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Associate Editor

Ironclad Media Alliance · Virginia Beach, VA, USA · Remote ·

Job type:
Full Time

IRONCLAD is hiring a Part‑Time Associate Editor to support our production pipeline. This is not a “creative hobbyist” role. This is a production‑line operator inside a high‑performance system. You will be responsible for preparing projects so our senior editors can move fast and finish clean. If you like structure, speed, and clear ownership—this is for you.

Description
This position is 100% on‑site at our HQ. REMOTE applicants will not be considered. We are looking for a dedicated team member to be physically present and integrated into our studio culture. Please do not apply if you are seeking remote or hybrid work.

Part‑Time Associate Editor (Video + Audio)
The Role
We’re hiring a Part‑Time Associate Editor to support our production pipeline.

This is not a “creative hobbyist” role.

This is a production‑line operator inside a high‑performance system.

You will be responsible for preparing projects so our senior editors can move fast and finish clean.

If you like structure, speed, and clear ownership—this is for you.

Core Responsibilities

Download and ingest podcast recordings immediately after sessions

Locate and organize raw footage from our production server

Identify all relevant assets (video, audio, B‑roll, photos)

Maintain clean, consistent folder structures across all projects

Label and name files according to IRONCLAD naming conventions

Ensure projects are organized for immediate senior editor access

Sync video + audio in Adobe Premiere Pro with precision

Clean and enhance dialogue using Adobe Podcast tools

Remove noise, improve clarity, and ensure broadcast‑ready sound

Run AutoPod to generate rough cuts

QA all synced footage before saving and handing off

Apply IRONCLAD color presets or perform manual correction

Ensure consistency across cameras and lighting conditions

Flag any visual inconsistencies before handoff

Project Prep & Handoff

Save and structure Premiere project files correctly on server

Ensure zero missing or offline media

Add markers and notes for senior editors

Prep projects so they can be picked up and edited immediately

Film Shoot Assembly (Originals)

Build string‑outs / rough assemblies for Originals content

Organize footage to support narrative development

What Good Looks Like

Projects are clean, organized, and instantly usable

Senior editors never waste time looking for assets

Audio is clean and synced—no rework required

Files follow a repeatable system every time

You move fast without breaking structure

Tools

AutoPod

Shared production servers / cloud storage systems

Who You Are

Detail‑obsessed and system‑driven

Fast, reliable, and consistent

Comfortable working inside structured workflows

Not precious about creative—focused on execution

Able to handle volume without losing quality

Schedule & Compensation

Part‑Time (approx. 15–25 hrs/week)

Flexible schedule with deadline accountability

Compensation based on experience

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