, and strategic partners (including a major documentary project) to build CP's video portfolio from the ground up.


What You'll Do

  • Execute video shoots on location - covering news events, ministry stories, leadership interviews, and cultural moments relevant to Christian audiences
  • Edit footage into polished, platform-ready content - from short-form social video (Reels, TikToks, YouTube Shorts) to long-form documentary material
  • Produce primarily short-form social content with consistent quality, intentionality, and deep awareness of platform trends and performance
  • Contribute to long-form branded content, website videos, and major projects (including documentary production)
  • Collaborate closely with editorial leadership, reporters, content strategists, and stakeholders to understand story intent and deliver on strategic objectives
  • Stay ahead of platform trends, formats, and what's actually working in social video - and bring those insights to the team
  • Manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously without sacrificing quality or strategic intent


Who We're Looking For

  • Equal confidence behind the camera and in the edit - this role requires mastery of both
  • Someone who holds themselves to a standard before anyone else has to
  • A strong eye for pacing, storytelling, and what makes short-form content perform - combined with the ability to execute long-form work with depth
  • Ability to shoot and edit quickly without losing quality or intention
  • Flexibility in style - you can adapt to serious news moments, faith-based storytelling, cultural commentary, and urgent breaking stories
  • A passion for news, current events, and their cultural/spiritual significance (not required, but valued)
  • Clear communication and collaborative instincts - you'll work with diverse teams and strong personalities
  • Complete ownership of your role and responsibilities; you're not just executing orders - you're shaping our visual voice


Experience & Requirements

  • 3+ years of professional videography and editing experience (freelance, agency, newsroom, or equivalent)
  • A portfolio demonstrating: short-form social content, long-form branded/documentary work, and full shoot-to-edit ownership
  • Proficiency in Adobe Premiere Pro and After Effects; DaVinci Resolve a plus
  • Experience with professional camera systems (RED, Canon, Sony, Panasonic) and on-location shooting in varying conditions
  • Strong understanding of current social video platforms and what content performs well on each
  • Experience in news, documentary, or editorial contexts is highly valued


The Offer

This is a full-time, in-office position based in Washington, D.C.

  • Health insurance (medical, dental, vision)
  • Paid time off (vacation, holidays, sick days, maternity/paternity)
  • A collaborative, fast-moving team environment with real room to grow and shape how Christian media evolves


How to Apply

Submit your resume, a cover letter explaining why you're passionate about bringing these stories to life, and a portfolio or link to your work (required). Applications submitted without a portfolio will not be considered.
Please fill the application one time only.