Social & Digital Video Editor for Podcast
Tennis Channel is seeking a Freelance Social & Digital Video Editor to own the creation of all social and digital video clips for a tennis-specific podcast franchise. This role sits at the intersection of podcast production, social storytelling, and platform-native editing—transforming long-form conversations into compelling short-form moments that resonate across platforms. You will report to the Director of Social Media and work closely with the VP, Executive Producer, collaborating with podcast producers, hosts, and the broader social, content and app teams to shape how the podcast shows up across the digital ecosystem.
Key Responsibilities
- Own Podcast-to-Social Video Execution: Edit all short-form and mid-form video clips derived from full podcast episodes for use across social and digital platforms
- Identify standout moments that are insightful, entertaining, emotional, or culturally relevant and translate into high-performing clips
- Create Platform-Native Social Content: Edit with platform best practices in mind across Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, X, and emerging platforms
- Deliver multiple versions of clips optimized for different formats (vertical, square, horizontal) and audience behaviors
- Incorporate captions, graphics, motion elements, and pacing that maximize watch time, engagement, and shareability
- Collaborate with podcast producers, hosts, and social strategists to understand episode goals and promotional priorities
- Manage editing timelines tied to episode drops, tentpoles, and key tennis moments
- Maintain an organized workflow for sourcing footage, versioning clips, and delivering assets on schedule
- Bring creative ideas to how podcast moments are packaged visually—leaning into personality, fashion, culture, and tennis fandom
Requirements
- 3–5 years of experience editing digital and social video content, with specific experience editing podcasts preferred
- Strong understanding of social-first storytelling and platform-native editing
- Proficiency with professional video editing software (Adobe Premiere, Final Cut Pro, or similar)
- Experience with motion graphics and caption design
- Deep familiarity with social platform algorithms, best practices, and content strategies
Schedule & Location
This freelance role is onsite in the Santa Monica, CA office and is expected to be approximately 8 hours per day, Monday–Thursday. This engagement is anticipated to run through early December 2026.