Digital Video Editor, TODAY Digital Job at NBC Universal in New York

• Compensation: USD 93,000 - USD 110,000 - yearly

Company Description

NBCUniversal is one of the world's leading media and entertainment companies. We create world-class content, which we distribute across our portfolio of film, television, and streaming, and bring to life through our theme parks and consumer experiences. We own and operate leading entertainment and news brands, including NBC, NBC News, MSNBC, CNBC, NBC Sports, Telemundo, NBC Local Stations, Bravo, USA Network, and Peacock, our premium ad-supported streaming service. We produce and distribute premier filmed entertainment and programming through Universal Filmed Entertainment Group and Universal Studio Group, and have world-renowned theme parks and attractions through Universal Destinations & Experiences. NBCUniversal is a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation.

Our impact is rooted in improving the communities where our employees, customers, and audiences live and work. We have a rich tradition of giving back and ensuring our employees have the opportunity to serve their communities. We champion an inclusive culture and strive to attract and develop a talented workforce to create and deliver a wide range of content reflecting our world.

Comcast NBCUniversal has announced its intent to create a new publicly traded company ('Versant') comprised of most of NBCUniversal's cable television networks, including USA Network, CNBC, MSNBC, Oxygen, E!, SYFY and Golf Channel along with complementary digital assets Fandango, Rotten Tomatoes, GolfNow, GolfPass, and SportsEngine. The well-capitalized company will have significant scale as a pure-play set of assets anchored by leading news, sports and entertainment content. The spin-off is expected to be completed during 2025.

Job Description

Want to work with one of America's most loved and trusted brands? The TODAY Digital team is a hub of creativity, imagination and collaboration. We’re looking for a talented and versatile Digital Video Editor to join our team. This role involves editing a wide range of content, from video podcasts and lifestyle pieces to social-first vertical videos for TODAY platforms.

This position is represented by the News Guild – NY CWA.

Responsibilities:

• Edit and deliver high-quality video content for TODAY’s digital and social platforms, including YouTube, Instagram, and TikTok, often on a tight deadline.
• Sync footage, cut full episodes, color correct, mix audio, and integrate motion graphics as needed.
• Color-correct and tweak videos for optimal color and lighting.
• Create short, platform-optimized vertical videos from longer features and podcast episodes.
• Collaborate closely with producers to craft cohesive, engaging edits that align with TODAY’s editorial voice and standards.
• Maintain organized workflows and delivery timelines across multiple concurrent edits.
• Stay informed of trends in digital and social video to help TODAY reach and inspire new audiences.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of professional editing experience, ideally in a news or entertainment digital media environment.
• Expert-level proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud (Premiere, After Effects, Photoshop).
• Proven experience cutting video podcasts, lifestyle content, and social-first videos.
• Working knowledge of color correction, sound design, and motion graphics.
• Strong editorial judgment and storytelling instincts.
• Ability to work quickly, collaboratively, and calmly under deadline.

Additional Requirements:

• Hybrid: This position has been designated as hybrid, which currently requires contributing from the office a minimum of three days per week. Beginning January 5, 2026, hybrid employees will be required to work from the office a minimum of four days per week. The Company reserves the right to change in-office requirements at any time.

This position is eligible for company sponsored benefits, including medical, dental and vision insurance, 401(k), paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and a variety of other discounts and perks. Learn more about the benefits offered by NBCUniversal by visiting the Benefits page of the Careers website.

Salary range:$93,000 - $110,000

Additional Information

As part of our selection process, external candidates may be required to attend an in-person interview with an NBCUniversal employee at one of our locations prior to a hiring decision. NBCUniversal's policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and require support throughout the application and/or recruitment process as a result of your disability, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation. You can submit your request to AccessibilitySupport@nbcuni.com.