Job Summary

As an Editor at Flighthouse, you’ll take ownership of edits from concept through delivery, helping shape the creative execution of social-first content across entertainment and brand campaigns. You’ll be responsible for translating creative ideas into platform-native edits, contributing your own POV, and ensuring consistently high-quality output.

This role sits between execution and creative problem-solving—ideal for an editor ready to step beyond notes and into ownership.

Responsibilities

• Edit and deliver high-performing social-first content across TikTok, Reels, Shorts and beyond.
• Own edits from kickoff through final delivery for assigned projects.
• Interpret creative briefs and collaborate with Producers to bring ideas to life.
• Pitch creative approaches, transitions, pacing, and editorial treatments.
• Apply advanced color correction, audio mixing, text animation, and finishing.
• QC final exports to meet client and platform delivery specs.
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining organization and speed.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Producers, Designers, and Account Managers.
• Stay fluent in evolving platform trends, formats, and performance signals.
• Identify workflow improvements and flag post-production challenges proactively.
• Participate in monthly trainings with Production Manager to go over Adobe Suite organization best practices.
• Create a monthly audit presentation on key editing trends findings, and recommend ways to incorporate into future creative assets.
• Continue to grow in capabilities by enrolling in internet based creative classes, identified by your manager, paid for by Fighthouse.
• Contribute to long-term post-production strategy by identifying creative best practices, scalable editing frameworks, and repeatable workflows that improve team output over time.
• Make editorial decisions that elevate storytelling, performance, and platform-native execution.
• Partner with Creative Producers and leadership to test and implement new creative approaches that improve retention, clarity, and creative impact.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications 

• 3–5+ years of editing experience in social, entertainment, agency, or brand environments.
• Expert-level proficiency in Adobe Premiere Pro.
• Strong familiarity with CapCut; After Effects experience preferred.
• Deep understanding of social-first pacing, hooks, and retention strategies.
• Strong storytelling instincts and confidence in creative decision-making.
• Highly organized with excellent communication skills.
• Passion for pop culture, film, television, and internet trends.
• Portfolio or reel required.

Pay Scale

• $70,000 -  71,000 USD per year 
• The final compensation within this range will be determined based on the candidate’s experience, skills, and overall fit for the role.

Fair Chance Policy

In accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider employment for qualified applicants with criminal histories. We evaluate candidates based on their qualifications and the nature of the offense in relation to the job for which they are applying.