Part-Time Content Editor

Dallas Cowboys & Jones Entities • Frisco, TX

90d

About The Position

The Dallas Cowboys are seeking a creative, football-savvy part-time Content Editor to develop engaging video content across the organization’s digital and social media platforms. The role edits, optimizes, and publishes short-form and long-form digital content, including social media videos, interviews, podcasts, player features, original programming, and real-time content experiences. The ideal candidate is a strong visual storyteller with a passion for football, social media, and digital content creation who can make engaging videos that connect with Cowboys fans.

The position requires a strong foundation in video editing, social media storytelling, and football knowledge. Spanish-language ability is a plus, with opportunities to support English- and Spanish-language content initiatives. The role reports to the Sr. Manager, Hispanic Content.

Requirements

• 0–2 years of professional experience in digital content creation, video editing, social media, or a related field.
• A portfolio showcasing video editing and social media storytelling skills is required.
• Strong proficiency in Adobe Premiere Pro.
• Working knowledge of Adobe After Effects and Adobe Creative Cloud.
• Experience creating content for social media platforms including TikTok, Instagram, YouTube, Facebook, and X.
• Basic understanding of video production, editing techniques, and digital storytelling.
• Strong knowledge of football, NFL culture, and football storytelling.
• Ability to identify engaging moments from longer-form content and create compelling social edits.
• Strong creative judgment, attention to detail, and willingness to learn.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Must be able to work flexible hours, including some nights, weekends, and holidays, and meet tight deadlines.
• Ability to sit, stand, and walk for extended periods of time (8 hours or more).
• Technical skills: Adobe Premiere Pro, Adobe After Effects, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Audition, Adobe Media Encoder, Adobe Creative Cloud Suite, basic DSLR/mirrorless camera operation, and mobile video production tools.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in Video Production, Digital Media, Communications, Journalism, Marketing, or a related field; equivalent professional experience is also considered.
• Internships, collegiate athletics experience, student media, and personal content portfolios will be considered.
• Bilingual English/Spanish skills.
• Experience editing podcasts, interviews, or original video content.
• Basic motion graphics and animation experience.
• Experience creating content for sports, entertainment, media, or personal brands.
• Experience covering live sporting events.
• Understanding of social media analytics and performance metrics.

Responsibilities

• Edit and create engaging video content for Cowboys digital and social media platforms.
• Create short-form content for Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, Facebook, X, and emerging platforms.
• Transform interviews, podcasts, press conferences, player features, and original programming into compelling social-first content.
• Identify key moments, storylines, and trends that can be transformed into engaging digital content.
• Develop creative edits that align with the Dallas Cowboys brand voice and storytelling style.
• Edit video content using Adobe Premiere Pro and other Adobe Creative Cloud tools.
• Create captions, graphics, transitions, and basic motion graphics to enhance storytelling.
• Apply platform-specific storytelling techniques to increase engagement, retention, and audience growth.
• Stay current on social media trends, editing styles, audience behaviors, and emerging content formats.
• Demonstrate strong knowledge of football, NFL terminology, player storylines, and team narratives.
• Identify content opportunities around games, players, team moments, and fan experiences.
• Assist with organizing and managing digital media assets and post-production workflows.
• Collaborate with content, social media, marketing, and creative teams to execute digital initiatives.
• Communicate effectively with internal teams, talent, and partners.
• Support English- and Spanish-language content initiatives as needed.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level