Video Editor

AcquireX; Maharashtra; On-site; INR 312,480 - 468,720; Full time

Job summary

AcquireX is seeking a creative Video Editor to transform raw footage into engaging content for social media and long‑form platforms. The role requires crafting high‑retention reels and structured YouTube videos with clear storytelling and pacing.

You will edit for Reels, Shorts, and YouTube, using 9:16 and 16:9 formats, balance audio, add graphics, and deliver polished MP4s in 1080p. On‑site in Wagholi, 1–3 years experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Strong sense of timing and storytelling for social formats.
• Understanding of retention strategies across Reels, Shorts, YouTube.
• Attention to detail in editing, color, and audio balance.
• Ability to tighten content and remove repetition.
• Good visual design sense for typography and layout.

Responsibilities

• Create high‑engagement 30–45 second vertical videos for Reels and Shorts.
• Structure educational long‑form YouTube content with clear flow and chapters.
• Apply transitions, graphics, and labels for readability.
• Ensure clean audio, readable text overlays, and branding consistency.
• Deliver in 1080p MP4, optimized for social platforms.

Skills

Storytelling timing

Social media retention

Attention to detail

Deadline-driven

Typography layout

Tools

Adobe Premiere Pro

Final Cut Pro

DaVinci Resolve

After Effects (bonus)

Job description

Location: On-site (Wagholi)

Timings: 11am-8 pm Work from Office (No Cab Services)

Company Name: AcquireX

Role: Video Editor

Experience: 1-3 Years

We are looking for a creative and detail-oriented Video Editor who can transform raw footage into engaging, high-quality content for social media and long‑form platforms. The ideal candidate understands pacing, storytelling, viewer psychology, and platform‑specific editing styles (Reels, Shorts, YouTube long‑form). You should be able to create both high‑retention short videos and structured educational long‑form content.

Key Responsibilities

• Short-Form Content (Reels / Shorts)
  • Create high‑engagement 30–45 second vertical videos
  • Craft strong hooks within the first 3 seconds
  • Highlight key steps or techniques with fast‑paced editing
  • Add clean, readable text overlays and callouts
  • Maintain visual consistency and dynamic pacing
  • Optimize content for Instagram Reels and YouTube Shorts
• Long-Form Content (YouTube – 10 Minutes+)
  • Structure educational videos with clear flow
  • Introduction
  • Tools required
  • Step‑by‑step process
  • Common mistakes
  • Conclusion
  • Use smooth transitions and logical sequencing
  • Add chapter titles, graphics, and labels
  • Ensure clean audio and optional background music
  • Maintain professional storytelling and viewer retention

Technical Requirements

• Proficiency in Adobe Premiere Pro / Final Cut Pro / DaVinci Resolve (or similar)
• Strong understanding of vertical (9:16) and horizontal (16:9) formats
• Knowledge of:
  • Motion graphics basics
  • Text animation
  • Audio balancing
  • Color correction
• Ability to deliver:
  • 1080p minimum quality
  • MP4 export format

Skills And Qualities

• Strong sense of timing and storytelling
• Understanding of social media retention strategies
• Attention to detail
• Ability to remove repetition and tighten content
• Good visual design sense (typography & layout)
• Organized workflow and file management
• Ability to meet deadlines

Bonus Skills

• Motion graphics experience (After Effects)
• Thumbnail design experience
• Basic understanding of YouTube SEO & retention metrics
• Sound design enhancement skills
• Experience editing DIY / tutorial-style content