Mid-Level Creative Video Editor – Long-Form Video Specialist

Job Description

Job Title: Mid-Level Creative Video Editor – Long-Form Video Specialist

Location: On-site

Job Type: Full-time

About the Role

We are looking for a creative and strategic Mid-Level Video Editor who specializes in long-form content and has a portfolio proving they can craft videos that engage audiences and achieve millions of views. You should blend storytelling skills, pacing expertise, and a good understanding of YouTube best practices to retain watch time and boost viewer retention.

Key Responsibilities

• Edit long-form videos (documentaries, explainers, interviews, vlogs, podcasts) while maintaining high audience retention.
• Collaborate with creators to develop video structure, narrative flow, and creative hooks.
• Implement retention-boosting techniques (cutting dead air, adding B-roll, dynamic pacing, on-screen text/graphics).
• Ensure high production quality: color grading, sound mixing, seamless transitions.
• Optimize videos for YouTube algorithm (watch time, session time, CTR cues).
• Create custom motion graphics, lower thirds, and basic animations (After Effects).
• Edit and sync multi-camera footage, drone shots, and stock footage when needed.
• Prepare videos for publishing: export in correct formats, add end screens, cards, subtitles.
• Stay updated with editing trends and platform changes affecting long-form content.

Requirements & Skills

• 2–4 years of experience editing long-form videos for YouTube or similar platforms.
• Portfolio must include long-form videos that have gained 1M+ views.
• Proficient in Adobe Premiere Pro (required) and After Effects (basic to intermediate).
• Strong understanding of pacing, storytelling, and audience retention in long-form.
• Solid skills in color correction, sound design, and audio cleanup.
• Knowledge of YouTube best practices (hook creation, chapter markers, retention analysis).
• Ability to work independently, meet deadlines, and accept constructive feedback.
• Creative thinking – can turn raw footage into engaging, structured narratives.

Nice-to-Have

• Experience with DaVinci Resolve for color grading.
• Skills in Photoshop/Illustrator for thumbnail collaboration.
• Understanding of YouTube SEO (titles, descriptions, tags).
• Background in a specific niche (education, entertainment, tech, vlogging).

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: Rs70,000.00 - Rs120,000.00 per month

Work Location: In person