Video Editor

Job Title: Video Editor (Long-Form + Short-Form Content)

Location: In-Office

Type: Full Time

About the Role:

We are looking for a creative, fast, and detail-obsessed Video Editor who understands both storytelling and performance-driven content.

You will edit:

• Long-form YouTube videos (8–20 mins)
• Short-form content (Reels, Shorts, TikTok)
• Brand campaigns & lifestyle content
• Behind-the-scenes, vlogs, narrative pieces

Key Responsibilities:

Long-Form Editing

• Edit YouTube videos with strong storytelling structure
• Improve retention using pacing, jump cuts, b-roll, music, graphics
• Add subtitles, motion graphics, and sound design
• Cut fluff and tighten narrative without losing authenticity
• Optimize videos for watch time and audience retention
• Cutdowns for YouTube teasers
• Thumbnail pacing awareness

Short-Form Editing

• Create high-performing Reels/Shorts from long-form content
• Build strong hooks in first 3 seconds
• Add captions optimized for mobile viewing
• Understand trends, meme culture, fast pacing
• Deliver platform-optimized formats (9:16, 1:1, etc.)

Creative & Brand Alignment

• Maintain consistent brand tone and visual identity
• Suggest creative improvements (don't just execute)
• Source relevant b-roll, sound effects, and music
• Collaborate with content strategist/founder

Additional Content:

• 4–8 ad creatives per month
• Campaign launch edits
• Event recap videos (when required)
• Product edits / lifestyle montages

Must-Have Skills:

Strong command over:

• Adobe Premiere Pro / Final Cut Pro
• After Effects (basic motion graphics)
• CapCut (for fast turnaround reels)

Understanding of:

• YouTube retention metrics
• Instagram & Shorts algorithms
• Hook psychology
• Thumbnail pacing awareness
• Strong sense of music timing & emotional cuts
• Ability to deliver under deadlines
• Ability to handle volume without quality drop

What We Are Looking For in an Ideal Candidate:

• 2–4 years of editing experience
• Proven portfolio (YouTube + Reels mandatory)
• Experience editing for creators / D2C brands is a plus
• Strong storytelling instinct (not just technical skill)
• Understands Indian + global content styles
• Fast turnaround time
• Comfortable with feedback loops
• Emotionally intelligent storyteller
• Hungry, sharp, and high-output

Bonus Points If You:

• Understand skate, street, lifestyle culture
• Can color grade professionally
• Can create simple motion graphics from scratch
• Understand how to cut content for virality

How to Apply:

Please share:

1. Portfolio (Google Drive / YouTube links)
2. 3 best long-form edits
3. 5 best short-form edits
4. Tools you use
5. Current monthly compensation