Job description
Work Arrangement : Fully remote
Job type : Full-time, Independent Contractor
Salary Range: Competitive; based on experience
Work Schedule: 40 hours per week, Monday–Friday; follows US Federal Holidays
Locations: Remote, open to candidates who can work EST hours.
Holidays Observed : US Federal Holidays
About Pearl talent :
Pearl works with the top 1% of candidates from around the world and connects them with the best startups in the US and EU. Our clients have raised over $5B in aggregate and are backed by companies like OpenAI, a16z, and Founders Fund. They’re looking for the sharpest, hungriest candidates who they can consistently promote and work with over many years. Candidates we’ve hired have been flown out to the US and EU to work with their clients, and even promoted to roles that match folks onshore in the US.
* Hear why we exist, what we believe in, and who we’re building for: WATCH HERE
Why Work with Us?
We’re not just another recruiting firm—we focus on placing candidates with exceptional US and EU founders who prioritize the long-term success of their team members. We also provide retention bonuses at 3, 6, 9, and 12 months, as well as community-driven benefits like an annual retreat.
About the Company
Our client empowers anyone to become an event organizer, build a community, and bring people together through real-world experiences. Founded by a group of passionate event enthusiasts and college dropouts, they’ve developed the ultimate toolkit for creating, marketing, and monetizing in-person communities—no matter where you are in the world.
In just three years, our client has grown into a team of 60, attracted over 5 million users, secured $40 million in venture funding, and processed more than $220 million in transactions. They’ve achieved results that outpace companies ten times their size—proving that speed, passion, and community-driven innovation can change the game. And they’re just getting started.
Role Overview
We are seeking for a creative and fast-moving Short Form Content Editor to turn long-form and raw footage into high-performing clips for TikTok, Instagram Reels, and other short-form platforms. You’ll be responsible for identifying engaging 15–60 second moments, enhancing them with captions, motion graphics, and overlays, and distributing them across various high-visibility channels.
This role is central to the brand’s content strategy and clipping initiative. You’ll work with internal footage and user-generated content (UGC) to create videos that drive viral organic reach. If you’re passionate about storytelling, thrive under quick turnarounds, and know how to make content pop on social media, this role is for you.
Key Responsibilities
-Review internal long-form footage, livestreams, podcasts, and user-generated content to identify the most engaging moments for short-form use
-Edit high-quality short-form videos optimized for TikTok, Instagram Reels, YouTube Shorts, and other vertical content platforms
-Enhance videos with captions, transitions, sound design, overlays, and motion graphics to maximize storytelling and engagement
-Manage a high volume of fast-turnaround edits while maintaining consistent quality and brand alignment
-Collaborate closely with Marketing, Creative, and Community teams to ensure content supports broader brand and campaign goals
-Monitor trends in short-form video, emerging editing styles, and popular audio to keep content fresh, relevant, and competitive
-Prepare and format clips for distribution across secondary pages, fan accounts, and partner channels to amplify reach
Must Have :
-Proficiency in Adobe Premiere Pro and After Effects, with a strong portfolio showcasing impactful short-form content
-Demonstrated experience creating for TikTok, Instagram Reels, and YouTube Shorts, with a solid grasp of platform-specific trends, best practices, and algorithm dynamics
-Ability to work quickly, manage multiple projects simultaneously, and consistently meet tight deadlines
-Strong creative instincts for pacing, framing, and visual storytelling tailored to short-form formats
-Comfortable collaborating across teams and receiving constructive feedback in a fast-paced, creative environment
-Highly adaptable, self-motivated, and resourceful in navigating a constantly evolving content landscape
Nice to have :
-Experience editing content in event, music, or community-driven industries
-Skills in motion graphics or animation
-Knowledge of vertical-first shooting and editing techniques
Remote work: work from anywhere, fully remote
PTO : U.S federal holidays
Mentorship: Work directly with a U.S - based client and leadership team
Learning & Development : Access to financial tools and courses
Wellness: Flexible schedule, autonomy, and space for deep work
Our Recruitment Process:
- Application
- Screening
- Skills Assessment
- Top-grading interview
- Client Interview
- Job Offer
- Client Onboarding
