Remote Lead: Podcast Video Editing Director (Volunteer)

Mentor A Promise is a New York City–based nonprofit serving children and youth (ages 5–18) experiencing housing instability, grounded in the belief that every child is a Promise—full of potential, dignity, and possibility. We deliver consistent, high-quality programming across mentorship, literacy, social‑emotional learning, and creative expression in shelters, schools, and community spaces, creating structured environments where students can grow, be seen, and build lasting skills. Through signature experiences like The Imagination Studio, The Kitchen Table, The Sound Lab, and The Story Space, we nurture academic development, emotional well-being, and creative voice, all within a trauma‑informed, culturally responsive, and accessibility‑centered framework. Our work prioritizes dignity‑protective storytelling, consent‑driven engagement, and deep community partnership, ensuring that how we serve is as intentional as whom we serve. We are not only addressing immediate needs — we are building pathways to confidence, belonging, and long‑term opportunity, so every child has the support and foundation to carry their promise forward.

Director of Podcast Video Editing (Volunteer)
PromiseStudios | Video Editorial, Visual Storytelling & Post‑Production (PromisePod)

Organization: Mentor A Promise (MAP)

Location: Remote

Type: Volunteer

Reports To: Creative Director / Head of Podcast (PromisePod)

Works Closely With: Director of Podcast Editorial, Director of Podcast Production, Video Editors, Audio Engineers, PromiseVoice

About Mentor A Promise
Mentor A Promise (MAP) is a New York City‑based nonprofit dedicated to empowering youth experiencing housing instability through mentorship, education, and community. Through storytelling and media, MAP amplifies voices, shares lived experiences, and builds connection across communities.

About PromiseStudios | Creative, Media & Production
PromiseStudios is MAP’s creative division responsible for storytelling, media production, and content development. Within the division, PromisePod leads podcast creation—expanding across audio and video formats to ensure every episode is engaging, intentional, and aligned with MAP’s voice and mission.

Role Overview
We are seeking a Director of Podcast Video Editing to lead visual editorial quality, storytelling, and post‑production across MAP’s video podcast content.

This role ensures that every video episode is visually compelling, cohesive, and professionally produced—guiding editing standards, managing video editors, and maintaining consistency across all visual outputs.

Key Responsibilities
Video Editorial Leadership & Standards

Define and maintain video editing standards, pacing, and visual storytelling approach

Ensure consistency in transitions, cuts, graphics, and overall viewer experience

Review and approve final video edits before publication

Visual Storytelling & Narrative Alignment

Shape the visual narrative of each episode to complement audio storytelling

Collaborate with hosts and producers to enhance on‑screen presence and delivery

Ensure alignment between video, audio, and MAP’s voice

Post‑Production Oversight

Oversee video editing, color correction, motion graphics, and final delivery

Ensure all video content meets platform standards (YouTube, social, etc.)

Maintain high‑quality visual output across all formats

Team Management & Development

Lead and support video editors and assistant editors

Provide feedback, training, and creative direction

Ensure consistent performance and growth across the team

Workflow & Systems

Develop and maintain efficient video post‑production workflows

Ensure organized file management, asset libraries, and version control

Coordinate timelines and delivery schedules

Cross‑Functional Collaboration

Work closely with podcast editorial and production leadership

Coordinate with audio engineers to ensure seamless audio‑video integration

Align video content with communications and marketing strategy

Qualifications
Required

Experience in video editing, post‑production, or media production

Strong understanding of visual storytelling, pacing, and narrative structure

Proficiency in video editing tools (e.g., Adobe Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro, DaVinci Resolve)

Strong attention to detail and creative judgment

Alignment with MAP’s mission and dignity‑centered values

Preferred

Experience editing video podcasts, interviews, or long‑form content

Experience leading or managing creative teams

Knowledge of motion graphics, color grading, and visual branding

Familiarity with YouTube and social video optimization

Commitment

Volunteer leadership role

Approximately 5–10 hours per week

Minimum 6‑month commitment preferred

Fully remote

What You’ll Gain

Leadership experience in video editorial and visual storytelling

Opportunity to shape the visual identity of a mission‑driven podcast

Collaboration with creative, production, and communications teams

Professional references and letters of recommendation

A portfolio of high‑quality, published video content

How To Apply
Interested candidates must apply directly through Idealist and submit:

Resume (required)

Portfolio or sample video work (required)

Cover letter (required) describing relevant experience and interest in MAP’s mission

This role defines how our stories are seen. Help shape the visual language of every episode—where voice meets vision.

Thank you for your interest in volunteering with our organization. At this time, volunteer opportunities are limited to individuals based in the United States due to legal, safeguarding, data‑privacy, and programmatic requirements. We appreciate your interest in our mission and your understanding of these constraints.

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