Video Editor

Longwell Partners is a full-service, pro-democracy communications firm based in Washington, DC. We specialize in high-profile political projects, including Home of the Brave, The Bulwark, and Republican Voters Against Trump.

If you are a fast, sharp editor who follows politics closely, thinks in narratives, and wants your work to matter in the real world, this role is for you.

About the role

As our newest video hire, you will join our in-house video team and work closely with our political communications strategists and social media team. You should bring strong editorial instincts and the ability to turn complex political moments into clear, compelling, social-first video.

Your responsibilities

• Edit full-length podcast episodes for YouTube, including multi-cam setups, graphics, and audio cleanup.
• Transform scripts and messaging guidance from our communications teams into visually compelling content that aligns with project goals.
• Edit political ads and short-form narratives, optimizing pacing and aspect ratios for everything from web and TV to TikTok and Reels.
• Cut down long-form interviews (1.5+ hours) into tight, narrative-driven 1-4 minute videos as well as distinct social clips.
• Monitor the daily news cycle to rapidly source footage and produce timely, relevant content that stops the scroll.

What we're looking for

• 3+ years of professional video editing or production experience.
• High proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, including Premiere Pro, After Effects, and Photoshop.
• Ability to source news footage, clean and mix dialogue, and color-correct for web and social.
• Genuine interest in politics and current events. You follow the news closely and understand the context behind what you're editing.
• Strong familiarity with vertical video formats, platform trends, and what is actually breaking through in today's media environment.
• Comfort working in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Ability to be in our downtown DC office five days a week. This is not a remote or hybrid role.

Preferred qualifications

• Physical production experience, including filming, lighting, and camera operation.
• Comfort using AI tools to speed up and sharpen production workflows.
• Background in political campaigns, advocacy, journalism, or media.

Why join us

• Base salary range: $60,000 – $95,000
• 100% covered medical insurance
• 401(k) matching program
• Metro-accessible, downtown DC location
• Opportunities to learn, grow, and do work that reaches large audiences and actually matters

To apply

Please send your resume and a demo reel to jobs@longwellpartners.com. Your reel should showcase your editing pacing, storytelling ability, and social-first content. "Easy Apply" is not your friend here. We will consider email applications much more seriously than any Easy Apply submission.

We look forward to hearing from you.