Video Editor

Job Type: Remote - Full Time
Education: Bachelor’s Degree
Experience: Junior
Vacancies: 1
Skills: Team Oriented, Video Editing

Job Title: Video Editor

Job Type: Full-time / Part-time / Contract / Remote

Department: Creative / Marketing / Production

Reports To: Creative Director / Lead Producer / Head of Marketing

Job Summary

We are seeking a creative and detail-oriented Video Editor to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for transforming raw video footage, audio recordings, and graphics into compelling, high-quality visual content that aligns with our brand strategy and audience engagement goals. The ideal candidate possesses strong storytelling skills, technical expertise in post-production workflows, and the ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

Footage Selection & Assembly: Review raw footage, select the best takes, and assemble video clips into a logical sequence according to creative briefs and storylines.

Video Editing & Storytelling: Trim, splice, and cut footage to ensure smooth transitions, precise pacing, and narrative flow.

Audio Post-Production: Synchronize voiceovers, dialogue, and sound effects; select and integrate background music; perform sound leveling and noise reduction.

Visual Effects & Motion Graphics: Add text overlays, lower thirds, titles, captions, basic animations, and special effects to enhance viewer engagement.

Color Grading & Enhancement: Apply color correction, grading, and visual enhancement to ensure consistent look and feel across all assets.

Platform Optimization: Export and reformat final videos for optimal presentation across diverse platforms (e.g., YouTube, TikTok, Instagram Reels, LinkedIn, broadcast, web).

Collaboration & Feedback: Work closely with creative directors, producers, and marketing team members to revise edits based on constructive feedback.

Asset & File Management: Organize raw footage, project files, and finished deliverables using clear version control and archival practices.

Qualifications & Requirements

Experience: 2+ years of professional video editing experience (agency, in-house, or freelance).

Portfolio: A strong portfolio or demo reel demonstrating visual storytelling, pacing, and editing proficiency across various formats.

Software Proficiency:

Advanced knowledge of non-linear editing software (Adobe Premiere Pro, Apple Final Cut Pro, or DaVinci Resolve).

Working knowledge of motion graphics software (Adobe After Effects).

Audio editing tools (Adobe Audition, Pro Tools, or built-in DAW features).

Technical Knowledge: Understanding of video formats, aspect ratios, frame rates, codecs, and export compression standards.

Time Management: Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously under tight deadlines without sacrificing quality.

Communication Skills: Clear verbal and written communication skills to articulate creative choices and incorporate feedback effectively.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with AI-assisted post-production workflows (e.g., automated transcription, text-based editing, smart reframing).

Basic skills in videography, camera operation, or studio lighting.

Familiarity with graphic design tools (Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, Canva).

Experience creating performance-driven marketing videos or social media ads.