Senior Video Editor

Senior Video Editor

Experience: 4-5 Years

Work Model: Hybrid, full time (Mon-Sat)

Location: South Mumbai

Role Overview

We are looking for a Senior Video Editor with a strong understanding of social media content (especially Instagram Reels) and hospitality storytelling.

This role requires someone who can create fast-paced, engaging, and trend-driven content while also handling brand films and long-form storytelling.

Key Responsibilities

1. Social Media Video

Edit high-performing content for:

• Instagram Reels
• YouTube Shorts
• Meta Ads

Ensure videos are:

• Fast-paced and engaging
• Trend-aware (formats, transitions, audio)
• Optimized for retention and shareability

2. Creative Editing & Storytelling

Transform raw footage into:

• Scroll-stopping short-form videos
• Engaging brand narratives
• High-energy food and nightlife content

Strong understanding of timing, cuts, and visual rhythm is essential.

3. Motion Graphics & Enhancements

Add:

• Text overlays (strong typography focus)
• Transitions and effects
• Visual hooks in first 2-3 seconds

Must understand how to make content visually dynamic for social media.

4. Long-Form & Campaign Content

Edit:

• Brand films
• Event videos
• YouTube-style content

The ability to switch between short-form and long-form storytelling is important.

5. Shoot Understanding

Collaborate with shoot teams to:

• Suggest shot formats for reels
• Guide content capture based on edit requirements
• Think from a content-first lens, not just post-production

Required Skills

• Strong understanding of Instagram reel trends and formats
• Excellent sense of pacing, music, and transitions
• Ability to create engaging, non-generic food content
• Strong storytelling ability
• Experience in hospitality / nightlife / lifestyle content preferred

Tools

• Adobe Premiere Pro
• Adobe After Effects
• Final Cut Pro (optional)
• CapCut
• Adobe Audition
• Adobe Photoshop

What We're Looking For

Someone who:

• Understands what makes a reel go viral vs ignored
• Has strong editing instinct, not just software skills
• Can create content that feels premium, not templated