Short & Long Form Video Editor

Job Description: Short-Form & Long Form Video Editor

About the Role

I’m looking for a creative, detail-oriented video editor to help me bring my content to life across TikTok, Instagram Reels, Facebook, and YouTube Shorts, as well as editing my Video Youtube for long form content. My Youtube long form content also becomes my audio podcast (when applicable) so editing detailds are iimportant here. You’ll be editing videos for my personal brand and UGC client projects, turning raw clips into engaging, binge-worthy content that keeps people watching and taking action.

Many of my videos are talking head style, but about 1/4 will be B-roll type of videos so keeping these engaging and well thought out and cohesive is key.

I definitely need strong communication, and during working days, short-form videos are completed within 48 hours, and long-form videos are completed within 4 days.

Responsibilities
Edit short-form videos (15–90 sec) optimized for TikTok, Reels, Shorts, etc. The goal is to complete 3-4 short form videos a week on average after we get a good flow going.
Long form video editing for Youtube Channel (that turns into audio podcast) 2-3 times per month. Average 10 minute videos.
Add captions (stylized + on brand) and ensure accuracy
Incorporate relevant and appropriate B-roll.
Incorporate engaging transitions, text effects, and animations
Apply trending sounds/music while staying aligned with brand vibe
Cut, trim, and structure videos for maximum watch time + hook retention
Deliver files sized and formatted for multiple platforms
Stay updated on platform trends and apply best practices to edits
Experience with creating content for Influencers, Personal brands & creators is important to me.

Skills and Needs:
Engaging Animations: Amplify the message with dynamic text animations and sound effects designed to capture attention.
?Captivating Images: Seamless graphics and video added to create a more immersive experience for the audience.
?Enhanced Aesthetics: Expert color grading and audio enhancements to provide a polished finish to your content
Familiar with and use Adobe editing tools & softwares


***Not just using AI apps to edit please***

Bonus Skills (not required but amazing):
Thumbnail creation for YouTube
Light motion graphics or animations
If you like creating static social media posts as well that would be exceptionally helpful and can bring more hours available to the project each week.

You’ll be a great fit if you:
Have experience editing short-form content for social media (portfolio required)
Know how to keep videos fast-paced and engaging without losing clarity
Pay attention to details (typos in captions make you cringe ????)
Can meet deadlines and turn around edits quickly
Love experimenting with new trends, effects, and creative ideas

I am looking to create videos that are similar to this but in my own personal brand style:

B-roll storytelling: ---------- == <— a must
B-roll style: ----------
Engaging talking head: ----------
Engaging talking head: ---------- ==
Talking head EDU: ---------- == <— a must