How to hire an associate producer and editor

How to hire an associate producer and editor, step by step

Here's a step-by-step associate producer and editor hiring guide:

• Step 1: Identify your hiring needs
• Step 2: Create an ideal candidate profile
• Step 3: Make a budget
• Step 4: Write an associate producer and editor job description
• Step 5: Post your job
• Step 6: Interview candidates
• Step 7: Send a job offer and onboard your new associate producer and editor
• Step 8: Go through the hiring process checklist

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1. Identify your hiring needs

   The associate producer and editor hiring process starts by determining what type of worker you actually need. Certain roles might require a full-time employee, whereas part-time workers or contractors can do others.

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   An associate producer and editor's background is also an important factor in determining whether they'll be a good fit for the position. For example, associate producers and editor from different industries or fields will have radically different experiences and will bring different viewpoints to the role. You also need to consider the candidate's previous level of experience to make sure they'll be comfortable with the job's level of seniority.

   This list presents associate producer and editor salaries for various positions.

   Type of Associate Producer And Editor	Description	Hourly rate
   Associate Producer And Editor	Producers and directors create motion pictures, television shows, live theater, commercials, and other performing arts productions. They interpret a writer’s script to entertain or inform an audience.	$15-34
   Editor	An editor is the one responsible for polishing and refining a story, article, and any material for publication in newspapers, magazines, books, or websites. Editors have the power to either accept or reject a material as they need to ensure that every manuscript which will be offered for publishing is at the best version as it can be... Show more	$16-37
   Video Editor	A video editor edits and assembles recorded raw material into a finished product for broadcasting. Video editors manipulate and edit film pieces to become visible to the audience... Show more	$15-37

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2. Create an ideal candidate profile

   Common skills:

   • Video Content
   • Adobe Premiere
   • Facebook
   • Twitter
   • Media Management
   • Stock Footage
   • YouTube
   • Edit Video
   • News Stories
   • Post-Production Process
   • Photography
   • ABC
   • Motion Graphics
   • HD

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   Responsibilities:

   • Facilitate and manage CNN weekend editorial team of freelance editorial producers.
   • Collaborate in screenwriting, casting, and location scouting.
   • Schedule, shoot and edit clips while adhering to deadlines and working in a team environment.
   • Spearhead and develop the animation and horror division.
   • Design graphics and effects and touched-up photography using Photoshop.
   • Obtain archival video footage, audio recordings, and photography relevant towards subjects include in documentary.

3. Make a budget

   Including a salary range in your associate producer and editor job description is a great way to entice the best and brightest candidates. An associate producer and editor salary can vary based on several factors:

   • Location. For example, associate producers and editor' average salary in hawaii is 56% less than in california.
   • Seniority. Entry-level associate producers and editor earn 55% less than senior-level associate producers and editor.
   • Certifications. An associate producer and editor with a few certifications under their belt will likely demand a higher salary.
   • Company. Working for a prestigious company or an exciting start-up can make a huge difference in an associate producer and editor's salary.

   Average associate producer and editor salary

   $47,973yearly

   $23.06 hourly rate

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   Entry-level associate producer and editor salary

   $32,000 yearly salary

   Updated December 17, 2025

4. Writing an associate producer and editor job description

   An associate producer and editor job description should include a summary of the role, required skills, and a list of responsibilities. It's also good to include a salary range and the first name of the hiring manager. To help get you started, here's an example of an associate producer and editor job description:

   Associate producer and editor job description example

   LXTV Productions is looking for an experienced New York based Associate Editor/Producer to work on their lifestyle series and specials. LXTV is the National Emmy award winning lifestyle production company of the NBC Owned Television Stations group, a part of the NBCUniversal Local division. LXTV produces original series and specials, including “1st Look,” a travel show which spotlights the best places to eat, play and indulge; “Open House” and “Open House NYC,” where audiences get a look at America's most lavish homes and get design ideas, advice and inspiration from the industry's emerging and established names; “George to the Rescue,” a home improvement show where design and construction experts help families and communities realize their home improvement dreams; and specials and new series pilots throughout the year.
   
   LXTV shows are available on NBC owned and affiliated stations in the U.S. and internationally, on Peacock and the NBCLX Network, as well as through digital out-of-home platforms including taxis, gas stations, buses and nail salons.
   
   This role will report to the Executive Producer of “George to the Rescue” for LXTV. This Associate Editor/Producer will have a critical series of responsibilities. First and foremost being a support to the Lead Editor of George to the Rescue. Additionally, they are highly organized, responsive, and timely. They take constructive criticism well. They are open to learning and pushing themselves creatively. Their time management skills are impeccable. This person should feel comfortable asking questions. They should not be afraid to contribute with their creative input and ideas. They should feel free to take creative reigns on their pieces when asked. Excellence is NOT expected; it is strived for. And lastly, this person is a respectful team player who is passionate about storytelling.
   Responsibilities:
   
   Receive, manage and organize raw media from the Field Team.
   
   Tracking and logging shoots.
   
   Setting up and stringing out projects for the Lead Editor.
   
   Brolling, sometimes Arolling blocks of the show.
   
   Pulling music for the show, promos and integrations for sponsor related content.
   
   Creation of commercials for 3rd party partners and broadcasted promotional content.
   
   Creation of digital-first social content for platforms such as Facebook, Instagram and Tiktok.
   
   Creation of out-of-home cutdowns for each episode.
   
   Work closely with Producers to build non-scripted episodic story.

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5. Post your job

   To find the right associate producer and editor for your business, consider trying out a few different recruiting strategies:

   • Consider internal talent. One of the most important sources of talent for any company is its existing workforce.
   • Ask for referrals. Reach out to friends, family members, and current employees and ask if they know or have worked with associate producers and editor they would recommend.
   • Recruit at local colleges. Attend job fairs at local colleges to recruit associate producers and editor who meet your education requirements.
   • Social media platforms. LinkedIn, Facebook and Twitter now have more than 3.5 billion users, and you can use social media to reach potential job candidates.

   Post your job online:

   • Post your associate producer and editor job on Zippia to find and recruit associate producer and editor candidates who meet your exact specifications.
   • Use field-specific websites.
   • Post a job on free websites.

6. Interview candidates

   Your first interview with associate producer and editor candidates should focus on their interest in the role and background experience. As the hiring process goes on, you can learn more about how they'd fit into the company culture in later rounds of interviews.

   Remember to include a few questions that allow candidates to expand on their strengths in their own words. Asking about their unique skills might reveal things you'd miss otherwise. At this point, good candidates can move on to the technical interview.

   The right interview questions can help you assess a candidate's hard skills, behavioral intelligence, and soft skills.

7. Send a job offer and onboard your new associate producer and editor

   Once you've found the associate producer and editor candidate you'd like to hire, it's time to write an offer letter. This should include an explicit job offer that includes the salary and the details of any other perks. Qualified candidates might be looking at multiple positions, so your offer must be competitive if you like the candidate. Also, be prepared for a negotiation stage, as candidates may way want to tweak the details of your initial offer. Once you've settled on these details, you can draft a contract to formalize your agreement.

   It's also important to follow up with applicants who do not get the job with an email letting them know that the position is filled.

   To prepare for the new associate producer and editor first day, you should share an onboarding schedule with them that covers their first period on the job. You should also quickly complete any necessary paperwork, such as employee action forms and onboarding documents like I-9, benefits enrollment, and federal and state tax forms. Finally, Human Resources must ensure a new employee file is created for internal record keeping.

8. Go through the hiring process checklist

   • Determine employee type (full-time, part-time, contractor, etc.)
   • Submit a job requisition form to the HR department
   • Define job responsibilities and requirements
   • Establish budget and timeline
   • Determine hiring decision makers for the role
   • Write job description
   • Post job on job boards, company website, etc.
   • Promote the job internally
   • Process applications through applicant tracking system
   • Review resumes and cover letters
   • Shortlist candidates for screening
   • Hold phone/virtual interview screening with first round of candidates
   • Conduct in-person interviews with top candidates from first round
   • Score candidates based on weighted criteria (e.g., experience, education, background, cultural fit, skill set, etc.)
   • Conduct background checks on top candidates
   • Check references of top candidates
   • Consult with HR and hiring decision makers on job offer specifics
   • Extend offer to top candidate(s)
   • Receive formal job offer acceptance and signed employment contract
   • Inform other candidates that the position has been filled
   • Set and communicate onboarding schedule to new hire(s)
   • Complete new hire paperwork (i9, benefits enrollment, tax forms, etc.)

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