Video Editor

Job Description
Job Title: Short-Form Video Editor (Social Media Content)

Job Summary
The Short-Form Video Editor is responsible for creating highly engaging, fast-paced video content optimized for social media platforms such as Instagram. This role focuses on editing viral-style reels and short-form videos using strong storytelling, effective hooks, dynamic pacing, typography, and visual elements. The editor should have a strong understanding of social media trends, audience attention patterns, and the creative techniques that make short-form content perform well online.

Key Responsibilities

1. Short-Form Video Editing

• Edit engaging short-form content (Reels, Shorts, social clips) optimized for social media platforms.
• Transform raw footage into compelling videos that capture attention within the first few seconds.
• Maintain fast-paced editing, strong rhythm, and engaging storytelling.

2. Hook & Structure Development

• Craft strong hooks within the first 1–3 seconds of the video.
• Structure content to maintain viewer retention and maximize engagement.
• Identify key moments in footage that can drive audience interest.

3. Typography & Visual Elements

• Use effective typography, captions, and on-screen text to enhance storytelling.
• Incorporate motion graphics, animated text, and visual elements where appropriate.
• Maintain clean, visually appealing layouts that support the content.

4. Trend & Platform Awareness

• Stay up-to-date with Instagram and short-form content trends.
• Understand what makes content viral and apply those insights to editing decisions.
• Select appropriate music, sound effects, and visual pacing to match social media trends.

5. Visual Enhancement

• Integrate b-roll, graphics, stock footage, and visual cues where needed to enhance storytelling.
• Ensure visuals support the narrative and maintain viewer engagement.

6. Typography Knowledge

• Strong understanding of typography fundamentals including serif, sans-serif, display, and modern font styles.
• Ability to choose fonts intentionally based on the tone, message, and style of the content.
• Understanding when to use different font styles for readability, emphasis, and visual hierarchy.
• Ability to combine typography with motion and layout to enhance storytelling and viewer engagement.
• Strong attention to spacing, alignment, and caption readability for mobile viewing.

7. Collaboration

• Work closely with the content creator and team to understand the creative vision.
• Implement feedback quickly and efficiently.

Required Skills & Qualifications

Technical Skills

• Strong proficiency in video editing software (such as DaVinci Resolve, Adobe Premiere Pro, or After Effects).
• Experience editing vertical short-form content for social media.
• Knowledge of motion graphics, animated text, and dynamic transitions.

Creative Skills

• Exceptional taste in short-form content editing.
• Strong understanding of hooks, pacing, and audience retention.
• Ability to select music, sound effects, and visuals that enhance engagement.

Typography & Visual Design

• Good understanding of typography and text animation for social media videos.
• Ability to design visually appealing captions and titles that enhance storytelling.

Social Media Knowledge

• Understanding of Instagram reels and short-form video formats.
• Awareness of viral content patterns and audience engagement strategies.

Personal Traits

• Creative and trend-aware mindset.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to think visually and structurally about content.
• Fast learner who adapts quickly to new trends and styles.

Reporting Structure
Reports to: Lead Video Editor

Work Expectations

• Ability to consistently produce engaging short-form content.
• Strong creative judgment in editing decisions.
• Awareness of social media performance trends and viewer engagement patterns.

Pay: Rs70,000.00 - Rs80,000.00 per month

Application Question(s):

• 01- Name 2 Short Form Creators whose editing style you admire and explain why their content works.

02- When would you choose serif vs sans-serif fonts in video captions?
03- How do you decide what music or sound effects to use in a short-form video?
04- How long does it take you to edit a 30–60 second reel?

Work Location: In person