About the role
Position: Video Editor
Number of hours: 20 hours/month
Schedule: EST
Tasks required:
Edit raw footage into high-quality videos, ensuring smooth transitions, engaging visuals, and appropriate pacing.
Incorporate motion graphics, sound effects, and visual effects as needed to enhance storytelling and engagement.
Ensure videos align with brand standards and meet technical specifications for various platforms (social media, website, etc.).
Collaborate closely with the creative team to brainstorm and contribute innovative ideas for video projects.
Offer suggestions on visual styles, storytelling techniques, and editing approaches to elevate the final product.
Engage in creative discussions to refine video concepts, respecting and incorporating diverse cultural perspectives.
Review edits meticulously to ensure videos are polished, error-free, and deliver a professional finish.
Handle client feedback professionally, incorporating necessary changes with minimal turnaround time.
Clearly articulate ideas, timelines, and technical processes to team members, clients, and stakeholders.
Demonstrate integrity in all aspects of work, respecting copyright, licensing, and fair-use principles.
Show a deep appreciation for cultural nuances, making thoughtful editing choices that honor diverse perspectives.
Continuously discover and implement new editing technologies and industry’s best practices to maximize efficiency
Other ad hoc tasks that would be assigned
Requirements:
Must have 1 year of experience as a Video Editor
Proficiency in video editing software such as Adobe Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro, DaVinci Resolve, After Effects, and other industry-standard tools.
Knowledge of color grading, sound editing, and motion graphics to enhance video quality and storytelling.
Familiarity with different video formats, codecs, and best practices for exporting high-quality videos optimized for web, mobile, and social media platforms.
Strong eye for detail, aesthetics, and composition to ensure videos align with brand guidelines and appeal to the target audience.
Familiarity with collaboration tools like Zoom, Slack, Google Workspace, or similar for efficient remote communication and project tracking.
Demonstrable video editing ability with a strong portfolio
Exhibit strong work ethic and initiative
Excellent communication skills, with the ability to articulate ideas and feedback clearly in a virtual setting.
Self-disciplined and organized; able to consistently hit daily and monthly targets with limited supervision
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