Video Editor

Software Freedom Law Center; New Delhi; On-site; INR 167,000 - 279,000; Part time

Job summary

SFLC.in seeks a creative Video Editor to craft compelling video content communicating our digital rights campaigns and research. You will collaborate with lawyers, policy experts, and technologists to translate complex issues into engaging public communication.

The role involves creating videos for events, webinars, and educational materials, using motion graphics, animations, and archival material to strengthen storytelling. A strong portfolio and English communication are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of proven video editing experience with a strong portfolio.
• Proficiency in professional video editing software; motion graphics/visual effects a plus.
• Experience with videography and audio recording is a plus.
• Experience creating content for Instagram, YouTube, LinkedIn, X, or other platforms.
• Experience creating explainers or educational content.
• Strong visual storytelling and narrative structure understanding.
• Clear, accessible communication in English.

Responsibilities

• Identify stories, campaigns, research, and events to translate into video content.
• Develop story structures, scripts, and narratives with teams.
• Create videos for events, webinars, and educational materials.
• Produce both short-form and long-form content for various platforms.
• Utilize motion graphics, typography, illustrations, and archival material to enhance storytelling.
• Work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

Skills

Video editing

Storytelling

English communication

Multitasking

Nonprofit experience

Branding

Instagram/YouTube content

Public-interest issues

Portfolio

Video/audio production basics

Tools

Video editing software

Motion graphics

Job description

We are seeking a creative and skilled ‘Video Editor’ to join our dynamic team at SFLC.in, an organisation dedicated to advocating for digital rights and freedom of expression.

As a video editor, you will play a key role in creating compelling videos that communicate our mission, campaigns, and research to a global audience. We want someone who thinks creatively on the spot, brings fresh visual ideas, and understands branding, storytelling, and effective communication.

This role offers an opportunity to work closely with a multidisciplinary team of lawyers, policy experts, and technologists. The intern will gain hands‑on experience in translating complex issues around digital rights into accessible and engaging public communication.

Key Responsibilities:

• Work closely with the team to identify stories, campaigns, research, legal developments, events, and emerging issues that can be translated into compelling video content.
• Develop story structures, scripts, and narratives in collaboration with relevant teams.
• Create videos for events, webinars, and educational materials that resonate with diverse audiences.
• Create both short‑form and long‑form content, adapting the narrative and editing style to the intended platform and audience.
• Use motion graphics, animation, typography, illustrations, infographics, screen recordings, archival material, and other visual elements to strengthen storytelling.
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced and collaborative environment.

Job Qualifications & Skills:

• 1+ years of proven experience as a video editor with a strong portfolio.
• Proficiency in professional video editing software. Experience with motion graphics, animation, or visual effects is a plus.
• Experience with videography and audio recording is a plus.
• Experience creating content specifically for Instagram, YouTube, LinkedIn, X, or other digital platforms.
• Experience creating explainers, educational content, or research-driven visual communication.
• Strong understanding of visual storytelling, editing principles, and narrative structure.
• Ability to make complex information clear, engaging, and accessible.
• Good written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
• Experience working with nonprofits, civil society organisations, advocacy campaigns, journalism, or public‑interest organisations.
• Familiarity with issues relating to digital rights, technology, internet governance, privacy, freedom of expression, human rights, or social justice.

Remuneration:

• Competitive package as per the non‑profit sector.

Location:

• This position is based in our New Delhi office.

About us:

We are an equal‑opportunity employer and encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds, abilities, and experiences.