
Social Media Video Editor
Hire Overseas
full-time
Posted on:
Location Type: Remote
Location: Philippines
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About the role
- Clip long-form podcast and video content into short-form videos for social platforms
- Edit videos optimized for Instagram Reels, TikTok, YouTube Shorts, and similar channels
- Add captions, framing, pacing, and visual polish to maximize retention
- Maintain consistency in style, formatting, and quality across outputs
- Identify strong moments, hooks, and narrative beats within long-form content
- Understand platform-specific formats and adjust edits accordingly
- Iterate based on performance signals and feedback
- Balance speed with quality in a high-volume content environment
- Work closely with content, marketing, or growth teams
- Follow editing guidelines while contributing thoughtful improvements
- Deliver assets on time and keep workflows organized
Requirements
- 2+ years of experience editing short-form videos for social media
- Strong proficiency with video editing tools such as CapCut, Premiere Pro, Final Cut, or similar
- Clear understanding of social media formats, pacing, and viewer behavior
- Strong attention to detail in captions, timing, and visual consistency
- Ability to work quickly without sacrificing quality
- Clear written communication and comfort working remotely
- Nice to Have: Experience editing podcast clips or creator-led content, Familiarity with social-first storytelling and audience retention strategies, Experience working with global or consumer-facing media brands, Motion graphics or light animation skills
Benefits
- You will be paid in **USD** (bi-monthly: every 15th and 30th)
- Up to **14 days** of Paid Time Off annually (starting Day 1)
- Observance of **Holidays** per company guidelines
- **100% remote setup** so you can work from anywhere
- Work with a globally recognized consumer media platform
- High ownership role with clear expectations and fast feedback
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
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Hard Skills & Tools
video editingshort-form video editingmotion graphicslight animationcaptions editingnarrative editingaudience retention strategiessocial-first storytellingpacingvisual consistency
Soft Skills
attention to detailclear written communicationability to work quicklyorganizational skillscollaborationadaptabilityfeedback incorporationcreative thinkingtime managementproblem-solving