Lead Video Editor / Storytelling & Post-Production

Lead Video Editor / Storytelling & Post-Production

New York, NY • Full-time · In-Person
About the Job

We're a fast-moving startup in the NYC metro area building documentary-style and interview-driven content as our core. On top of that, we aim for bold, high-profile shoots — from cinematic team journeys across Europe to stunts like blowing up a car in Vegas. The focus is story-driven filmmaking, but the ceiling is limitless. Every piece must meet professional standards — no excuses.
What You'll Do

Own the edit: turn raw interviews, team moments, and events into cinematic, story-driven films.
Craft stories from hours of b-roll and dialogue, shaping pacing, emotion, and retention.
Deliver snappy, cinematic cuts optimized for YouTube, Shorts, TikTok, and other social platforms.
Add tasteful 2D motion graphics, titles, and kinetic text to elevate edits without overloading them.
Color grade and mix audio to professional standards.
Build repeatable editing pipelines for speed, quality, and consistency.
Travel with the team (domestic + international) on short notice to capture content and cut on the move.
Gear We'll Provide

Sony FX3 + Sony FX30s
Sigma zooms + primes
Ronin + DJI gimbals
Professional lighting + audio kits
DJI drone
Top-tier MacBook Pro
Work Expectations (Non-Negotiable)

In-office, five days a week, 9–6 minimum (New York City).
This is NOT freelance, remote, or side work.
Occasional weekends depending on project load.
We're not clock-watchers — we care about output. Most of the team stays late because we're here to build a legacy and ship our best work.
You are the lead creative for post-production: every day editing, setting the bar for quality.
What We're Looking For

Proven experience editing cinematic, story-driven short-form and social content.
Portfolio that shows both polish and pace: fast, cinematic, and impossible to ignore.
Technical strength in color grading, audio, and post workflows.
Ability to explain your creative decisions and editing logic.
Detail-obsessed and fast. Nothing sloppy, nothing slow.
Passionate: every edit makes you proud.
Legal U.S. work authorization.
Ability to travel internationally on short notice.
Nice to Have

Comfortable shooting interviews, b-roll, or events when needed.
You don't need to be a DP, but if you can pick up a Sony FX3 and capture clean, usable footage, that's a big plus.
Style & References

We're not looking for generic corporate edits. Our content should feel cinematic, fast-paced, and social-native — sharp cuts, documentary realism, and motion graphics that support the story.
Examples of the energy, pacing, and quality we expect:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0VAln7Nj6XA
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1gTtQFYFwpw
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xNOtobFvCp8
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rgZU5pDf6mw
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1a92cH5AFr0
If your portfolio doesn't meet this level of polish and energy, don't apply.
Dealbreakers (Do NOT Apply If)

You cannot show actual examples of high-quality edits.
You lack U.S. work authorization or can't travel abroad.
You want remote/flexible scheduling.
You treat this as just a paycheck instead of your craft.
Your work shows sloppy pacing, weak story, or unpolished execution.
Salary & Compensation

$75K–$105K base (depending on portfolio and proven experience).
Performance-based bonuses.
0.5% equity ownership in the company.
Perks

Free lunches, unlimited snacks & drinks.
Regular domestic + international travel.
Direct collaboration with founders on high-impact projects.
Creative control and leadership in shaping our visual style.
Build a standout portfolio with pro gear and ambitious, cinematic projects.