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About WHYY

WHYY serves the Philadelphia region with trusted journalism, eye-opening storytelling and intimate local arts programming. Our curiosity and commitment to this community is what drives our programming. It’s also what drives our hiring.

Below you’ll find an employment opportunity in the fast-paced setting of the Philadelphia region’s leading public media provider. The award-winning professional staff of WHYY sets the bar high in television, radio and online. Whether it’s preparing a program to air or a behind-the-scenes role in support, all positions are vital to continuing—and growing—our impact in our community.

WHYY offers a voice to those not heard, a platform to share everyone’s stories, a foundation to empower early and lifelong learners and a trusted space for unbiased news. Learn more about our Social Responsibility Program. It’s how we live.

About the Role

WHYY is seeking a Multimedia Editor/Production Technician who can shape stories in the edit by using pacing, visual continuity, motion graphics, and sound design to create cohesive and engaging final pieces. The candidate will work primarily in Avid Media Composer, Adobe Premiere, and Adobe After Effects to deliver polished content for broadcast, streaming, and digital platforms, including documentaries, studio programs, podcasts, digital-first series, and social media cutdowns.

While editing is the core function, this role also benefits from a working knowledge of field and studio production to support shoots when needed and collaborate effectively with producers, videographers, hosts, and content teams. If you love bringing stories to life in the edit, this is a role where your creative instincts and technical craft have a direct impact on what audiences see and feel when they watch WHYY.

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Editing & Post-Production (Primary Responsibility)

• Edit short- and long-form video content using Avid Media Composer and Adobe Premiere.

• Use Adobe After Effects to create and refine graphics, motion elements, titles, lower thirds, and transitional animations.

• Mix and sweeten audio; integrate music and sound design for clarity, tone, and emotional impact.

• Prepare final outputs for broadcast, streaming, and social platforms, ensuring correct formatting and technical specifications.

• Maintain project organization, version control, backups, and archiving workflows.

Digital & Cross-Platform Optimization

• Adapt edited content for YouTube, Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and WHYY.org.

• Apply best practices for aspect ratios, captions, visual accessibility, metadata, and platform-specific pacing.

• Create social cutdowns and promotional clips tied to engagement strategy and audience reach.

Production Support (Secondary / As Needed)

• Support field and studio productions by assisting with camera, lighting, and audio setup.

• Ensure footage is captured to support smooth and efficient post-production workflows.

• Provide technical troubleshooting and operational support for shoots, live events, and studio sessions.

Collaboration & Workflow

• Work closely with producers, hosts, and content teams to interpret editorial goals and narrative direction.

• Coordinate timelines, media management, and delivery schedules across multiple simultaneous projects.

• Stay informed about emerging editing, graphics, and media workflow tools to help refine production processes.

*This is a union position that will require IBEW membership

Education: High School Diploma required; college coursework or professional training in media production preferred.

Experience:

• Minimum 4+ years of professional video editing experience.

• Demonstrated skill applying motion graphics and visual enhancement in Adobe After Effects.

• Experience preparing content for broadcast and/or digital-first distribution.

• Experience supporting studio or field production is preferred but not required, as the primary focus is on the role.

Technical Skills:

• Advanced skills in Avid Media Composer, Adobe Premiere, Adobe After Effects, and related Creative Suite tools.

• Strong audio post-production and mixing abilities.

• Working knowledge of camera systems (Sony FS-7, Sony Alpha/Fx), lighting setups, and audio recording workflows.

• Familiarity with digital video codecs, export specs, and media management best practices.

*This position requires IBEW membership.