Video Editor

Birla Cosmetics Private Limited; Mumbai; On-site; INR 700,000 - 1,100,000; Full time

Job summary

Birla Cosmetics Private Limited in Mumbai seeks a creative Video Editor to craft engaging content for YouTube, Instagram, LinkedIn, and our website. You will assemble footage, apply effects, and ensure high-quality storytelling that aligns with brand guidelines.

The role requires 5+ years of editing experience and a strong portfolio showcasing diverse styles and post-production techniques, with proficiency in Premiere Pro, DaVinci Resolve, and After Effects.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of professional experience as a Video Editor or Content Creator in an agency, media company, or in-house marketing team.
• A strong portfolio or showreel demonstrating a wide range of editing styles, storytelling capabilities, and post-production techniques.

Responsibilities

• Assemble, cut, and edit raw video footage into polished, cohesive visual pieces that align with brand guidelines and narrative objectives.
• Add subtitles, captions, lower thirds, call-outs, and appropriate sound effects (SFX) to enhance viewer engagement.
• Perform colour grading, colour correction, audio mixing, sound design, and light motion graphics/animations (limited basis)
• Re-purpose long-form content into short-form assets (Reels, Shorts).
• Adapt video formats, aspect ratios, and export settings tailored to specific digital platforms and technical specs.
• Stay up to date with emerging video trends, viral formats, editing techniques, and AI editing tools to continuously elevate content quality.
• Work closely with content creators, copywriters, creative directors, and marketing teams to turn concepts and briefs into finished video assets.
• Organize, archive, and manage raw media files, project assets, and project files efficiently.
• Incorporate feedback from internal stakeholders promptly and refine drafts through iteration cycles.

Skills

Portfolio/showreel

Visual storytelling

Time management

Communication

Attention to detail

Tools

Adobe Premiere Pro

DaVinci Resolve

Final Cut Pro

Adobe After Effects

Photoshop

Illustrator

Canva

Adobe Audition

Audacity

Job description

We are looking for a creative, detail-oriented, and versatile Video Editor to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for bringing visual storytelling to life by assembling raw footage, applying effects/graphics, optimizing sound, and delivering high-quality, engaging video content tailored across multiple digital platforms (YouTube, Instagram, LinkedIn, Website, etc.).

Key Responsibilities

• Assemble, cut, and edit raw video footage into polished, cohesive visual pieces that align with brand guidelines and narrative objectives.
• Add subtitles, captions, lower thirds, call-outs, and appropriate sound effects (SFX) to enhance viewer engagement.
• Perform colour grading, colour correction, audio mixing, sound design, and light motion graphics/animations (limited basis)
• Re-purpose long-form content (podcasts, webinars, interviews, keynotes) into high-engaging, short-form assets (Reels, Shorts).
• Adapt video formats, aspect ratios, and export settings tailored to specific digital platforms and technical specs.
• Stay up to date with emerging video trends, viral formats, editing techniques, and AI editing tools to continuously elevate content quality.
• Work closely with content creators, copywriters, creative directors, and marketing teams to turn concepts and briefs into finished video assets.
• Organize, archive, and manage raw media files, project assets, and project files efficiently.
• Incorporate feedback from internal stakeholders promptly and refine drafts through iteration cycles.

Key Requirements & Qualifications

Experience:

• 5+ years of professional experience as a Video Editor or Content Creator in an agency, media company, or in-house marketing team.
• A strong portfolio or showreel demonstrating a wide range of editing styles, storytelling capabilities, and post-production techniques.

Technical Skills:

• Proficiency in industry-standard editing software (e.g., Adobe Premiere Pro, DaVinci Resolve, or Final Cut Pro).
• Working knowledge of motion graphics software (e.g., Adobe After Effects).
• Basic knowledge of graphic design tools (e.g., Photoshop, Illustrator, or Canva) for thumbnail design and visual assets.
• Sound understanding of audio tools (e.g., Adobe Audition, Audacity) and audio levelling.
• Familiarity with video encoding, codecs, frame rates, and export settings.

Soft Skills:

• Strong sense of visual pacing, storytelling, rhythm, and attention to detail.
• Excellent time management and ability to deliver high-quality work under tight deadlines.
• Good communication skills and openness to creative feedback/critique.