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Podcast Trailer Video Editor (Short-Form)

Austin, TX (Remote)

Salary Not AvailableIntern/New GradContract

Posted 4 months ago

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Job Summary

Edit podcast trailers and turn long interviews into short, platform-ready clips for TikTok, Reels, and Shorts.

  • Must-have: Proven experience editing short-form video with hooks, pacing, and captions.
  • Standout: Ability to deliver vertical and horizontal cuts with light motion graphics and quick revisions.

Job Description

Responsibilities

  • Edit podcast trailers (short-form first) from long-form episodes
  • Deliver trailers in both 9:16 (vertical) and 16:9 (horizontal) formats
  • Identify strong hooks, moments, and narrative arcs within episodes
  • Add captions, pacing, music, b-roll, and light graphics
  • Optimize content for platform performance (TikTok, IG Reels, YouTube Shorts)
  • Turn around edits efficiently within agreed timelines
  • Iterate quickly based on feedback from internal team and talent
  • 1-2 trailer cuts per episode
  • Vertical (9:16) social-first version
  • Horizontal (16:9) platform/distribution version
  • Up to 2 rounds of revisions

Requirements

  • Proven experience editing short-form video content (portfolio required)
  • Strong instincts for hooks, pacing, and retention
  • Proficiency in tools like Adobe Premiere, Final Cut Pro, or similar
  • Experience with captioning, music selection, and social-first editing styles
  • Ability to turn long-form content into concise, engaging cuts
  • Organized, responsive, and reliable with deadlines

Preferred

  • Experience editing podcast or interview-style content
  • Understanding of creator economy / influencer content
  • Familiarity with current TikTok, Reels, and Shorts trends
  • Light motion graphics

Traffic Signals

Monthly Visitors
86
Traffic Source Mix
Search
32.1%
Direct
42.1%
Referral
12.6%
Social
10.1%
Paid
1.9%

Headcount Trend

Current headcount: ~5

Marketing Team

Marketing Team Size
1 (25% of company)
Median Career Experience
12 years
Median Tenure
3.2 years

People

Founders / CEO

Michaela Phillips
Michaela Phillips
Chief Executive Officer
At the company for 1 year 5 months

Marketing Leadership

Joel Contartese
Joel Contartese
Marketing Director
At the company for 3 years 2 months

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