Video Editor

Description

Summary: Seeking a Video Editor to create high-quality, engaging, and performance-driven video content across marketing, social media, and internal communications. Highlights: 1. High ownership of creative output and direct impact on marketing performance 2. Opportunity to work across multiple content formats and platforms 3. Fast-paced, execution-driven environment with growth into senior creative roles **Video Editor (Adobe Premiere, Social Media \& Marketing Content) – Remote \| U.S. Hours****Position Type:** Full\-Time, Remote **Working Hours:** U.S. Client Business Hours (flexible for deadlines \& launches) **About the Role** We’re hiring a **Video Editor** to create high\-quality, engaging video content across marketing, social media, and internal communications. This is not just editing — this is a **content performance role**. You’ll turn raw footage into **polished, platform\-optimized videos** that drive engagement, retention, and results. If you understand both **storytelling \+ editing \+ performance**, this role is built for you. **What You’ll Own****Video Editing \& Content Creation (Primary Focus)*** Edit raw footage into compelling, structured videos * Use tools like: * + Adobe Premiere Pro + Final Cut Pro + DaVinci Resolve * Ensure strong pacing, storytelling, and smooth transitions * Align edits with brand tone and campaign goals **Footage Organization \& Workflow*** Import, organize, and manage raw footage * Maintain clean project files and version control * Ensure assets are easy to locate and reuse **Graphics, Motion \& Visual Enhancements*** Add: * + Titles + Lower thirds + Captions + Motion graphics * Use tools like: * + Adobe After Effects + Canva * Maintain strong brand consistency across all videos **Audio \& Color Optimization*** Clean and balance audio: * + Dialogue clarity + Noise reduction + Sound levels * Add music and sound effects (licensed) * Perform color correction and grading for consistency **Multi\-Platform Optimization (Critical)*** Export videos for: * + YouTube + TikTok + Instagram Reels + LinkedIn + Websites * Adapt formats: * + 16:9 + 9:16 + 1:1 * Optimize for: * + File size + Quality + Platform performance **Collaboration \& Feedback Cycles*** Work with marketing and creative teams * Manage revisions using: * + Frame.io * Incorporate feedback quickly and accurately **Performance \& Content Improvement*** Review video performance: * + Watch time + Engagement + Retention * Apply insights to improve future edits **What Makes You a Strong Fit*** You understand **editing \+ storytelling \+ performance** * You are fast, but still detail\-oriented * You can edit both: * + Short\-form (Reels, TikTok) + Long\-form (YouTube, training content) * You handle feedback professionally and iterate quickly * You take ownership of output quality **Required Experience \& Skills*** 2\+ years professional video editing experience * Strong proficiency in: * + Adobe Premiere Pro / Final Cut Pro / DaVinci Resolve * Experience with: * + Audio syncing and cleanup + Color correction + Exporting for social platforms * Strong attention to detail and deadline management **Nice to Have*** Motion graphics experience: * + Adobe After Effects * Experience with: * + Paid ads / performance marketing videos + UGC\-style content * Understanding of: * + CTR + Engagement + Watch time * Experience in: * + SaaS + Agencies + E\-commerce + Media **What a Typical Day Looks Like*** Organize and prepare raw footage * Edit videos with strong pacing and storytelling * Add graphics, captions, and sound * Perform color correction and audio balancing * Export multiple versions for different platforms * Collaborate with team on revisions * Track and archive completed projects **In short:** You turn raw footage into **high\-performing, polished content.** **Key Metrics (KPIs)*** 100% on\-time delivery * + 2 revision cycles per project * Strong brand consistency * Improved engagement (watch time, CTR, retention) * Clean, organized project files and archives **Why This Role Stands Out*** High ownership of creative output * Work across multiple content formats and platforms * Direct impact on marketing performance * Fast\-paced, execution\-driven environment * Opportunity to grow into senior creative roles **Interview Process*** Initial Phone Screen * Video Interview with Pavago Recruiter * Portfolio Review \+ Practical Task (edit a 60\-sec video) * Client Interview * Offer \& Background Verification **Apply Now** If you: * Love editing and storytelling * Understand how content performs on social * Want to work in a fast\-paced, creative environment This role is a strong fit.