Job Overview

Our client is a growing media production company specializing in video podcast production and content creation. They are looking for a skilled Short-Form Video Editor – Reels, TikTok & YouTube to turn podcasts, interviews, and long-form footage into polished, engaging content for social media and digital marketing.

You will work across multiple client accounts, creating short-form videos for Instagram Reels, TikTok, and YouTube Shorts. The ideal candidate understands strong hooks, pacing, storytelling, captions, and visual elements that capture attention and improve audience retention.

Schedule

• Monday–Friday, flexible within client business hours Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST); 20 hours per week

Responsibilities

Video Editing & Content Creation

• Edit podcasts, interviews, talking-head videos, and other long-form content into polished final outputs.
• Repurpose long-form footage into engaging short-form videos for Instagram Reels, TikTok, and YouTube Shorts.
• Identify strong hooks, soundbites, stories, and moments suitable for social media.
• Create attention-grabbing openings that engage viewers within the first few seconds.
• Add captions, subtitles, B-roll, transitions, graphics, sound effects, and other visual elements as needed.
• Format and optimize videos for different social media platforms.
• Maintain strong pacing, storytelling, audio, and visual quality throughout each edit.

Content Repurposing & Brand Execution

• Review full podcast and interview recordings to identify multiple content opportunities.
• Create multiple clips, cuts, hooks, and versions from a single long-form recording when required.
• Follow client-specific branding, editing styles, and creative guidelines.
• Adapt content based on the target audience, platform, and campaign.
• Use creative judgment to improve engagement and overall video quality.
• Organize video files, assets, and project materials for efficient production and revisions.
• Assist with thumbnails or basic visual assets when needed.

Collaboration & Workflow

• Work closely with the internal production and content teams.
• Accurately implement creative direction and feedback.
• Manage multiple client projects while meeting deadlines and quality standards.
• Maintain an organized workflow and consistent turnaround times.
• Work independently in a remote environment.

Requirements

• 2–5 years of professional video editing experience.
• Proven experience creating short-form social media content.
• Experience editing podcasts, interviews, or talking-head content is highly preferred.
• Strong understanding of video pacing, storytelling, hooks, and audience retention.
• Proficiency in professional editing software such as Adobe Premiere Pro, DaVinci Resolve, or Final Cut Pro.
• Strong understanding of vertical video formats and social media editing best practices.
• Ability to create engaging captions, transitions, B-roll, graphics, and basic visual effects.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to consistently deliver polished work.
• Ability to follow brand guidelines and incorporate feedback effectively.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and client requirements independently.
• Portfolio demonstrating short-form video editing and social media content is required.

Nice-to-Have Requirements

• Experience working with podcasts, media production companies, or content agencies.
• Experience managing content for multiple clients or brands.
• Familiarity with Adobe After Effects, Photoshop, Canva, or similar creative tools.
• Knowledge of current social media trends and short-form content best practices.
• Experience creating thumbnails or other basic digital assets.

Scope

• Edit content for a diverse portfolio of podcast and media clients.
• Primarily focused on short-form video production and long-form content repurposing.
• Turn long-form recordings into multiple social media assets.
• Collaborate with production and content teams while managing multiple client projects.
• Contribute to an efficient and scalable video editing workflow.

Independent Contractor Perks

• Permanent Work from Home
• Immediate Hiring

Note

Please click the "Apply" button to complete your application, including the assessment questions, technical check, and voice recording. Your hourly pay rate will be established based on your performance in the application process; submissions with all requirements fulfilled will receive priority review.

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