Video Editor

Role Overview

Were looking for a video editor who doesnt just cut and paste but thinks in rhythm, story, and emotion.

Someone who understands that editing is writing with visuals, and can turn a raw idea or script into something you feel.

You'll be responsible for editing and post-producing all our short-form and long-form content across Instagram and YouTube. This includes reels, interviews, explainers, and original series. You'll work closely with the content writer, filmmakers, and creative leads to make sure every frame reflects intention — in pacing, tone, and design.

If you're the kind of person who notices jump cuts, transitions, audio sync, and color balance before you notice the dialogue — you're probably the one we're looking for.

Key Responsibilities

1. Video Editing & Post-Production

• Edit short-form and long-form videos for Instagram Reels, YouTube Shorts, and full YouTube episodes.
• Maintain high creative standards — from storytelling flow to sound design, pacing, and typography.
• Work from raw footage, adding structure, emotion, and narrative clarity.
• Apply motion graphics, text overlays, and visual cues that make content more engaging and easier to follow.
• Ensure videos are color-graded, sound-balanced, and visually aligned with brand tonality.
• Maintain consistent visual identity across all content series and platforms.

2. Storytelling Through Editing

• Collaborate with the scriptwriter and creative team to understand the core emotion and message of each piece.
• Translate written scripts into visual sequences — finding moments, reactions, and transitions that elevate the story.
• Use cuts, pacing, and music to create emotional arcs and maintain viewer attention.
• Understand how attention works in digital content — first-frame hooks, mid-video drop-offs, and closing satisfaction.
• Make creative choices that keep storytelling authentic, not just flashy.

3. Motion Design & Graphics

• Design motion graphics, kinetic text, and animated visual aids that complement the storytelling.
• Create templates for intros, outros, and recurring series formats to speed up workflow.
• Experiment with new visual styles, typography, and effects that match emerging content trends.
• Ensure brand consistency in all graphic and motion elements (color palette, fonts, iconography).

4. Technical Excellence

• Manage the full post-production workflow — from ingesting footage to final export.
• Maintain organized project files, naming conventions, and version control.
• Optimize video exports for different platforms (aspect ratios, codecs, compression).
• Manage color correction, audio normalization, and mastering across deliverables.
• Keep backups and ensure no file loss during revisions or feedback rounds.

5. Collaboration & Operations

• Partner closely with the content writer, DOP, and marketing team for feedback loops.
• Review scripts before shoots to anticipate editing needs and suggest shot structures.
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously and deliver within timelines.
• Coordinate with external freelancers if needed (sound engineers, animators, etc.).
• Build efficient workflows to move from idea shoot edit publish smoothly.

6. Trendspotting & Innovation

• Stay up-to-date with editing trends, visual transitions, and platform-specific styles.
• Watch creators and editors across YouTube, Instagram, and TikTok to study new editing patterns.
• Experiment with new effects, formats, and compositions that keep our content fresh.
• Proactively bring visual ideas to brainstorming sessions.

Skills & Qualities We're Looking For

• Strong visual sense: You have an eye for color, light, and rhythm. You know how to make cuts feel seamless and moments impactful.
• Narrative instinct: You understand story arcs — setup, tension, payoff — and can shape footage to create them.
• Speed with precision: You can work fast without compromising quality.
• Motion graphics skill: Proficiency with After Effects or motion tools to enhance storytelling.
• Attention to detail: From typography alignment to audio levels, you catch what others miss.
• Curiosity: You're obsessed with figuring out what makes videos go viral — not just views, but why people watch till the end.
• Collaboration: You're open to feedback, know how to communicate visually, and can work well with writers, directors, and marketers.
• Adaptability: You're comfortable switching between emotional long-form storytelling and snappy, witty short-form edits.

Qualifications

• 2–4 years of experience in video editing, motion design, or post-production.
• Proficiency in Adobe Premiere Pro (mandatory) and After Effects (preferred).
• Working knowledge of color grading, audio design, and compression formats.
• Experience editing for social media platforms (Instagram Reels, YouTube Shorts, etc.).
• A strong portfolio demonstrating versatility across genres and formats.
• Familiarity with tools like DaVinci Resolve, Final Cut Pro, or CapCut Desktop is a plus.

Work Setup

• Location: Bengaluru (available for in-person shoots and creative reviews).
• Reporting To: Creative Lead / Founders.
• Working Style: High-ownership, iterative, and feedback-driven.
• Compensation: 30,000 – 50,000/month (based on experience & capability).