Digital Video Producer / Editor

Steyer for Governor 2026 • San Francisco, CA

14d • $95,000 - $115,000

About The Position

The Digital Video Producer / Editor will travel with Tom Steyer to capture compelling, authentic video content for digital and social platforms. This role is focused on creating short-form, digital video content designed for platforms like Instagram Reels, TikTok, YouTube Shorts, and X.The ideal candidate is a digital-native creator who understands how political content lives and performs on social media. This person should be comfortable shooting and editing quickly in real-world environments, working independently or in small teams, and capturing moments that feel personal, dynamic, and native to a principal’s account.

Requirements

• 5+ years creating digital video content (digital media company, creator, campaign, or agency experience welcome)
• Fluency with Sony FX3, FX6, or similar cinema-style mirrorless or DSLR cameras
• Strong portfolio of short-form, vertical video—especially for a principal or brand’s social media account
• Deep understanding of what performs on TikTok, Instagram Reels, and YouTube Shorts
• Proficiency with Adobe Premiere Pro and CapCut (After Effects a plus, not required). This role involves creating digital videos start to finish, including shooting for the edit and cutting a range of styles—from captioned direct-to-camera videos to more stylized creative edits
• Ability to shoot clean, high-quality footage quickly in fast-paced environments and work independently while making creative decisions on the fly
• Experience directing a principal, influencer, or other subject to create successful video content for their account
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage files while traveling
• Willingness to travel across California ~3 times per week; this is an on-the-road video position
• Ability to lift and carry video equipment (up to 50 lbs)
• A diverse media diet across digital culture, news, and politics on social platforms; candidates should actively consume the type of content they create

Nice To Haves

• Experience creating content for a public figure or influencer
• Familiarity with political or advocacy campaigns

Responsibilities

• Travel across California with Tom Steyer to capture vertical, social-first video at rallies, community events, meetings, and behind-the-scenes moments
• Shoot primarily for 9:16 platforms (Reels, TikTok, Shorts), with occasional horizontal needs, and rapidly edit short-form videos optimized for social performance
• Collaborate closely with the Digital and Communications teams to align with messaging and platform strategy
• Capture high-quality audio and light subjects efficiently in unpredictable, real-world environments
• Create simple motion graphics, captions, and light visual effects when needed
• Organize, label, and archive footage for ongoing digital use

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed