The Social Media Video Editor will be responsible for creating engaging, high-quality video content across multiple digital platforms including Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, and other social media channels.

Schedule:

• Monday – Friday 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM (New York Time / EST) Includes 1-hour unpaid lunch break Total: 8 paid working hours per day

Independent Contractor Perks:

• Permanent work from home
• Immediate hiring
• Health Insurance Coverage for eligible locations

Tasks and Responsibilities

• Edit minimum 21 - 25 short-form videos weekly (Reels, TikTok, Shorts)
• Edit long-form videos ranging from 20 minutes to 2 hours (YouTube videos, podcasts, educational content)
• Cut, trim, and assemble raw footage into polished final videos
• Add captions, graphics, transitions, sound effects, and music
• Maintain consistent visual style aligned with brand aesthetics
• Optimize videos for platform performance and audience retention
• Organize video files, footage libraries, and project assets
• Use AI tools to improve editing efficiency and workflow
• Collaborate with the creative team on content execution
• Proactively suggest creative improvements, trends, and video ideas
• Meet daily and weekly production deadlines

Required Experience and Knowledge

• At least 2-5 years of experience as a video editor for social media/similar role (mid-level)
• Strong proficiency in:
  
  • CapCut
  • Adobe Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro, or equivalent professional editing software
• Experience editing both:
  
  • Short-form viral content
  • Long-form YouTube or educational videos

• Understanding of social media formats and platform requirements
• Experience using AI editing tools (auto-captioning, AI cuts, enhancement tools, etc.)
• Strong storytelling and pacing skills
• Ability to work independently and manage deadlines
• Good English communication skills (written and verbal)

Highly Regarded Experience and Knowledge (Preferred but Not Required)

• Experience editing content for influencers, coaches, or personal brands
• Knowledge of Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube growth trends
• Motion graphics or animation skills
• Experience with thumbnail creation
• Basic understanding of branding and visual storytelling
• Familiarity with AI creative tools and automation workflows
• Experience proposing viral hooks and content ideas

Special Preferences

• Creative, proactive, and detail-oriented personality
• Ability to work in a fast-paced content production environment
• Strong aesthetic sense and understanding of modern social media trends
• Interest in personal branding, lifestyle, education, or coaching content is highly valued

Side Note

• This is a permanent work-from-home role under an Independent Contractor arrangement. Candidates must have their own computer and reliable internet connection, and are responsible for their own taxes and benefits. Professional hourly fees are established based on your performance in the application process.

Reminder

• Please follow the provided link to BruntWork’s Career Site to finish your initial application requirements, including the assessment questions, technical check, and voice recording. Submissions with all requirements fulfilled will receive priority review.