Job Description
Video Editor
Position Type: Full-Time, Remote
Location: Remote
Working Hours: U.S. Business Hours (Flexible for deadlines and campaign launches)
About the Role
We’re hiring a creative and detail-oriented Video Editor to produce engaging, high-quality video content across social media, marketing campaigns, training materials, and branded content.
This role is responsible for transforming raw footage into polished, platform-optimized videos that align with brand messaging and drive engagement. You’ll work across multiple content styles including short-form social videos, paid ads, explainers, promotional content, and long-form educational or corporate material.
This is not just a basic editing role. We’re looking for someone who understands storytelling, pacing, audience retention, and how video performance connects directly to marketing and business goals.
The ideal candidate combines strong technical editing skills with creative instincts, organization, and the ability to deliver polished work consistently in a fast-paced remote environment.
What You’ll Own
Video Editing & Storytelling
• Edit raw footage into polished, engaging videos for social, web, marketing, and internal use
• Create compelling narratives through pacing, sequencing, transitions, and storytelling
• Ensure edits align with brand voice, campaign goals, and platform best practices
• Produce short-form and long-form content optimized for engagement and retention
• Deliver clean, professional edits with strong attention to detail
Graphics, Motion & Branding
• Add titles, captions, lower thirds, callouts, logos, and motion graphics
• Incorporate branded visuals consistently across all deliverables
• Create simple animations and visual enhancements when needed
• Maintain visual consistency and high production quality across projects
Audio & Color Correction
• Sync audio and video accurately
• Improve audio quality through noise reduction, balancing, and mastering
• Add licensed music and sound effects aligned with brand tone
• Perform color correction and color grading for a polished final look
Multi-Platform Content Delivery
• Export and optimize videos for YouTube, TikTok, Instagram, LinkedIn, Facebook, and web platforms
• Deliver multiple aspect ratios and file formats for various platforms and campaigns
• Optimize compression, quality, and performance without sacrificing visual clarity
• Ensure videos are platform-ready and aligned with publishing requirements
Collaboration & Workflow Management
• Collaborate with marketing teams, creative leads, and stakeholders throughout review cycles
• Manage revisions efficiently while maintaining organization and version control
• Organize project files, raw footage, assets, and archives for long-term accessibility
• Use tools like Frame.io, Google Drive, Dropbox, or similar collaboration platforms
What Makes You a Great Fit
• Strong creative eye with attention to pacing, storytelling, and engagement
• Highly organized and capable of managing multiple editing projects simultaneously
• Comfortable working across different video styles and formats
• Open to feedback and collaborative review cycles
• Strong understanding of social media content trends and audience behavior
• Able to balance speed, quality, and consistency under deadlines
Required Experience & Skills
• 2+ years of professional video editing experience
• Proficiency in Adobe Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro, or DaVinci Resolve
• Strong understanding of audio editing, syncing, and color correction
• Experience exporting and optimizing content for social media and web platforms
• Strong file management and workflow organization skills
• Excellent attention to detail and time management
• Reliable high-speed internet and professional remote work setup
Preferred Experience
• Experience with Adobe After Effects or motion graphics creation
• Experience editing paid ads, UGC content, or performance marketing creatives
• Familiarity with marketing KPIs such as CTR, engagement, and watch time
• Experience in SaaS, e-commerce, agencies, media, or content-driven businesses
• Understanding of social-first editing styles for TikTok, Instagram Reels, and YouTube Shorts
What a Typical Day Looks Like
A Video Editor’s day revolves around transforming raw footage into engaging, polished content. You will:
• Organize and review raw footage and project assets
• Edit videos for campaigns, social media, training, or branded content
• Add graphics, music, captions, and transitions
• Perform audio cleanup and color correction
• Export platform-specific versions for social and web publishing
• Collaborate with stakeholders through feedback and revision rounds
• Maintain organized archives and project documentation
In short: you turn ideas and raw footage into high-performing video content that supports engagement, storytelling, and brand growth.
Key Metrics for Success (KPIs)
• Projects consistently delivered on time
• Minimal revision rounds required per project
• Strong engagement metrics across video content
• Consistent visual quality and brand alignment
• Organized and accessible project archives
• Positive stakeholder feedback on editing quality and turnaround time
Interview Process
• Initial Phone Screen
• Video Interview with Pavago Recruiter
• Portfolio Review + Practical Editing Task
• Client Interview
• Offer & Background Verification
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