IRONCLAD is the most trusted name in high-stakes storytelling.

For over a decade, we’ve operated at the intersection of elite operators, world-class brands, and real-world credibility, building content that doesn’t just entertain, it influences, sells, and shapes perception at scale.

We don’t make content.
We build attention assets for an audience the industry has ignored for too long... the doers:

entrepreneurs
business owners
first responders
high-performers
This is a massive audience.
And authenticity is paramount.

IMPORTANT: IN-PERSON REQUIREMENT

This position is 100% on-site at our HQ. REMOTE applicants will not be considered. We are looking for a dedicated team member to be physically present and integrated into our studio culture. Please do not apply if you are seeking remote or hybrid work.

Part-Time Associate Editor (Video Audio)

IRONCLAD | Part-Time | Virginia Beach, VA (On-Location)

THE ROLE

We’re hiring a Part-Time Associate Editor to support our production pipeline.

This is not a “creative hobbyist” role.

This is a production-line operator inside a high-performance system.

You will be responsible for preparing projects so our senior editors can move fast and finish clean.

If you like structure, speed, and clear ownership—this is for you.

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES

1. File Management & Organization

• Download and ingest podcast recordings immediately after sessions
• Locate and organize raw footage from our production server
• Identify all relevant assets (video, audio, B-roll, photos)
• Maintain clean, consistent folder structures across all projects
• Label and name files according to IRONCLAD naming conventions
• Ensure projects are organized for immediate senior editor access

2. Audio Sync & Enhancement

• Sync video audio in Adobe Premiere Pro with precision
• Clean and enhance dialogue using Adobe Podcast tools
• Remove noise, improve clarity, and ensure broadcast-ready sound
• Run AutoPod to generate rough cuts
• QA all synced footage before saving and handing off

3. Color Correction & Consistency

• Apply IRONCLAD color presets or perform manual correction
• Ensure consistency across cameras and lighting conditions
• Flag any visual inconsistencies before handoff

4. Project Prep & Handoff

• Save and structure Premiere project files correctly on server
• Ensure zero missing or offline media
• Add markers and notes for senior editors
• Prep projects so they can be picked up and edited immediately

5. Film Shoot Assembly (Originals)

• Ingest large-scale shoot footage
• Sync multi-cam video audio
• Build string-outs / rough assemblies for Originals content
• Organize footage to support narrative development

WHAT GOOD LOOKS LIKE

• Projects are clean, organized, and instantly usable
• Senior editors never waste time looking for assets
• Audio is clean and synced—no rework required
• Files follow a repeatable system every time
• You move fast without breaking structure

TOOLS

• Adobe Premiere Pro
• Adobe Podcast (audio enhancement)
• AutoPod
• Shared production servers / cloud storage systems

WHO YOU ARE

• Detail-obsessed and system-driven
• Fast, reliable, and consistent
• Comfortable working inside structured workflows
• Not precious about creative—focused on execution
• Able to handle volume without losing quality

SCHEDULE & COMPENSATION

• Part-Time (approx. 15–25 hrs/week)
• Flexible schedule with deadline accountability
• Compensation based on experience

WHY IRONCLAD

• Work inside a high-growth media company scaling fast
• Be part of building real franchises—not just content
• Clear systems, clear expectations, no chaos
• Opportunity to grow into full-time roles as we scale

HOW TO APPLY

Send:

• Resume
• Relevant editing / prep work samples
• Short note: why you want to work at IRONCLAD