Assistant Video Editor

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Base pay range

$55,000.00 / yr - $65,000.00 / yr

The Stagecoach Group

Washington, D.C. (Hybrid or Remote)

Salary Range : $55,000 - $65,000 annually, commensurate with experience

Inspired by the Secret Service codename for the Presidential limousine, Stagecoach stands for efficiency and excellence. We take ambitious ideas — whether for commercials, documentaries, or live events — and bring them to life with an exacting standard of quality. Every project is approached with the highest level of precision : seamless execution, attention to the smallest detail, and an unwavering commitment to impact.

From shaping messaging strategies to orchestrating complex film and TV productions, we manage every step with care and precision so our clients can remain focused on their vision. Our work goes beyond production — we craft authentic stories and unforgettable experiences that resonate, ensuring each delivery feels as polished, seamless, and secure as the name Stagecoach itself.

Position Overview

The Stagecoach Group is seeking an Assistant Editor to support the post-production team by managing and preparing projects for delivery across a fast‑paced, collaborative environment. With an extreme attention to detail and expertise in Adobe Creative Cloud applications, along with the technical skill to navigate complex, cloud‑based proxy workflows and ensure accurate conforms between proxy and camera‑original footage, the ideal candidate would thrive working on short turn, high‑profile pieces to keep post‑production organized, consistent, and on schedule. There will also be opportunity to edit original content depending on skillset and experience.

Responsibilities

Support the post‑production team in quickly producing high‑quality videos under tight deadlines by streamlining asset management processes and contributing to the editing process

Ingest, organize, and sync multicam footage in timecode‑based workflows

Quickly assemble string‑outs and rough cuts for review

Manage and maintain proxy‑to‑raw conform pipelines while ensuring accuracy and media integrity

Troubleshoot any issues that may arise, such as media relinking, conforming, and codec compatibility across multiple camera format

Apply and adjust LUTs and perform initial color passes for visual tonal consistency

Maintain clear project organization, including bin structure, naming conventions, and deliverable styles, across the team

Manage project assets in Iconik to ensure metadata accuracy and efficient intake of footage

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree (connection to production / post‑production preferred)

Minimum 2 years in the entertainment and / or post‑production industry

Expertise in Adobe Premiere Pro and Media Encoder, including advanced project organization, multicam editing, and intricate sequence management

Proven experience assembling multicam string‑outs with timecode‑synced footage

Strong technical understanding of proxy editing workflows, including remote uploads, cloud‑based asset management, and media relinking

Familiarity with color workflows, including LUT application, basic color correction, and exposure matching particularly for ARRI Alexa, Sony FX6, and Sony FX3 footage

Exceptional organizational skills, attention to detail, and time management under tight deadlines

Experience using Iconik, Frame.io, or similar cloud media platforms preferred

Authorized to work in the US without visa sponsorship

Good collaborator, team player with a positive attitude

What We Offer

The opportunity to shape and scale a high‑impact startup from the ground up

A positive environment and empowering culture and mentorship

A dynamic and mission‑driven work environment with a tight‑knit team

Exposure to exciting projects and opportunities

Direct exposure to national media, events, executive leadership, and high‑profile client work

Competitive compensation and performance‑based growth potential

Flexible PTO policy

To Apply :

Please send your resume, samples, and a cover letter about what excites you about this role to

admin@thestagecoachgroup.com

with the subject line “Assistant Video Editor – Stagecoach Group.”

Seniority level

Entry level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Marketing, Public Relations, and Writing / Editing

Industries

Media Production

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