Lead Video Editor

Lead Video Editor

This is a full-time, in-person located in Indianapolis, Indiana.

About Us

Audiochuck is a fast-growing, dynamic company driven by our mission to tell the right stories, in the right ways, for the right reasons. Our team is made up of immensely passionate people who love what we do and don’t stop until we’re proud. Excellence is required at Audiochuck—we have a responsibility (and privilege) to honor the voices of those whose stories we tell.

We approach our content with empathy, compassion, and a genuine desire to make a difference. Advocacy is an essential part of the Audiochuck culture as we strive to positively impact victims and their families through the use of our time, money, and resources.

Committed to developing our people and fostering a long-term team of talented media professionals, we are seeking motivated top talent to join our amazing team. If you’re exceptional at what you do, possess an innate desire to work hard alongside a team in creating something meaningful, and thrive in a fast-paced environment, then Audiochuck may be a good fit for you.

About the Lead Video Editor Role

The Lead Video Editor is responsible for shaping and refining the visual storytelling of Audiochuck’s video and podcast-related content. This role oversees the editing process from rough cut through final delivery, ensuring all content meets Audiochuck’s creative and technical standards.

In addition to hands-on editing, the Lead Video Editor provides creative direction, mentors junior editors, and collaborates closely with producers, reporters, and creative partners to deliver impactful, emotionally resonant content.

What You’ll DoEditing & Storytelling

• Edit and assemble compelling video content that enhances Audiochuck’s storytelling and brand identity

• Balance narrative pacing, tone, and emotion across multiple formats, from social clips to long-form documentary content

• Ensure all final exports meet technical specifications and delivery requirements

Team Leadership & Oversight

• Supervise and mentor junior editors, providing feedback on workflows and creative direction

• Maintain editing standards and best practices to ensure consistency across projects

• Collaborate with producers, directors, and designers to align creative intent with final output

Post-Production Management

• Organize and manage project timelines, file structures, and version control

• Coordinate with audio post and motion graphics teams to integrate sound design and visual effects

• Troubleshoot technical challenges related to media formats, codecs, or exports

Creative Collaboration

• Participate in concept development and creative reviews to help shape project tone and visual approach

• Stay current with industry trends and editing techniques to continually elevate content quality

What You’ll Bring to the Table

• Bachelor’s degree in Film, Media Production, or a related field preferred

• 5–8 years of professional video editing experience, preferably in non-fiction television, documentary, or digital storytelling environments

• Advanced proficiency in Adobe Premiere Pro, Avid Media Composer, and the Adobe Creative Suite

• Strong understanding of pacing, visual narrative, and emotional tone

• Excellent communication and collaboration skills with cross-functional teams

• Proven ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced production environment

• Experience supervising other editors and working on branded entertainment or narrative documentary content preferred

What Audiochuck Will Bring to the Table

• Commitment to intentional leadership development for all employees

• Dedication to company culture and promoting mental health

• A collaborative, passionate, and talented team

• Appreciation for diverse work experiences and backgrounds

• Opportunity to work on shows from a leading true crime podcast network

• Competitive base salary and bonus incentives

• Comprehensive benefits package

• 401(k) retirement plan with company match

• Paid time off

• Team events and activities

This is a full-time, in-person located in Indianapolis, Indiana.