Background:

For 70 years, National Review has been a leader in the conservative movement and one of the most trusted media institutions in America. Founded in 1955 by William F. Buckley Jr., NR remains the nation’s leading voice for rigorous reporting, sharp commentary, and a steadfast commitment to the principles of a free society. From print to digital, podcasts to live events, NR is expanding its multimedia presence to meet the moment—and to shape the national conversation with clarity, integrity, and intellectual depth.

About the Role:
National Review is seeking an ambitious and mission-driven Video Producer & Editor who will be responsible for creating longform and short-form content for National Review’s social media channels, including YouTube, Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter. This role will interact heavily with on-screen personalities to help develop and grow a network of YouTube channels, as well as short-form reels and reaction content for all platforms to grow followers and engagement. This individual should have strong expertise in editing and post-production and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, often under ambitious, news-cycle-driven deadlines.

This is an in-office role based in New York, NY. The Video Producer & Editor will report directly to the Chief Marketing Officer.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Produce timely and evergreen video content for the National Review YouTube channels, including operating cameras and studio equipment
  • Shoot, produce, and edit video of National Review events
  • Work with talent and the editorial team to ideate and execute timely video content
  • Edit a variety of longform and shortform videos using editing and animation tools (Premiere, After Effects, etc.)
  • Assist in the design and production of video sets
  • Define best video and audio setups for all video content
  • Clip + edit social-first short-form video from long-form content (interviews, speeches, podcasts)
  • Create image-based content for video production (i.e. thumbnails)

Required Experience:

  • 4–6+ years of experience in video production and social media
  • Working knowledge of video editing and post-production tools such as Adobe Premiere Pro, Final Cut, CapCut, or similar video editing software
  • Understanding of current events, political media, and the conservative digital space, as well as a strong awareness of social media trends
  • Ability to travel, up to 5%
  • Strong instincts for visual storytelling, layout, typography, and motion
  • Ability to turn around clean, creative content quickly and collaboratively
  • A passion for shaping culture and ideas through visual media
  • Comfortable navigating dynamic filming timelines dictated by talent and editorial priorities.
  • A high degree of humility and a willingness to learn from others and improve based on constructive input
  • Familiarity with conservative audiences and a commitment to National Review’s mission and values: the principles of a free society, including individual liberty, limited government, free speech, and traditional values

Helpful Qualifications:

  • Motion graphics, animation, and illustration experience are a plus
  • A portfolio with high-performing Instagram Reels, YouTube Shorts, or TikToks
  • Marketing design experience (emails, ads, thumbnails, etc.)

Compensation:

The salary range for this role is $65,000-80,000, commensurate with experience.

To Apply:

Qualified candidates should submit the following application materials (in order) in one PDF document:

  • Cover letter including:
    • An introductory paragraph describing three distinct reasons you are drawn to National Review Institute’s mission
    • Salary requirements
  • Resume

Applications should be submitted to Talent Market via this link: talentmarket.org/apply-for-your-dream-job/

Questions can be directed to Bailey Drouant, Project Manager at Talent Market, who is managing the search process: bailey@talentmarket.org.

There is no application deadline for this position. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis. This job will remain posted on our site until it is filled.

While we thank all applicants in advance for their interest in this position, we are only able to contact those to whom we can offer an interview. Only direct applications will be considered. No phone calls, please.