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Video Editor

Video Editor

PavagoZA
23 days ago
Job type
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Job description

Job Title : Video Editor

Position Type : Full-Time, Remote

Working Hours : U.S. client business hours (with flexibility for deadlines, campaign launches, and revisions)

About the Role :

Our client is seeking a Video Editor to create polished, engaging, and high-performing video content for marketing, training, and communications. This role involves managing the editing workflow from raw footage through final delivery, ensuring all projects are on-brand, technically precise, and optimized for the target platforms (web, social, events, or broadcast). The Video Editor combines storytelling creativity with technical editing expertise to deliver content that drives results.

Responsibilities :

  • Footage Management :
  • Import, organize, and catalog raw footage from multiple sources.
  • Maintain orderly project files and version control for easy retrieval.
  • Editing & Assembly :
  • Edit raw footage into coherent, compelling narratives using Adobe Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro, or DaVinci Resolve.
  • Sync audio and video, refine pacing, and ensure smooth transitions.
  • Apply cuts and sequences that align with brand tone and campaign objectives.
  • Graphics & Effects :
  • Add titles, lower thirds, motion graphics, and animations (Adobe After Effects, Motion, or Canva).
  • Incorporate logos, callouts, and brand visuals consistently.
  • Audio & Color Correction :
  • Mix and master audio (dialogue clarity, noise reduction, levels).
  • Add background music and sound effects in line with licensing requirements.
  • Perform color correction and grading to achieve consistent look and feel.
  • Multi-Platform Versioning :
  • Export deliverables in multiple aspect ratios and formats for YouTube, TikTok, Instagram, LinkedIn, and website embeds.
  • Optimize file sizes, codecs, and compression for quality and performance.
  • Collaboration & Feedback :
  • Work with creative directors, marketing teams, and stakeholders to align edits with campaign goals.
  • Manage review cycles using Frame.io or similar feedback platforms.
  • Performance Monitoring & Archiving :
  • Monitor video analytics to inform future edits.
  • Archive projects in cloud storage with metadata for reuse and compliance.

What Makes You a Perfect Fit :

  • Creative eye paired with technical precision.
  • Strong time management and ability to meet deadlines.
  • Comfortable editing across styles : short-form social, corporate explainers, long-form training.
  • Collaborative and open to feedback cycles.

    • Required Experience & Skills (Minimum) :

  • 2+ years professional video editing experience.
  • Proficiency in Adobe Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro, or DaVinci Resolve.
  • Strong knowledge of audio syncing, noise reduction, and color correction.
  • Familiarity with exporting for social and web platforms.

    • Ideal Experience & Skills :

  • Motion graphics and animation in Adobe After Effects.
  • Experience editing videos for paid campaigns or brand storytelling.
  • Understanding of marketing KPIs (CTR, engagement, view duration).
  • Industry exposure in SaaS, agencies, e-commerce, or media.

    • What Does a Typical Day Look Like?

    A Video Editor’s day is focused on transforming raw footage into finished, impactful content. You will :

  • Organize and prep footage so editing workflows are clean and efficient.
  • Edit and assemble videos, refining pacing, storytelling, and transitions.
  • Add graphics, music, and sound, ensuring alignment with brand and licensing standards.
  • Perform color correction for consistency across deliverables.
  • Export multiple versions optimized for different platforms.
  • Collaborate with stakeholders, managing review rounds and incorporating feedback.
  • Archive and track projects so files are accessible and reusable in the future.

    • In essence : you ensure every piece of video content is polished, professional, and tailored for maximum engagement.

    Key Metrics for Success (KPIs) :

  • 100% of projects delivered on deadline.
  • Edits requiring minimal revision (≤ 2 review rounds).
  • Consistent brand alignment across all deliverables.
  • Video analytics show improved engagement (watch time, click-throughs, conversions).
  • Organized archives with all projects retrievable.

    • Interview Process :

  • Initial Phone Screen
  • Video Interview with Pavago Recruiter
  • Portfolio Review + Practical Task (e.g., edit a 60-second video from sample footage)
  • Client Interview
  • Offer & Background Verification
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