Social - first video editor

About The Free Press

The Free Press is one of the fastest-growing media organizations in the world, founded by Bari Weiss and built on the ideals that once defined great American journalism: honesty, doggedness, and fierce independence. We publish investigative reporting and provocative commentary about the world as it actually is—with the quality once expected from the legacy press, but with the fearlessness of the new.

Our mission is to illuminate overlooked and nuanced ideas, challenge conventional narratives, and bring clarity to complex issues—from tariffs and the role of Wall Street, to the debate of Bitcoin vs. gold, to the impact of AI on our daily lives.

We reach hundreds of thousands of highly engaged subscribers through our newsletter network and extend our impact with bundled offerings that include the podcast Honestly with Bari Weiss, live events, and original video content. As a rapidly growing digital media company, we are committed to building a thriving community of readers and listeners who value independent thinking and rigorous storytelling.

Position Overview

The Free Press is looking for a Social-First Video Editor to help us bring our journalism to millions more people online. This person will play a key role in growing our presence on TikTok, Instagram Reels, and YouTube Shorts by creating must-watch, viral content.

What You’ll Do

• Edit short-form, social-first videos from our podcasts, YouTube shows, and reported articles
• Edit compelling viral clips featuring our reporters and stories
• Experiment with new formats and trends to increase engagement, reach, and followers
• Work closely with the Head of Social Media to execute and expand our social video strategy

Who You Are

• A creative, scrappy go-getter with a sharp eye for viral content
• A team player who thrives in a fast-paced newsroom environment
• A news junkie with strong editorial judgment
• Passionate about The Free Press and our mission
• Skilled at editing quickly and with impact for social platforms
• No college degree required

Requirements

• Must live or be willing to relocate to New York City
• Proficiency with Adobe Premiere Pro
• Proven ability to produce engaging short-form content for TikTok, Instagram Reels, or YouTube Shorts

EEO

The Free Press is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. If you need a reasonable accommodation during the application process, please email [email protected].

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Opportunity to help build and scale a rapidly growing media company

Work alongside a team committed to independent, fearless journalism