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Documentary Assistant Editor

Published date: 2026/10/07
  • Location: New York City, New York, United States

The Development Productions is seeking a highly organized, detail-oriented Assistant Editor. We’re looking for someone who is highly proficient in Premiere Pro and loves storytelling. The ideal candidate is meticulous and exceptionally organized. Experience in working with archival footage and historical research a plus.

 

 Responsibilities 

  • Assist editor with technical and editorial tasks. 
  • Support with workflows, media management, and project organization
  • Research, and organize archival and historical footage
  • Manage large volumes of media, research, transcripts, and story materials
  • Assist with social media clips including, syncing, exports, and other editorial tasks
  • Help maintain an efficient and organized editorial workflow

Requirements

  • Fast and fluent in Adobe Premiere Pro
  • Strong organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail
  • A genuine passion for documentary storytelling and telling great stories
  • Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced production environment
  • Experience working with archival footage
  • Understanding of history and experience researching historical footage

Nice to have: Experience with AI tools

Location: Tribeca, NYC | On-site

Schedule: Part-time or full-time, temporary

To apply, please send your resume and relevant work samples to tdptribeca@gmail.com

How to apply

To apply, please send your resume and relevant work samples to tdptribeca@gmail.com

Company: New York Foundation for the Arts
Employment Type: Temporary

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