Job Description

Video Editor
a European media professional dedicated to storytelling through digital content. He is looking for a creative Social Media Video Editor to produce impactful short-form videos (30–90 seconds) that engage viewers and drive social media impact.

Part-time: 15 hours/week
Work Set-Up: Fully remote, Independent Contractor
Work Hours: CET
Monthly Salary: $420-600 (depending on experience)

What You'll Be Doing:

1. Short-Form Social Media Editing (Primary Focus)

• Edit vertical videos ranging from 30–90 seconds for various social media platforms.
• Deliver engaging, high-retention edits optimized for reach and audience interaction.
• Apply strong pacing, precise cuts, and dynamic transitions suitable for modern social media trends.

2. Post-Production & Enhancement

• Perform color grading to ensure visual consistency across all content.
• Create clean, dynamic, and social-friendly captions/subtitles.
• Integrate B-roll and stock footage in alignment with the script or messaging.
• Conduct sound design, including audio leveling, effects, and music integration.
• Source relevant stock footage as required based on script or key concepts.

3. Content Formats

Talking Head / Tutorial Videos

• Work with DaVinci Resolve or Premiere Pro project files containing A-roll footage.
• Integrate overlay B-roll aligned with voiceover content.
• Add supporting visuals, captions, and polish to enhance viewer engagement.

Social Media Ad Creatives

• Edit raw footage into fast-paced, conversion-focused ad creatives.
• Optimize cuts for hook strength, retention, and performance metrics.
• Produce variations for A/B testing as needed.

Social Media Community Content

• Create short-form engagement and educational videos.
• Develop platform-native content formats to maximize reach and interaction.

Other Formats

• Edit testimonial videos, aftermovies, and interview-style content as required.

Who You Are:

• With 3+ years of proven experience editing short-form social media content across platforms such as Instagram Reels, TikTok, and YouTube Shorts.
• Strong proficiency in DaVinci Resolve (preferred) or Adobe Premiere Pro
• Advanced knowledge and hands-on experience with:
  • Color grading and visual consistency
  • Subtitle formatting optimized for social media
  • B-roll integration and supporting visuals
  • Audio balancing, sound design, and music integration
• Experience producing performance-driven ad creatives optimized for engagement, retention, and conversion.
• Deep understanding of pacing, storytelling, and editing techniques for vertical video formats.
• Ability to source, select, and integrate relevant stock footage to enhance content.
• Highly organized workflow with disciplined file management practices to ensure project efficiency and consistency.

Recruitment Process:

• Initial Interview
• Test Assessment
• Client Interview
• Offer and Onboarding