Cinematic Freelance Video Editor

Erik RCT - Filmproduktion; Deutschland; Remote; EUR 34,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Above-average payment

Flexible hours

Access to asset libraries

Portfolio inclusion opportunity

Collaboration with renowned brands

Job summary

A growing video production company in Germany is seeking a talented Freelance Video Editor to craft cinematic social media videos and commercials. This entry-level role requires proven experience and creativity in video editing, particularly with Premiere Pro or DaVinci Resolve. The successful candidate will enjoy exciting projects, long-term collaboration opportunities, and the freedom to work remotely. This position offers above-average payment based on skill and quality, alongside access to extensive asset libraries and a chance to enhance your personal portfolio.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in professional video editing, preferably with social media and commercial content.
• Strong understanding of pacing, visual rhythm, and storytelling.
• Reliable and responsive communication style.
• Fluent in English; German skills are a plus but not required.
• Reliable, responsive communication and ability to work remotely with good bandwidth.

Responsibilities

• Edit cinematic social media videos, image films, and commercials.
• Implement advanced effects and animations.
• Work closely with production for visual quality.
• Deliver project updates during production.
• Handle sound design and color grading.
• Handle sound design and color grading.

Skills

Video editing

Premiere Pro

DaVinci Resolve

Final Cut Pro

Motion graphics

Sound design

Color grading

Fluent English

German (optional)

Remote collaboration

Tools

Premiere Pro

DaVinci Resolve

Final Cut Pro

Job description

Cinematic Freelance Video Editor role at Erik RCT - Filmproduktion

We are Erik RCT Filmproduktion GmbH, a fast‑growing video production company based in Germany, working with well‑known national and international brands.

We’re looking for a talented, reliable, and creative Freelance Video Editor who can bring cinematic storytelling, strong pacing, and eye‑catching effects to our projects.

Responsibilities

• Edit cinematic social media videos, image films, recruiting videos, and commercials.
• Implement advanced effects, transitions, and animations that elevate storytelling and brand perception.
• Work closely with our production team to maintain consistent visual quality across projects.
• Deliver regular project updates and communicate proactively during each production phase.
• Download and upload large video files from our server (stable internet connection required).
• Handle sound design and color grading.

Requirements

• Proven experience in professional video editing (Premiere Pro, DaVinci Resolve, or Final Cut Pro).
• Strong understanding of pacing, visual rhythm, and storytelling for social media and commercial content.
• Creative use of motion graphics, transitions, and sound effects – cinematic or television‑level quality.
• Fluent in English; German language skills are a plus, but not required.
• Reliable and responsive communication style.
• High‑speed internet for file transfers (essential for remote collaboration).

Benefits

• Above‑average payment based on skill and quality.
• Exciting projects with renowned German and international brands.
• Long‑term collaboration opportunities.
• Freedom to work remotely with flexible hours.
• The chance to include selected works in your personal portfolio (upon agreement).
• Access to huge assets libraries (music, sfx, vfx).

Seniority level

Entry level

Employment type

Contract

Job function

Design

Industries

Media Production

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