Video Editor

Job Description

A global nonprofit organisation is seeking a part-time Video Editor to transform raw footage into polished content for YouTube, Instagram, TikTok and other digital platforms. The vacancy is explicitly advertised as Remote Global and requires approximately 12 hours per week. Applicants need professional editing experience, a portfolio or reel and strong knowledge of digital-video standards.

About the opportunity

The Video Editor will work closely with the media-production team to create long-form episodes, short-form content and social-media assets.

The successful candidate will be responsible for visual consistency, pacing, storytelling, technical quality and correct delivery formats. Applicants must also complete an editing assignment as part of the application process.

Key responsibilities

• Edit long-form video content
• Produce short-form micro-content
• Prepare social-media video assets
• Add motion graphics, captions and lower thirds
• Optimise audio levels
• Apply colour correction and grading
• Improve transitions and visual flow
• Manage project files and versions
• Organise assets for efficient handovers
• Collaborate with producers, designers and editors
• Incorporate feedback
• Check technical specifications
• Export files in required formats and aspect ratios
• Recommend creative improvements

Minimum requirements

Compulsory

• Proven professional video-editing experience
• Portfolio or video reel
• Adobe Premiere Pro or similar non-linear editing experience
• Basic Adobe After Effects ability
• Audio-editing capability
• Strong visual-storytelling skills
• Understanding of pacing and rhythm
• Familiarity with YouTube, Instagram and TikTok formats
• Excellent organisation and attention to detail
• Ability to work under deadlines
• Ability to accept and apply feedback

Application assignment

Applicants must provide:

• A one-to-two-minute video reel
• One editing sample from the options supplied by the employer
• A written explanation of approximately 100 to 150 words
• An optional note about an editing trend or technique

The employer states that career opportunities are subject to a three-month probationary period.

Who should consider applying?

This role may suit:

• Video editors
• YouTube editors
• Social-media video editors
• Post-production specialists
• Freelance editors seeking part-time work
• Content creators with professional editing portfolios