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Hearst Television

Part-Time Editor

Needham, MA · On-site

$27.55 - $36.73/hr

Responsibilities include polishing and enhancing older video for current broadcast standards ... Experience editing long-form television, news, documentary, or magazine-style programming

New York Post

PT Video Editor

New York, NY

$40/hr

The New York Post video team is seeking an on-call part-time Video Editor (various shifts, as needed) to help create compelling, shareable videos. Someone who believes news doesn't have to be boring ...

Daydream

Video Editor (Part-Time Contract)

New York, NY · On-site +1

The Role We're looking for a video editor to take raw footage of Daydream in action and turn it ... Logistics This is a part-time contract role, and it's remote. We're flexible on cadence and can ...

WHDH-TV

Photographer/Video Editor - Part Time

Boston, MA · On-site

$21.22 - $26.55/hr

WHDH is hiring a part-time photographer/editor to shoot and edit news stories on deadline. A thorough knowledge of all ENG practices is required. Candidates should be adept multitaskers comfortable ...

TEGNA Inc.

Sports & News Video Editor

Seattle, WA · On-site

$21.65 - $27.09/hr

KING TV is looking for an experienced Video Editor to join our prestigious news operation ... TEGNA offers two medical plan options for full and part-time employees through Blue Cross Blue ...

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How much do part time documentary video editor jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 22, 2026, the average hourly pay for part time documentary 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.

What is the difference between Part Time Documentary Video Editor vs Part Time Corporate Video Editor?

AspectPart Time Documentary Video EditorPart Time Corporate Video Editor
CredentialsEditing skills, storytelling, basic video editing certificationsEditing skills, corporate communication knowledge, basic certifications
Work EnvironmentOn-location shoots, documentary production settingsOffice settings, corporate events, promotional videos
Industry UsageFilm festivals, documentary channels, independent projectsBusinesses, marketing agencies, internal communications

While both roles require strong editing skills and familiarity with video editing software, the Part Time Documentary Video Editor focuses on storytelling for documentary projects often involving on-location shoots and independent production. In contrast, the Part Time Corporate Video Editor primarily creates videos for business purposes, such as marketing or internal communications, typically in office environments.

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Infographic showing various Part Time Documentary Video Editor job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 59% Locum Tenens, 29% Full Time, 11% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 71% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 26% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $65,728 per year, or $31.6 per hour.
Part-Time Editor

Part-Time Editor

Hearst Television

Needham, MA • On-site

$27.55 - $36.73/hr

Part-time

Re-posted 4 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.
About Us
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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