Social Media Video Editor/Producer New New York, New York

Overview

Bridgewater Associates is a premier asset management firm, focused on delivering unique insight and partnership for the most sophisticated global institutional investors.
Our investment process is driven by a tireless pursuit to understand how the world’s markets and economies work — using cutting-edge technology to validate and execute on timeless and universal investment principles.
Founded in 1975, we are a community of independent thinkers who share a commitment for excellence. By fostering a culture of openness, transparency, and inclusion, we strive to unlock the most complex questions in investment strategy, management, and corporate culture.
Explore more information about Bridgewater on our website here.
About the Role

We are seeking a

Social-First Video Editor / Producer

to help shape how Bridgewater shows up across modern platforms. This role sits at the intersection of content, storytelling, and distribution — responsible for creating high-performing, platform-native video that captures attention, drives engagement, and builds brand relevance.
This individual is both a

maker and operator : someone who can concept quickly, shoot when needed using lightweight setups (iPhone / small rigs), and execute fast-turn edits (same or next day) without sacrificing quality.
They bring a deep understanding of

what makes content perform in-feed

— from hooks and pacing to subtitles, formatting, and platform-specific nuances — and are fluent in translating ideas into compelling short-form video.
This role partners closely with Brand, Communications, and Content teams to bring ideas to life in ways that are timely, culturally relevant, and optimized for distribution.
You will be a fit if you

Are obsessed with

social-first storytelling

and understand how content competes for attention in-feed
Have a strong instinct for

hooks, pacing, retention curves, and viewer behavior
Can independently

shoot high-quality video

using lightweight, agile setups (iPhone, mirrorless, small rigs)
Execute

fast-turn edits

(same-day / next-day) while maintaining a high creative bar
Are fluent in

platform optimization

(aspect ratios, captions, thumbnails, trends, specs across LinkedIn, Instagram, X, YouTube, etc.)
Use

subtitles, graphics, and motion

intentionally to increase accessibility and engagement
Are highly iterative — comfortable testing, learning, and refining content based on performance
Balance

creative instinct with performance data , continuously improving output
Thrive in a fast-paced environment with shifting priorities and tight timelines
Are a strong collaborator who can translate abstract ideas into tangible, high-quality content
Responsibilities

Edit and produce short-form video content

optimized for social platforms, with a focus on engagement and retention
Execute rapid-turnaround edits , delivering content on same-day or next-day timelines when needed
Shoot video content

using lightweight production setups for interviews, behind-the-scenes, and reactive content
Apply best practices in

hooks, pacing, structure, and storytelling

to maximize in-feed performance
Add and optimize

subtitles, graphics, and motion elements

to enhance clarity and accessibility
Adapt content for

platform-specific formats and requirements

(vertical, square, horizontal, length constraints, etc.)
Collaborate with content and strategy teams to

translate ideas into social-first executions
Continuously

test and iterate

on formats, styles, and approaches based on performance data
Stay current on

platform trends, editing styles, and emerging formats , bringing new ideas forward
Ensure all content aligns with

Bridgewater’s brand standards, tone, and external narrative
Physical Requirements

The anticipated onsite requirement for this role is four days per week at our New York City campus.
Wage Range

The wage range for this role is $160,000 - $200,000 inclusive of base salary and discretionary target bonus. The expected base salary for this role is between 70% - 80% of this wage range.
Benefits

Bridgewater offers a competitive suite of benefits. Explore more information about Bridgewater’s benefits on our website here.
Equal Opportunity

Bridgewater Associates, LP is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All employment decisions will be made without regard to race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, national origin, age, sex, marital status, civil union status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender identity or expression, present or past mental disability, learning disability, physical disability, genetic information, military status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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