Video Editor (New York)- Vertical Drama

Position Summary

Editor for Vertical Drama plays a key hands-on role in shaping fast-paced, serialized storytelling for vertical platforms. Working closely with the Lead Editor and creative team, this position supports the entire post process — from organizing footage and building assemblies to crafting short edits and polishing final cuts for release. The ideal candidate is a proactive, detail-oriented storyteller who understands how to engage audiences through vertical, short-form drama content.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in all stages of post production for vertical drama series and short-form narrative content.
• Ingest, organize, and sync footage while maintaining efficient media workflows.
• Build rough cuts, string-outs, and edits following creative direction.
• Edit scenes, teasers, and social cutdowns under the supervision of the Lead Editor.
• Add temp sound, music, captions, and light motion graphics as needed.
• Prepare and deliver content optimized for vertical formats and various social platforms.
• Collaborate closely with producers, editors, and directors to ensure creative consistency.
• Maintain version control and assist with QC checks on all final exports.
• Track and meet fast-paced delivery schedules while maintaining high quality.
• Stay up to date with trends in vertical storytelling, editing styles, and platform best practices.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Film, Media Production, or a related field (or equivalent professional experience).
• 1–3 years of experience in video editing or post production, preferably in vertical content.
• Proficiency with Adobe Premiere Pro; experience in After Effects or DaVinci Resolve a plus.
• Familiarity with AI-powered editing tools and workflows (e.g., automatic transcription, smart selects, AI-assisted color, or generative tools for post).
• Strong understanding of vertical video composition, pacing, and storytelling for mobile audiences.
• Excellent organization skills, with the ability to manage multiple edits and deadlines simultaneously.
• Collaborative, adaptable, and comfortable working in a high-volume creative environment.
• Passion for narrative storytelling and emerging content formats.

Preferred Skills

• Experience editing short-form narrative or social-first video content.
• Familiarity with current platform algorithms and best practices
• Basic knowledge of sound design, color correction, or VFX.
• Able to work on multiple projects at once.
• Creative problem solver with a strong visual sense and attention to detail.