Video Editor

This role is open to candidates based in LATAM, Africa, and Eastern Europe. Please note that as this role supports U.S.-based clients, candidates must be available to work during U.S. business hours aligned with the client’s time zone.

Our client is building a content team focused on producing timely, news-relevant video content for digital platforms. Their work centers on transforming live events and current U.S. news moments into engaging short-form videos optimized for social reach and audience engagement.

Location

Fully Remote | 9 AM - 5 PM EST

Role Overview

The Video Editor will be responsible for editing live event footage and creating optimized short-form video clips for platforms such as YouTube and Instagram Reels. This role requires strong technical editing skills, awareness of current U.S. news events, and the ability to produce engaging, timely content that maximizes reach and performance across social channels.

Key Responsibilities

Video Editing & Optimization

• Edit live event footage into optimized short-form clips for YouTube, Instagram Reels, and other social media platforms

• Trim, cut, and assemble video segments to highlight key moments and ensure high-quality, engaging output

• Enhance videos with captions, sound design, and other elements to improve viewer engagement

News Awareness & Timeliness

• Stay up to date on current U.S. news events to ensure video content remains relevant and timely

• Incorporate important news moments and trending topics into video content for maximum impact

AI-Supported Content Creation

• Use AI tools to help generate viral clips or optimize video content for social media sharing

• Leverage AI tools to identify trending moments and enhance the content creation process

Collaboration & Feedback

• Collaborate closely with the content team to ensure video output aligns with broader news messaging and brand objectives

• Receive feedback on video edits and make necessary adjustments to optimize audience engagement

Qualifications

Experience

• 2+ years of experience in video editing, with a focus on short-form content

Skills

• Proficiency in Adobe Suite, including Premiere Pro, After Effects, and Photoshop

• Familiarity with social media video formats, particularly YouTube and Instagram Reels

• Basic understanding of AI tools for video optimization

• Strong attention to detail and a creative approach to video editing

• Awareness of the U.S. news landscape and ability to produce timely, relevant content

What Success Looks Like

• High-quality, engaging short-form video clips that resonate with target audiences

• Consistent and timely production of clips from live events

• Strong engagement metrics across YouTube, Instagram Reels, and other social platforms

• Effective use of AI tools to support or enhance viral content creation

Opportunity

This role offers the chance to work on high-impact, news-driven video content in a fast-paced environment. The Video Editor will play a key role in shaping timely, engaging videos that drive social engagement while collaborating closely with a content team focused on relevance and reach.

Application Process:

To be considered for this role these steps need to be followed:

• Fill in the application form

• Record a video showcasing your skill sets