The Dispatch is hiring: Podcast & Video Editor in Washington

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Base pay range

$65,000.00/yr - $85,000.00/yr

About The Dispatch: At a time of growing industry uncertainty and an alarming erosion of civic discourse, The Dispatch stands out as a platform for thoughtful coverage, respectful dialogue, and a wildly engaged community of paying members. We bring a perspective—we’re right‑of‑center—but we’re fiercely independent, standing apart from media outlets increasingly engaged in partisan boosterism. Started in 2019 by Steve Hayes, the editor‑in‑chief of The Weekly Standard, and Jonah Goldberg, editor at National Review, The Dispatch has filled a valuable gap in the media ecosystem as captured by articles in the New York Times, Vanity Fair, The Atlantic, and other publications.

Role Overview

We’re looking for a skilled Podcast & Video Editor who can take our audio and video production to the next level. The ideal candidate is an audio engineer by training who’s also comfortable editing video interviews and producing YouTube content with a polished, professional feel. You’ll begin by enhancing our existing podcasts, then help create new, ambitious multimedia projects. You’re passionate about transforming raw material into compelling content that captures audience attention, with both the technical expertise to elevate sound design and the visual sense to make YouTube videos stand out. You also excel at interpersonal communication, working diplomatically with collaborators at all levels in fast‑paced recording environments.

Responsibilities

• Edit and mix podcast episodes across multiple shows to professional broadcast standards
• Perform full‑service post‑production: EQ, compression, noise reduction, leveling, and mastering
• Incorporate creative sound‑design elements such as music beds and transitions
• Provide technical support for occasional live recording events in audio & video
• Coordinate with hosts and producers to ensure consistent audio quality across remote recordings (Riverside, local tracks, etc.)
• Produce and direct podcast recordings as necessary
• Edit audio podcasts and videos for multiple distribution platforms
• Enhance visual presentation: multicam switching, speaker close‑ups, color balance
• Add branding elements to videos (intro/outro, lower‑thirds, captions)
• Develop and maintain a consistent visual style guide for video podcasts
• Create highlight clips and short‑form content optimized for social media discovery
• Publish podcasts and videos to all necessary platforms
• Maintain organized project files and publishing workflows
• Establish production templates and standards for future shows
• Collaborate on new show development and format experimentation

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in podcast or broadcast audio production
• Expert level proficiency in at least one DAW (Pro Tools, Audition, Logic, or Reaper)
• Strong video editing skills in Premiere Pro or DaVinci Resolve
• Portfolio demonstrating broadcast‑quality audio mixes and polished video content
• Experience with remote recording platforms, such as Riverside, and multicam editing
• Strong eye for visual presentation and pacing in interview‑based video
• Knowledge of professional audio and video equipment
• Understanding of best practices for podcast and video production
• Self‑directed work style with excellent communication skills
• Comfortable in a fast‑paced environment

Bonus Skills

• Experience with motion graphics or animation (After Effects, Motion)
• Knowledge of podcast hosting platforms and distribution workflows
• Experience with Descript
• Background in news podcasting and journalism

To Apply

• Resume
• Portfolio or links to 2‑3 projects showcasing your audio mixing and video editing work, describing what you did in each sample
• Brief cover letter explaining your interest in The Dispatch and this role

We’re committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, or veteran status. We’re proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.

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