Video Editor

Video Editor (Social Media + Marketing Content) - Remote Position Type: Full-Time, Remote Working Hours: U.S. Business Hours (flexible for deadlines & launches) About the Role We're hiring a Video Editor to create high-performing, engaging video content across social media, marketing, and training. This is not just editing this is storytelling + performance . You'll take raw footage and turn it into: Scroll-stopping short-form videos Clean, professional long-form content Conversion-driven marketing assets If you understand pacing, hooks, and retention , you'll do well here. What You'll Own Editing & Storytelling (Core Focus) Edit videos using: Adobe Premiere Pro Final Cut Pro DaVinci Resolve Turn raw footage into: Short-form (Reels, TikTok, Shorts) Long-form (YouTube, training, explainers) Optimize pacing, cuts, and structure for engagement + retention Graphics, Motion & Visual Enhancements Add: Titles Lower thirds Motion graphics Use tools like: Adobe After Effects Canva Maintain strong brand consistency across videos Audio & Color Quality Clean and balance audio: Dialogue clarity Noise reduction Leveling Add music + SFX (licensed properly) Perform color correction & grading for a consistent look Multi-Platform Optimization Export for: YouTube TikTok Instagram LinkedIn Handle: Different aspect ratios (9:16, 1:1, 16:9) Compression, codecs, file size optimization Collaboration & Feedback Work with: Marketing teams Creative directors Manage feedback using: Frame.io Iterate quickly (goal: 2 revision rounds ) Performance-Driven Editing Monitor: Watch time Engagement CTR Improve edits based on what actually performs What Makes You a Strong Fit You understand hooks, retention, and storytelling You can edit both: Fast-paced social content Clean corporate videos You don't just edit you improve performance You're fast, organized, and reliable Required Experience & Skills 2+ years of professional video editing experience Strong proficiency in: Adobe Premiere Pro / Final Cut Pro / DaVinci Resolve Experience with: Audio syncing & cleanup Color correction Social media exports Ability to meet deadlines consistently Nice to Have (High-Quality Candidates) Motion graphics using After Effects Experience editing: Paid ads Brand storytelling content Understanding of: Engagement metrics Content performance Background in: SaaS Agencies E-commerce What a Typical Day Looks Like Organize and prep raw footage Edit videos with strong pacing and storytelling Add graphics, music, and polish Export multiple platform versions Collaborate on feedback and revisions Track and archive projects properly In short: you turn raw footage into content people actually watch. Key Metrics (KPIs) 100% on-time delivery 2 revision cycles per video Improved engagement (watch time, retention, CTR) Consistent brand quality Clean and organized project files Interview Process Initial Phone Screen Recruiter Interview Practical Task (Edit a 60-second video) Client Interview Offer & Onboarding Why This Role Stands Out Work on content that actually performs Ownership over editing output Exposure to marketing + growth teams Opportunity to grow into: Senior Video Editor Content Lead Creative Strategist Apply Now If you: Know how to hook attention in the first 3 seconds Care about pacing, not just cuts Can turn average footage into great content This role is a strong fit.