We’re looking for a highly creative and detail-oriented Video Editor who can transform raw footage into engaging, scroll-stopping content for social media. Your primary focus will be creating content for Instagram Reels and TikTok, with opportunities to expand into YouTube as our content grows.
This role goes beyond basic editing. We’re looking for someone who understands storytelling, audience retention, motion design, and what makes content perform across modern social platforms.
Responsibilities
- Edit high-quality short-form videos for Instagram Reels and TikTok.
- Prepare long-form edits and YouTube content as needed.
- Create compelling hooks within the first 1–3 seconds to maximize viewer retention.
- Add professional motion graphics, animated text, transitions, and visual effects.
- Perform color correction and color grading for a polished, cinematic look.
- Edit and enhance audio, including sound effects, music, and dialogue.
- Create engaging captions and kinetic typography.
- Use advanced editing techniques such as masking, tracking, speed ramping, zooms, and seamless transitions.
- Incorporate B-roll, stock footage, graphics, and overlays when appropriate.
- Ensure visual consistency across all content.
- Collaborate with the creative team to develop engaging content ideas.
- Stay current with social media trends, editing styles, and platform best practices.
- Organize project files and maintain efficient editing workflows.
Qualifications
- Proven experience editing professional social media content.
- Strong proficiency in Adobe Premiere Pro, After Effects, DaVinci Resolve, or equivalent professional software.
- Excellent understanding of storytelling, pacing, and audience retention.
- Experience creating motion graphics and animated typography.
- Strong color grading and audio editing skills.
- Understanding of current Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube content trends.
- Ability to turn raw footage into engaging, high-performing videos.
- Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to quality.
- Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
- Strong communication and collaboration skills.
- Portfolio demonstrating high-quality social media editing.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with 3D software such as Blender or Cinema 4D.
- Visual effects (VFX) experience.
- Familiarity with AI-powered creative and editing tools.
- Graphic design skills using Photoshop or Illustrator.
- Photography or videography experience.
- Experience editing content for consumer brands.
- Understanding of YouTube storytelling and audience retention strategies.
What We’re Looking For
The ideal candidate is someone who:
- Thinks creatively, not just technically.
- Has a strong eye for design, composition, and visual storytelling.
- Understands what makes content shareable and engaging.
- Takes ownership of projects from raw footage to final delivery.
- Is proactive, adaptable, and eager to experiment with new editing techniques.
- Wants to grow alongside a fast-moving creative team.
Application Requirements
Please include:
- Portfolio or showreel.
- 3–5 examples of your best short-form edits.
- Software and tools you use.
- Your expected hourly rate or monthly retainer.
- Typical turnaround time for a 30–60 second video.
- A brief introduction about yourself and your editing experience.
Pay: ₹15,000.00. - ₹25,000.00 per month
Pay: ₹10,196.41 - ₹33,942.66 per month
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
- Paid sick time
Work Location: Remote
