Short-Form Video Editor (Reels / TikTok / YouTube Shorts)

Job Type: Part-time / Contract (Paid per video)
Output Goal: 3–5 short-form videos per week
Platforms: Instagram Reels, TikTok, YouTube Shorts

Overview:
I’m looking for a short-form video editor who can turn my long-form YouTube videos (English and Spanish) into high-retention short videos that encourage viewers to click through and watch the full video on YouTube.

This role goes beyond basic clipping. I’m looking for someone who understands hooks, pacing, captions, storytelling, and U.S. social media culture.

I currently have a VA who edits my long-form YouTube videos. If the quality is there, I’m open to working with one person who can handle both long-form and short-form.

Responsibilities:

Create engaging short-form content from long-form YouTube videos

Identify high-impact ---------- nts and strong hooks

Add subtitles/captions, zooms, pacing, and light effects when appropriate

Write platform-optimized captions with a clear CTA to the full YouTube video

Optimize videos for retention (especially the first 1–3 seconds)

Language & Culture Fit:

Fluent English is required

Strong understanding of U.S. culture, slang, and social media trends

Spanish is a bonus, not required

Experience:

Proven experience editing Reels, TikToks, or YouTube Shorts

You understand why certain short-form videos perform better than others

Experience working with content creators is a plus

Trial Task (Required):
You will be provided with 3 YouTube videos:

Spanish video:
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English videos:
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From these, you must create:

3 short-form videos total (one from each video)

Each video must be under 60 seconds

A caption for each short-form video

A brief explanation of why you chose each clip

This trial helps me evaluate editing style, creativity, hook selection, pacing, and audience understanding.

Payment:

Paid per short-form video

Rate depends on experience and quality

Ongoing work available for the right fit

Application Details:
When submitting your application, make sure your application title naturally begins with your favorite color, followed by the role you’re applying for. This helps me organize and review applications more efficiently.

To Apply, Please Include:

Relevant short-form video samples

Your experience with Reels/TikTok/YouTube Shorts

Whether you’ve worked with English-speaking or U.S.-based creators

Your rate per short-form video

I’m looking for someone who understands attention, psychology, and conversion, not just editing software.