Video Editor

Video Editor (Adobe Premiere, Social Media & Marketing Content) – Remote | U.S. Hours

Position Type: Full-Time, Remote
Working Hours: U.S. Client Business Hours (flexible for deadlines & launches)

About the Role

We’re hiring a Video Editor to create high-quality, engaging video content across marketing, social media, and internal communications.

This is not just editing — this is a content performance role.
You’ll turn raw footage into polished, platform-optimized videos that drive engagement, retention, and results.

If you understand both storytelling + editing + performance, this role is built for you.

What You’ll Own

Video Editing & Content Creation (Primary Focus)

• Edit raw footage into compelling, structured videos
• Use tools like:
• Adobe Premiere Pro
• Final Cut Pro
• DaVinci Resolve
• Ensure strong pacing, storytelling, and smooth transitions
• Align edits with brand tone and campaign goals

Footage Organization & Workflow

• Import, organize, and manage raw footage
• Maintain clean project files and version control
• Ensure assets are easy to locate and reuse

Graphics, Motion & Visual Enhancements

• Add:
• Titles
• Lower thirds
• Captions
• Motion graphics
• Use tools like:
• Adobe After Effects
• Canva
• Maintain strong brand consistency across all videos

Audio & Color Optimization

• Clean and balance audio:
• Dialogue clarity
• Noise reduction
• Sound levels
• Add music and sound effects (licensed)
• Perform color correction and grading for consistency

Multi-Platform Optimization (Critical)

• Export videos for:
• YouTube
• TikTok
• Instagram Reels
• LinkedIn
• Websites
• Adapt formats:
• 16:9
• 9:16
• 1:1
• Optimize for:
• File size
• Quality
• Platform performance

Collaboration & Feedback Cycles

• Work with marketing and creative teams
• Manage revisions using:
• Frame.io
• Incorporate feedback quickly and accurately

Performance & Content Improvement

• Review video performance:
• Watch time
• Engagement
• Retention
• Apply insights to improve future edits

What Makes You a Strong Fit

• You understand editing + storytelling + performance
• You are fast, but still detail-oriented
• You can edit both:
• Short-form (Reels, TikTok)
• Long-form (YouTube, training content)
• You handle feedback professionally and iterate quickly
• You take ownership of output quality

Required Experience & Skills

• 2+ years professional video editing experience
• Strong proficiency in:
• Adobe Premiere Pro / Final Cut Pro / DaVinci Resolve
• Experience with:
• Audio syncing and cleanup
• Color correction
• Exporting for social platforms
• Strong attention to detail and deadline management

Nice to Have

• Motion graphics experience:
• Adobe After Effects
• Experience with:
• Paid ads / performance marketing videos
• UGC-style content
• Understanding of:
• CTR
• Engagement
• Watch time
• Experience in:
• SaaS
• Agencies
• E-commerce
• Media

What a Typical Day Looks Like

• Organize and prepare raw footage
• Edit videos with strong pacing and storytelling
• Add graphics, captions, and sound
• Perform color correction and audio balancing
• Export multiple versions for different platforms
• Collaborate with team on revisions
• Track and archive completed projects

In short:
You turn raw footage into high-performing, polished content.

Key Metrics (KPIs)

• 100% on-time delivery
• ≤ 2 revision cycles per project
• Strong brand consistency
• Improved engagement (watch time, CTR, retention)
• Clean, organized project files and archives

Why This Role Stands Out

• High ownership of creative output
• Work across multiple content formats and platforms
• Direct impact on marketing performance
• Fast-paced, execution-driven environment
• Opportunity to grow into senior creative roles

Interview Process

• Initial Phone Screen
• Video Interview with Pavago Recruiter
• Portfolio Review + Practical Task (edit a 60-sec video)
• Client Interview
• Offer & Background Verification

Apply Now

If you:

• Love editing and storytelling
• Understand how content performs on social
• Want to work in a fast-paced, creative environment

This role is a strong fit.