Lead Video Editor

Overview
We are seeking a highly skilled and efficient In-House Video Editor to serve as the primary editor for our agency. This role is central to our content production process and requires someone who can work hand-in-hand with our Manager and Lead Videographer to produce high-quality, performance-driven video content across multiple industries.

Our clients range from restaurants and auto glass companies to plumbing, roofing, and other service-based businesses. The ideal candidate must be adaptable, detail-oriented, and capable of delivering polished content quickly in a fast-paced agency environment. This position offers the opportunity to play a major role in shaping the visual output of a growing digital marketing company.

Duties

- Lead the editing process from raw footage to final delivery, ensuring content aligns with client goals and brand standards

- Work directly with the Manager and Lead Videographer to execute content strategy and creative direction

- Edit short-form vertical content (Reels, TikTok, YouTube Shorts) optimized for engagement and performance

- Edit long-form content for websites, YouTube, and advertising campaigns

- Incorporate captions, motion graphics, typography, color grading, sound design, and branding elements using Adobe Premiere Pro and After Effects

- Create basic supporting graphics, thumbnails, and simple design assets when needed

- Manage multiple client projects simultaneously while meeting strict turnaround times

- Organize footage, project files, and digital assets using structured workflows and storage systems

- Ensure all content meets platform-specific technical specifications for social media, web, and paid ads

- Collaborate with internal team members to maintain consistency across different industries and brand styles

Requirements

- Proven experience as a Video Editor with a strong portfolio demonstrating short-form and ad-style content

- Proficiency in Adobe Premiere Pro and After Effects

- Working knowledge of motion graphics and basic graphic design principles

- Experience editing marketing or business-related content (not just cinematic or personal projects)

- Strong understanding of pacing, hooks, audience retention, and performance-based editing

- Ability to deliver fast turnaround times without sacrificing quality

- Experience managing multiple projects and adapting to different brand voices

- Strong organizational skills and file management discipline

- Ability to receive feedback and implement revisions efficiently

- Strong communication skills and ability to work closely with cross-functional team members

Applications must include a portfolio. Candidates without demonstrated editing work will not be considered.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $21.00 - $25.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• Paid time off

Work Location: In person