Short Form Video Editor

Role Overview:

We are looking for a creative and skilled Short-Form Video Editor who can transform raw footage into engaging, high-quality videos for Instagram Reels, TikTok, and YouTube Shorts.

The ideal candidate understands short-form storytelling, audience retention, fast-paced editing, and social media trends. You should be able to independently edit videos that capture attention, maintain viewer engagement, and align with different brand styles.

Role & responsibilities:

• Edit engaging short-form videos (1590 seconds) for Instagram Reels, TikTok, and YouTube Shorts.
• Add captions, transitions, sound effects, background music, and motion graphics to enhance video quality.
• Create attention-grabbing hooks and maintain strong pacing to improve audience retention.
• Incorporate trending editing styles, formats, and creative techniques where relevant.
• Recreate or adapt editing styles based on reference videos while maintaining brand consistency.
• Suggest creative improvements to hooks, storytelling, pacing, and visual presentation.
• Optimize videos for vertical (9:16) mobile viewing across social media platforms.
• Collaborate with the content and marketing teams to execute creative ideas and video concepts.
• Maintain consistent editing quality while adapting to different brands and content styles.
• Manage multiple video projects, maintain consistent daily/weekly output, and meet deadlines.
• Implement feedback and revisions efficiently.

Preferred candidate profile:

• 1 to 3 years of experience in short-form video editing (preferred).
• Proficiency in Adobe Premiere Pro, After Effects, CapCut, Final Cut Pro, or similar editing software.
• Strong understanding of Instagram Reels, TikTok, and YouTube Shorts content styles.
• Ability to create engaging hooks, smooth transitions, and visually appealing edits.
• Good knowledge of pacing, storytelling, color correction, and sound design.
• Ability to follow reference videos and recreate editing styles accurately.
• Strong creative thinking and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple editing tasks, and deliver videos on time.
• A portfolio showcasing previous short-form video edits is mandatory.

Nice to Have:

• Experience editing personal branding, educational, or business-related short-form content.
• Advanced motion graphics and subtitle animation skills.
• Understanding of audience retention and video performance metrics.
• Familiarity with AI-powered video editing tools to improve efficiency.
• Ability to identify and adapt trending editing styles.
• Experience working with multiple brands or content creators.

What We Offer:

• Full-time opportunity with remote/hybrid work flexibility.
• Opportunity to work on diverse brands and creative projects.
• Exposure to social media content strategies and emerging trends.
• Collaborative and creative work environment.
• Opportunities for professional growth and skill development.

Hiring Process:

Shortlisted candidates may be required to complete a paid video editing assessment to demonstrate their editing skills, creativity, storytelling ability, and attention to detail.