This role focuses on editing dynamic short-form video content for major social media platforms, including Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube Shorts. The ideal candidate will transform raw talking-head footage, UGC, product showcases, and social ads into highly engaging videos that capture attention within the first few seconds. You will be responsible for ensuring each edit aligns with established brand guidelines and reference styles, delivering polished content with strong pacing, compelling hooks, and clear, on-brand captions. The position requires a proactive approach to revisions, fast turnaround times, and a commitment to maintaining high-quality standards across all deliverables.

Responsibilities

Edit short-form videos for Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube Shorts, including talking-head, UGC, product, and social ad content
Apply colour grading, subtle zooms, transitions, text overlays, music, sound effects, and simple motion graphics to enhance viewer engagement
Ensure all edits adhere to provided brand guidelines and reference subtitle styles
Collaborate efficiently to implement feedback and revisions within tight deadlines
Manage multiple projects simultaneously, maintaining consistency and quality across all deliverables
Deliver final videos in required formats, optimized for each platform

Skills And Requirements

Proven experience editing short-form social media content, with a strong portfolio of relevant work
Proficiency in Premiere Pro, Final Cut, DaVinci Resolve, or CapCut
Expertise in pacing, storytelling, and creating engaging hooks for social platforms
Strong skills in colour grading, audio mixing, and adding motion graphics or animated text
Ability to follow brand guidelines and replicate reference styles accurately
Excellent communication skills and responsiveness to feedback
Reliable, organized, and able to meet tight deadlines
Willingness to share examples of previous short-form edits (AI-generated work will not be considered)
Availability for ongoing projects and quick turnaround times

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Freelance Video Editor Social Media Shorts