Video Editor

Roar Apex matches fast-growing companies with top-tier marketing and engineering professionals from the APAC region.

It is a subsidiary of Roar Global, a global media company that operates across media resales, content production, and building expert marketing teams.

Roar Global has offices in Sri Lanka, Australia, Bangladesh, Laos, Brunei, and Singapore and is proud to be ranked as one of the 50 Best WorkplacesTM as well as one of the 15 Best WorkplacesTM for Millennials in Sri Lanka by Great Place to Work®.

About the role

Roar Apex is looking for a highly skilled and creative Video Editor to join our team and craft compelling content for various requirements. This role requires a deep understanding of engagement best practices, editing techniques, and the ability to create scroll-stopping content across multiple verticals.

Key Responsibilities:

• Edit short-form direct response social media ads across various verticals, ensuring weekly delivery goals are met.
• Implement engagement best practices to create highly watchable and thumb-stopping content.
• Address creative and technical feedback quickly and accurately.
• Adapt to ever-changing priorities, pivoting efficiently as needed.
• Enhance footage using graphics, color correction, AI tools, and cutting-edge editing techniques.
• Collaborate with producers and strategists to ensure high-quality output and communicate any blockers or delays proactively.

Requirements:

• 3-4 years of experience as a video editor in a fast-paced digital marketing environment.
• Strong portfolio/reel showcasing expertise in social media and direct response marketing video editing.
• Advanced proficiency in Adobe Premiere Pro is required.
• Strong skills in color correction (Lumetri panel in Premiere Pro).
• Proficiency in Adobe After Effects is preferred.
• Knowledge of Adobe Creative Cloud (Photoshop, Illustrator, etc.) will be an added advantage.
• Strong English communication skills for seamless collaboration.
• Experience editing videos specifically for direct response marketing is a plus.
• Up-to-date knowledge of current social media trends and how they impact video engagement.
• Candidates having video editing experience with user generated content(UGC) are preferred for this role.

Pre-Requisites

• Access to a computer capable of managing 4K video and animation projects with up-to-date versions of Adobe After Effects, Adobe Premiere Pro, Illustrator, and Photoshop. 
• Webcam for virtual meetings and team collaboration.

Perks

• Work from anywhere: This position is fully remote.
• Competitive USD remuneration package
• Continuous learning opportunities.
• International exposure and collaboration with diverse teams.
• An open-minded team that values diversity and inclusivity.
• Health care benefits.
• Yearly learning allowance.
  

Timezone

This role operates in the (EST). Candidates should be prepared to accommodate their schedules accordingly.

Application process

At Roar Apex, we're selective about our team, aiming for the top 1% of talent in an industry. Our recruitment process is thorough, focusing on excellence and innovation. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted for further consideration. We appreciate the time and effort all applicants put in.

We are an equal-opportunity employer.

Roar Global is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds, and our hiring decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and business needs. We value diversity and believe it contributes to a more enriching work environment.

If you find this opportunity appealing, please submit your résumé and a portfolio showcasing your relevant work and information on two professional references. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and experiences