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About Our TeamThe Washington Post is powered by the passion and talent of our people. It takes all of us to reinvent news. Beyond our award-winning Newsroom and Opinions teams, we work across many departments, including Brand & Events, Communications, Customer Care, Engineering & Product, Finance, Human Resources, Legal, Marketing & Advertising, Print Operations, and Sales.
Why This Role Matters
The Washington Post Opinions team seeks a Washington-based journalist to produce and edit social-first video, with an emphasis on engaging new audiences where they are.
This producer will work with Opinion journalists to bring sharp, relevant commentary to life on vertical video. We’re looking for a skilled editor who can work quickly and cleanly, shaping concepts with seasoned journalists and turning ideas into engaging videos while they are in the zeitgeist. They will have experience working on tight deadlines for maximum impact and creating multimedia content that feels platform-native.
The ideal candidate will combine sharp editing instincts, strong news judgement and a clear understanding of how to grow audiences on social platforms. They should be comfortable with a range of video styles, starting with talking head videos and expanding to man-on-the-street videos, podcast clips and more. They will be creative storytellers who can make informed judgements about the optimal video formats, based on topics and social trends.
We’re interested in applicants with experimental spirits, who want to find new ways of connecting audiences to opinion journalism.
What Motivates YouYou are passionate about the news and excited to work with talented journalists to channel their reporting and commentary on real-world events.
You thrive in small, high-output teams.
You are comfortable working independently in fast-moving environments and on deadline.
You have an eye for attention-grabbing clips, visuals and framing.
You want to build engaged online communities around our talent and perspectives.
Collaborate with Opinion journalists to turn their commentary and perspectives into engaging vertical videos.
Produce and edit compelling, rigorous social-first videos reacting to the news.
Work with columnists on best practices for filming and posting social-friendly video formats.
Collaborate with social media editors to promote clips on brand accounts, with an eye toward building community.
Develop regular formats or franchises to drive community and habit with social audiences.
Edit quick-turn and evergreen podcast clips for Instagram, TikTok and YouTube Shorts.
2+ years of relevant journalism experience or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience
Expertise in Adobe Premiere Pro, After Effects or Final Cut.
Proficiency with Photoshop/Illustrator for thumbnail design.
Prior experience working on social accounts or creator channels.
Familiarity with analytics dashboards (YouTube, CrowdTangle, Sprout, etc.).
A deep understanding of the social landscape, including the dynamics of different platforms.
Wherever you are in your life or career, The Washington Post offers comprehensive and inclusive benefits for every step of your journey:
Competitive medical, dental and vision coverage
Company-paid pension and 401(k) match
Three weeks of vacation and up to three weeks of paid sick leave
Nine paid holidays and two personal days
20 weeks paid parental leave for any new parent
Robust mental health resources
Backup care and caregiver concierge services
Gender affirming services
Pet insurance
Free Post digital subscription
Leadership and career development programs
Benefits may vary based on the job, full-time or part-time schedule, location, and collectively bargained status.
The salary range for this position is:
$82,600 - $123,800 AnnualThe actual salary within this range will depend on individual skills, experience, and qualifications as they relate to specific job requirements. This position may be eligible for a bonus or incentive program, and a member of the Talent Acquisition team will discuss bonus payment terms and conditions during the interview process.
Learn more about The Post at careers.washingtonpost.com.
Skills Required
- 2+ years of relevant journalism experience or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience
- Expertise in Adobe Premiere Pro, After Effects or Final Cut
- Proficiency with Photoshop/Illustrator for thumbnail design
- Prior experience working on social accounts or creator channels
- Familiarity with analytics dashboards (YouTube, CrowdTangle, Sprout, etc.)
- A deep understanding of the social landscape, including the dynamics of different platforms
The Washington Post Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about The Washington Post and has not been reviewed or approved by The Washington Post.
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Healthcare Strength — Healthcare coverage is described as comprehensive, with medical, dental, and vision plans, robust mental‑health resources, and for Guild‑covered roles, employer‑paid single coverage plus an HRA for certain travel needs. Feedback suggests these features make core health benefits a reliable anchor even as specifics can vary by role.
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Parental & Family Support — Paid parental leave is highlighted at a generous level for all new parents, alongside backup care, caregiver concierge, and gender‑affirming services in some postings. These family‑forward supports stand out within the broader package.
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Pay Growth & Progression — Recent union agreements secured across‑the‑board raises and significantly higher salary floors for lower‑paid cohorts, with automatic increases beginning in 2024. Feedback suggests these gains improved satisfaction at the lower end even as overall pay views remain varied.
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What We Do
The Washington Post is an award-winning news leader whose mission is to connect, inform, and enlighten local, national and global readers with trustworthy reporting, in-depth analysis and engaging opinions. The Post is as much a tech company as it is a media company, combining world-class journalism with the latest technology and tools so readers can interact with The Post anytime, anywhere. Our approach is always the same– shape ideas, redefine speed, take ownership and lead. Every employee, every project, every day.
Why Work With Us
Rapidly growing, this team is committed to creating excellent experiences and products worthy of our tradition and our future. Our dedication to innovation, excellence and integrity are at the core of what we do, and why our employees are proud to call The Post their home.
