Time Video Editor for Digital Platforms

Video Editor (YouTube, Instagram & Social Media) Role Overview We are looking for a creative and detail-oriented **Part-Time Video Editor** to produce engaging, high-retention content for **YouTube, Instagram, and other social media platforms**. The ideal candidate has strong storytelling skills, understands audience psychology, and can transform raw footage into compelling videos that drive views, engagement, and brand growth. Key Responsibilities * Edit YouTube long-form videos (10–45 minutes) with engaging cuts, transitions, B-roll, text animations, motion graphics, and sound design. * Create and edit **short-form content** for **Instagram Reels, YouTube Shorts, Facebook, and LinkedIn**. * Edit **Instagram videos, stories, reels, and carousel videos** that align with current trends and maximize engagement. * Add subtitles, captions, sound effects, background music, animations, emojis, and visual enhancements to increase audience retention. * Create strong hooks within the first few seconds to improve watch time and viewer engagement. * Design or suggest engaging thumbnail concepts for YouTube (basic design knowledge is a plus). * Optimize videos for different aspect ratios (16:9, 9:16, and 1:1) across all platforms. * Ensure every video follows the company's brand guidelines and content strategy. * Repurpose long-form YouTube videos into multiple Instagram Reels, YouTube Shorts, and other social media clips. * Collaborate with the marketing and content teams to deliver projects on schedule. ## Required Skills & Qualifications * Proficiency in **Adobe Premiere Pro**. * Working knowledge of **Adobe After Effects** for motion graphics. * Experience with **CapCut** (preferred for short-form editing). * Strong understanding of **YouTube and Instagram editing styles**, audience retention, and current social media trends. * Experience with motion graphics, transitions, color correction, sound design, and visual effects. * Ability to create fast-paced, engaging videos optimized for social media. * Strong storytelling skills with excellent attention to detail. ## Preferred Qualifications * Experience editing content for YouTube creators, brands, podcasts, educational channels, or social media pages. * Knowledge of YouTube SEO, thumbnail optimization, Instagram algorithms, and content optimization. * Familiarity with viral editing techniques and trending social media content formats. ## Performance Expectations * Edit 4-5 long-form YouTube videos** per month. * Produce **8–10 Instagram Reels/YouTube Shorts** per week. * Deliver high-quality work within agreed turnaround times. * Maintain consistency in editing style, branding, and content quality across all platforms.

Project ID: 40562691