Video Editor

Algouniversity (backed by Y-Combinator); Hyderabad; On-site; INR 250,000 - 450,000; Full time

Job summary

Algouniversity (backed by Y-Combinator) in Hyderabad seeks a creative Video Editor to craft engaging content for social media, YouTube, ads and brand campaigns. You will shape narratives with effective pacing, story flow and sound design.

You will build motion graphics, maintain branding consistency, and explore AI-powered workflows to improve efficiency. You will collaborate with the marketing team and deliver consistent visuals.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in video editing and post-production for social media and campaigns.
• Ability to tell compelling stories through pacing and visuals.
• Portfolio showing showreel or samples.

Responsibilities

• Edit long-form videos, YouTube videos, reels, short-form content and ads.
• Ensure engaging storytelling through editing, pacing, and visual flow.
• Handle music selection, sound design, SFX, and audio synchronisation.
• Create motion graphics, animations, titles, transitions, and visual effects.
• Develop engaging video graphics and branded visual elements.
• Maintain brand consistency through typography, colour grading, and visual identity.
• Ensure all video content aligns with branding guidelines.
• Implement AI tools for video generation and post-production workflows.
• Explore new tools and techniques to improve editing efficiency.
• Collaborate with creative, content, and production teams to deliver high-quality videos.

Skills

Storytelling

Motion graphics

Branding

Post-production

Audio design

Time management

Creative thinking

Tools

Adobe Premiere Pro

Adobe After Effects

DaVinci Resolve

Photoshop

Illustrator

Blender (basic)

Job description

Role & responsibilities

We are looking for creative Video Editors with a strong understanding of storytelling, motion graphics, branding, and post-production to create engaging content for social media, YouTube, advertisements, and brand campaigns.

Key Responsibilities:

Video Editing & Post-Production

• Edit long-form videos, YouTube videos, reels, short-form content, and advertisements.
• Ensure engaging storytelling through editing, pacing, and visual flow.
• Handle music selection, sound design, SFX, and audio synchronisation.

Motion Graphics & Visual Effects

• Create motion graphics, animations, titles, transitions, and visual effects.
• Develop engaging video graphics and branded visual elements.

Branding & Visual Consistency

• Maintain brand consistency through typography, colour grading, and visual identity.
• Ensure all video content aligns with the company's branding guidelines.

AI & Creative Workflows

• Implement AI tools for video generation and post-production workflows.
• Explore new tools and techniques to improve editing efficiency.

Team Collaboration

• Collaborate with creative, content, and production teams to deliver high-quality videos.

Preferred candidate profile

• Proficiency in Adobe Premiere Pro and Adobe After Effects.
• Basic knowledge of Photoshop, Illustrator, and DaVinci Resolve.
• Strong storytelling, editing, motion graphics, music, and sound design skills.
• Understanding of branding, typography, colour theory, and visual layouts.
• Familiarity with AI tools for video generation and editing.
• Strong creative thinking and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.

Good to Have:

• Knowledge of Blender for 3D modelling, animation, and visual effects.
• Videography and photography skills.
• Pre-production knowledge, including camera operation, microphones, and lighting setup.
• Experience in colour grading, VFX, and advanced motion graphics.

Application Requirement:

Candidates must share their updated resume along with a showreel or portfolio link. Freshers and experienced professionals are welcome. Selection will be based on practical editing skills, creativity, and portfolio quality.