Social media video editor

Elev8 Marketing Agency; New Delhi; On-site; INR 360,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

Elev8 Marketing Agency in New Delhi seeks a skilled Social Media Video Editor to craft engaging video content for Instagram, TikTok, YouTube and more. You will organize footage, apply transitions, overlays, music and basic motion graphics while collaborating with creators and strategists to shape concepts and maintain the brand voice.

A strong portfolio and experience with social-first video is required, with the ability to meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Strong video editing skills with professional tools (Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro, DaVinci Resolve) and basic motion graphics (After Effects).
• Experience creating social-first video content for reels, stories, and vertical formats on Instagram, TikTok, YouTube Shorts.

Responsibilities

• Edit short-form and long-form video content for Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, Facebook, and LinkedIn.
• Organize raw footage, select clips, add transitions, text overlays, music and sound effects.
• Create basic motion graphics aligned with brand guidelines.
• Collaborate with content creators, designers and strategists to shape concepts and ensure consistent visuals.
• Adapt videos to different formats and aspect ratios, optimize for engagement.
• Deliver projects within deadlines while upholding quality standards.

Skills

Video editing

Motion graphics

Social media content

Brand guidelines

Audio editing

Trend awareness

Attention to detail

Communication

Multi-project management

Portfolio/showreel

Education

Diploma/degree in film or media

Tools

Premiere Pro

Final Cut Pro

DaVinci Resolve

After Effects

Job description

Company Description

Elev8 Marketing Agency, based out of kalkaji is a growing creative and digital marketing agency that helps brands build strong online identities and connect with their audiences through engaging content. The team focuses on data-driven strategies, trend-aware storytelling, and visually impactful campaigns across social media platforms. Elev8 values collaboration, creativity, and continuous learning, providing team members with opportunities to work on diverse projects and develop new skills. The agency offers a fast-paced, professional environment where individuals can contribute ideas and see their work directly influence client growth and brand visibility.

Role Description

This is a full-time, on-site Social Media Video Editor role based in New Delhi. The Social Media Video Editor will be responsible for editing short-form and long-form video content for platforms such as Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, Facebook, and LinkedIn. Daily tasks include organizing raw footage, selecting clips, adding transitions, text overlays, music, sound effects, and basic motion graphics aligned with brand guidelines. The role involves collaborating with content creators, designers, and strategists to shape concepts, maintain consistent visual styles, and adapt videos to different formats and aspect ratios. The editor will also optimize video content for engagement, stay updated on social media trends, and deliver projects within deadlines while following quality standards.

Qualifications

• Strong video editing skills using professional tools (e.g., Adobe Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro, DaVinci Resolve) and familiarity with basic motion graphics in software such as After Effects.


• Experience creating social-first video content, including short-form reels, stories, and vertical videos tailored to platforms like Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube Shorts.


• Ability to work with brand guidelines, visual storytelling techniques, and pacing to produce engaging, audience-focused videos.


• Comfort with audio editing, including music selection, sound balancing, and syncing voiceovers or dialogue to visuals.


• Strong sense of current social media trends, hashtags, and content formats, with an interest in experimenting and iterating based on performance.


• Effective collaboration and communication skills, with the ability to take feedback, refine drafts, and coordinate with creative and marketing teams.


• Good organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.


• Relevant experience in video editing for brands or agencies; a portfolio or showreel demonstrating social media video work is required.


• Preferred qualification: Diploma or degree in film, media, communication, design, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.