Video Editor and Motion Designer, Temporary at ProPublica

The role

ProPublica is seeking a video editor and motion designer to join its newly launched YouTube team dedicated to midlength investigative adaptations. This temporary two-year role involves owning the creative postproduction process and helping define the visual identity of ProPublicas YouTube presence.

What you'll do

• Collaborate with producers to create journalism-based videos and promotional cuts.
• Manage end-to-end postproduction including editing, motion graphics, and sound design.
• Develop and maintain a central motion design library and visual assets.
• Translate complex investigative scripts into compelling visual stories for YouTube.
• Establish sustainable workflows and best practices for the new YouTube pipeline.
• Ensure all video content adheres to rigorous editorial standards and brand guidelines.

What you'll bring

• Four or more years of professional video editing and motion design experience.
• Expert proficiency in Adobe After Effects and Adobe Premiere Pro.
• Portfolio featuring YouTube-specific formats like explainers or hosted vlogs.
• Strong editorial judgment and experience in journalistic storytelling.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet tight production deadlines.

Your impact

The successful candidate will play a foundational role in expanding ProPublicas reach by successfully adapting deep investigative reporting for a YouTube-first audience. By establishing a distinct visual language and efficient production workflows, they will help the newsroom engage millions of new viewers with high-impact accountability journalism.