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Senior Video Editor

Catena

full-time

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Location Type: Remote

Location: Philippines

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About the role

  • Your Impact
  • Bring stories to life — Transform raw footage into emotionally resonant, visually compelling content
  • Shape brand narratives — Your creative and technical skill will influence how global brands communicate with their audiences
  • Drive engagement — Create content that captures attention, builds connections, and delivers measurable results
  • Set quality standards — Elevate production quality and maintain visual consistency across multiple projects
  • Core ResponsibilitiesVideo Editing & Storytelling — 35%
  • Edit raw video footage into cohesive, engaging narratives aligned with project goals
  • Select the best takes, sequences, and pacing to maintain narrative flow
  • Shape interviews, b-roll, and visuals into emotionally resonant stories
  • Identify and extract high-performing moments from long-form content for short-form distribution
  • Post-Production & Visual Enhancement — 30%
  • Apply color correction, grading, transitions, and visual effects
  • Execute motion graphics, titles, animations, and overlays that enhance storytelling
  • Integrate music, sound effects, and voiceover elements for cinematic polish
  • Optimize content for various platforms (social media, web, broadcast)
  • Platform-Specific Content Creation — 15%
  • Create and optimize content for TikTok, Instagram Reels, YouTube Shorts, and other vertical platforms
  • Stay current with platform trends, algorithm dynamics, and emerging editing styles
  • Adapt content to platform-specific best practices and audience behaviors
  • File Management & Quality Control — 10%
  • Manage file organization, version control, and final delivery assets
  • Maintain structured project files for accessibility and team efficiency
  • Conduct detailed quality checks for both visual and audio precision
  • Creative Collaboration & Communication — 10%
  • Work closely with producers, creative leads, and clients to align on creative direction
  • Interpret creative briefs and translate them into actionable editing plans
  • Communicate effectively with remote teams on revisions, updates, and feedback
  • Receive and implement constructive feedback in fast-paced environments

Requirements

  • Must-Have (Required):**Experience & Skills**
  • 1–2+ years of professional experience as a Video Editor in agency, production, or startup environments
  • Strong creative instincts for pacing, emotion, timing, and narrative structure
  • Proven ability to craft compelling stories from both long-form and short-form footage
  • Demonstrated experience creating content for digital and social media platforms
  • Excellent organizational skills and ability to manage multiple projects with tight deadlines
  • Strong written and verbal English communication skills
  • Self-motivated and able to deliver high-quality work independently with minimal direction
  • **Technical Proficiency**
  • Advanced proficiency in Adobe Premiere Pro (required)
  • Strong proficiency in Adobe After Effects for motion graphics and animation
  • Working knowledge of color grading and correction
  • Experience with sound design and audio mixing
  • Reliable hardware setup capable of handling 4K projects and large file workflows
  • **Work Requirements**
  • Available to work full-time (40 hours/week) during US business hours (PST or EST)
  • Stable internet connection for remote collaboration and file transfers
  • Professional communication skills for client and team interactions
  • Nice-to-Have (Preferred):
  • Proficiency in additional editing tools: DaVinci Resolve, Final Cut Pro
  • Motion graphics or animation skills (Blender, Cinema 4D)
  • Basic graphic design skills (Figma, Canva, Photoshop)
  • Experience in event, music, community-driven, education, or healthcare industries
  • Prior experience working directly with US-based clients or remote teams
  • Familiarity with Frame.io, Dropbox, or other collaborative review platforms
  • Understanding of vertical-first shooting and editing techniques
  • Portfolio showcasing both polished brand content and engaging social media clips
Benefits
  • - **Competitive Salary:** Based on experience and skills
  • - **Remote Work: **Fully remote — work from anywhere
  • - **Generous PTO:** In accordance with company policy
  • - **Direct Mentorship:** Access to global industry leaders
  • - **Learning & Development: **Continuous growth resources
  • - **Global Networking: **Work with international teams
  • - **Health Coverage (Philippines only): **HMO after 3 months (full-time)
Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills & Tools
video editingstorytellingcolor gradingmotion graphicssound designaudio mixingAdobe Premiere ProAdobe After EffectsDaVinci ResolveFinal Cut Pro
Soft Skills
creative instinctsorganizational skillscommunication skillsself-motivatedability to manage multiple projectsinterpret creative briefscollaborativeability to receive feedbackattention to detailtime management