Social Media Video Editor

USA (Remote)

Salary Not AvailableEntry LevelFull time

Posted 2 months ago

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Job Summary

Own end-to-end short-form video editing for social channels, focusing on hooks, retention, and platform-specific optimization to turn long-form content into scroll-stopping clips.

  • Edit and optimize social videos across platforms with attention to hooks, pacing, captions, and trends.
  • Collaborate with the team to test new formats and incorporate AI-assisted visuals for engaging content.

Job Description

Responsibilities
  • Edit high-performing social media content (Reels, Shorts, TikTok-style videos, ads)
  • Craft strong hooks within the first 1–3 seconds to stop the scroll
  • Optimize videos based on platform best practices (retention, pacing, captions, trends)
  • Repurpose long-form content (podcasts, webinars, UGC) into engaging short-form clips
  • Add captions, motion graphics, overlays, sound effects, and music to boost engagement
  • Collaborate with the team to test new concepts, formats, and trends
  • Follow brand guidelines while still bringing fresh, creative ideas
  • Design supporting assets like thumbnails, and simple graphics
  • Work with AI tools to enhance or generate visuals when needed
Requirements
  • Proven experience editing social media content that performs (portfolio required)
  • Strong understanding of platform trends, hooks, and retention strategies
  • Proficient in tools like CapCut, Premiere Pro, After Effects, or similar
  • Experience working with brands, agencies, or content creators
  • Ability to think strategically, not just edit but edit with intent
  • Fast, reliable, and able to handle a high-volume workflow
  • Strong communication skills and openness to feedback

Traffic Signals

Monthly Visitors
532
Traffic Source Mix
Search
32.1%
Direct
42.1%
Referral
12.6%
Social
10.1%
Paid
1.9%

Headcount Trend

Current headcount: ~20

Marketing Team

Marketing Team Size
3 (15% of company)