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Video Editor (Contract) - Remote

Posted 2 days ago
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USA
72 USD/hour

Overview

We’re looking for a talented and versatile Video Editor to join our Content Marketing team. This role is hands-on and execution-focused, but also calls for a creative thinker who can ideate and shape concepts that bring stories to life. You’ll focus primarily on YouTube (long-form) while also creating social videos and other marketing assets for current and new ventures. Experience with 2D animation and working with MOGRTs is required.

In Short

  • Editing and packaging long-form YouTube videos from end-to-end
  • Creating short-form social video adaptations
  • Developing and executing creative video ideas that simplify complex concepts
  • Designing infographics, explainers, and motion elements to support educational storytelling
  • Contributing to brainstorms, creative discussions, and cross-functional projects with brand, design, and marketing partners

Requirements

  • 5+ years of video editing experience in-house or agency setting
  • A strong portfolio of work that demonstrates creativity, technical skill, and the ability to deliver polished video content across YouTube and social platforms
  • Experienced with project management tools (e.g., Asana) and comfortable collaborating with remote teams to keep projects on track and deadlines met
  • Skilled in Adobe Premiere Pro and After Effects
  • Experience with 2D animation, infographics, and MOGRTs
  • Strong storytelling instincts with a sharp eye for pacing, clarity, and impact
  • Comfortable working independently while contributing in a collaborative team setting
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-moving, deadline-driven environment

Benefits

  • The hourly rate for this position is $72/hour (US)
  • This is a W2 contract role
  • The estimated schedule for this engagement would be 32 hours per week for a 3-month period
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