3+ years of proven experience editing short-form social media content across platforms such as Instagram Reels, TikTok, and YouTube Shorts.
Proficiency in DaVinci Resolve (preferred) or Adobe Premiere Pro.
Advanced skills in color grading, subtitle formatting optimized for social media, B-roll integration, and audio balancing/sound design.
Experience producing performance-driven ad creatives optimized for engagement, retention, and conversion; ability to source relevant stock footage.
Requirements:
Edit vertical 30–90 second short-form videos for Instagram Reels, TikTok, and YouTube Shorts with engaging pacing, precise cuts, and dynamic transitions to maximize reach and retention.
Post-production enhancements including color grading for visual consistency, captions/subtitles, B-roll integration, sound design, music integration, and stock footage sourcing as needed.
Create and adapt content formats including Talking Head/Tutorial videos and social media ad creatives; work with DaVinci Resolve or Premiere Pro project files; produce variations for A/B testing.
Develop Social Media Community Content and other formats such as testimonials, aftermovies, and interview-style content; ensure platform-native formats and polished storytelling.
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.
