Video Editor

Jobgether; Remote; AED 312,000 - 386,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment partner is seeking a skilled Video Editor to join a creative team in the United Arab Emirates. This role involves editing raw footage into impactful narratives while collaborating with producers and animators. Ideal candidates will have 3–6 years of experience, a strong portfolio, and proficiency in Premiere Pro and DaVinci Resolve. The position offers competitive compensation of $85,000–$105,000, equity options, fully remote work, and comprehensive benefits including 35 days of paid time off.

Benefits

Competitive USD-based compensation

Fully remote work

35 days of paid time off annually

Comprehensive medical coverage

Home office stipend

Biannual company retreats

Qualifications

• 3–6 years of professional video editing experience, preferably in technology companies.
• Strong portfolio demonstrating storytelling through editing.
• Ability to manage multiple projects independently in a remote environment.

Responsibilities

• Edit raw footage into compelling narratives, managing pacing and emotional impact.
• Deliver locked cuts for animation integration and finalize videos.
• Produce social media cutdowns to support marketing campaigns.

Skills

Video editing

Narrative instincts

Organizational skills

Proficiency in English (C2)

Tools

Premiere Pro

DaVinci Resolve

After Effects

Frame.io

Descript

Notion

Job description

This position is posted by Jobgether on behalf of a partner company. We are currently looking for a Video Editor in United Arab Emirates.

We are seeking a skilled Video Editor to join a dynamic creative team, responsible for transforming raw footage into polished, compelling stories that resonate with professional audiences. In this role, you will shape narrative arcs, define pacing, and deliver finished videos that balance clarity, credibility, and visual appeal. You will work on a mix of high-polish brand projects, fast-turnaround growth videos, and social content, collaborating closely with producers, animators, and marketing teams. This position offers autonomy, creative influence, and the opportunity to consistently elevate content quality across multiple platforms while maintaining a professional, high-trust workflow.

Accountabilities

• Edit raw footage into compelling narratives, managing pacing, structure, and emotional impact.
• Deliver locked cuts for animation integration, then finalize videos with color grading and audio mixing.
• Produce social media cutdowns and alternate formats to support marketing campaigns.
• Collaborate with video producers, animators, and marketing teams to ensure seamless project handoffs.
• Maintain organized project files with clear naming, version control, and export management.
• Uphold a consistent, professional visual style across all video content.

Requirements

• 3–6 years of professional video editing experience, ideally in technology or software-focused companies.
• Strong narrative instincts with a portfolio demonstrating storytelling through editing.
• Expertise in Premiere Pro or DaVinci Resolve for editing and color grading.
• Working knowledge of After Effects for basic compositing and cleanup.
• Familiarity with AI-assisted editing tools and modern workflows (e.g., Frame.io, Descript, Notion).
• Excellent organizational skills and strong attention to detail in managing multiple projects.
• Proficiency in English (spoken, written, and reading) at a CEFR Level C2 / ILR Level 5.
• Ability to operate independently in a remote, high-trust environment while collaborating effectively.

Bonus Skills

• Experience creating educational or thought leadership videos.
• Knowledge of Figma for storyboarding.
• Familiarity with social media formatting and captioning best practices.
• Experience in fast-paced marketing video production, including paid ads and YouTube content.

Benefits

• Competitive USD-based compensation ($85,000–$105,000) with equity and annual review.
• Fully remote: work from anywhere in the world.
• 35 days of paid time off annually, plus a paid sabbatical after 5 years.
• Comprehensive medical coverage for you and your family, or reimbursement options.
• Parental leave and family support benefits.
• Home office stipend and learning & development allowance.
• Annual bonus potential for roles not already receiving variable income.
• Biannual company retreats at international locations.
• Autonomy and trust to manage your projects and creative process.

Why Apply Through Jobgether?

We use an AI-powered matching process to ensure your application is reviewed quickly, objectively, and fairly against the role's core requirements. Our system identifies the top-fitting candidates, and this shortlist is then shared directly with the hiring company. The final decision and next steps (interviews, assessments) are managed by their internal team.

We appreciate your interest and wish you the best!

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