Video Editor

Spellzee; Tamil Nadu; On-site; INR 420,000 - 660,000; Full time

Job summary

Spellzee, an IITM-incubated language learning platform, seeks a Video Editor to craft Instagram Reels, Meta Ads, educational and promotional videos, and testimonials. You will shape compelling stories with strong hooks and pacing, driving user action while maintaining brand consistency.

The ideal candidate has 2–4 years of experience, a strong showreel, and proficiency in Premiere Pro/After Effects. This full-time, remote-friendly role requires independent work and collaboration with the

Qualifications

• 2–4 years of professional video editing experience.
• Tamil speaking candidate preferred.
• Strong knowledge of short‑form video editing.
• Experience creating Instagram Reels and social-media videos.
• Understanding of performance marketing and advertisement creatives.
• Storytelling, pacing, composition, and visual communication.
• Ability to independently edit videos from raw footage and a basic concept.

Responsibilities

• Edit short-form videos for Instagram, Facebook, YouTube Shorts, and other social platforms.
• Create engaging Reels and performance marketing videos from raw footage.
• Edit Meta/Facebook and Instagram advertisement creatives.
• Create strong hooks within the first 1–3 seconds of a video.
• Add captions, subtitles, animations, graphics, sound effects, music, and other elements where required.
• Edit student testimonials, parent testimonials, tutor videos, educational content, and promotional videos.
• Repurpose long-form footage into multiple short-form videos.
• Understand the target audience and create content that connects with parents of school-going children.
• Work closely with the marketing and creative team to develop video concepts.
• Suggest improvements to video structure, storytelling, hooks, pacing, and visual presentation.
• Maintain consistent branding across all video content.
• Create multiple variations of videos for testing and performance marketing.
• Stay updated with current Instagram/YouTube video trends, editing styles, and content formats.
• Use AI-powered tools wherever they can improve the speed and quality of content production.
• Manage multiple video projects and deliver them within agreed timelines.

Skills

Video editing

Tamil speaking

Short-form editing

Portfolio/showreel

Tools

Adobe Premiere Pro

After Effects

DaVinci Resolve

CapCut

Photoshop

Illustrator

Canva

AI video tools

Job description

Spellzee is an IITM-incubated language learning platform trusted by over 15,000 parents for building strong communication foundations in children. The platform delivers structured, student-centric teaching across eight languages, including regional and international options, and programs such as Phonics, Reading, Grammar, Public Speaking, Spoken English, and Accent Training. With more than 500 certified tutors and over 3 million minutes of live classes delivered, Spellzee emphasizes affordable, high-quality learning tailored to each child’s progress. Team members at Spellzee contribute to an impact-driven environment that prioritizes measurable outcomes and engaging learning experiences for learners.

About the Role

Company Description

Spellzee is an IITM-incubated language learning platform trusted by over 15,000 parents for building strong communication foundations in children. The platform delivers structured, student-centric teaching across eight languages, including regional and international options, and programs such as Phonics, Reading, Grammar, Public Speaking, Spoken English, and Accent Training. With more than 500 certified tutors and over 3 million minutes of live classes delivered, Spellzee emphasizes affordable, high-quality learning tailored to each child’s progress. Team members at Spellzee contribute to an impact-driven environment that prioritizes measurable outcomes and engaging learning experiences for learners.

About the Role

As a Video Editor at Spellzee, you will be responsible for creating Instagram Reels, Meta Ads, educational videos, promotional videos, testimonials, social-media content, and other marketing creatives.

This role is ideal for someone who understands that good editing is not just about transitions and effects,

it is about storytelling, attention retention, strong hooks, pacing, and driving action.

Key Responsibilities

• Edit short-form videos for Instagram, Facebook, YouTube Shorts, and other social platforms.
• Create engaging Reels and performance marketing videos from raw footage.
• Edit Meta/Facebook and Instagram advertisement creatives.
• Create strong hooks within the first 1–3 seconds of a video.
• Add captions, subtitles, animations, graphics, sound effects, music, and other elements where required.
• Edit student testimonials, parent testimonials, tutor videos, educational content, and promotional videos.
• Repurpose long-form footage into multiple short-form videos.
• Understand the target audience and create content that connects with parents of school-going children.
• Work closely with the marketing and creative team to develop video concepts.
• Suggest improvements to video structure, storytelling, hooks, pacing, and visual presentation.
• Maintain consistent branding across all video content.
• Create multiple variations of videos for testing and performance marketing.
• Stay updated with current Instagram/YouTube video trends, editing styles, and content formats.
• Use AI-powered tools wherever they can improve the speed and quality of content production.
• Manage multiple video projects and deliver them within agreed timelines.

Skills Required

• 2–4 years of professional video editing experience.
• Tamil Speaking Candidate preferred
• Strong knowledge of short-form video editing.
• Experience creating Instagram Reels and social-media videos.
• Understanding of performance marketing and advertisement creatives.
• Strong sense of storytelling, pacing, composition, and visual communication.
• Ability to create compelling hooks and maintain viewer attention.
• Good understanding of subtitles, typography, transitions, sound effects, music, and motion graphics.
• Ability to independently edit videos from raw footage and a basic concept.
• Good attention to detail.
• Ability to understand feedback and make revisions quickly.
• Ability to handle multiple projects and meet deadlines.
• Familiarity with AI tools for video editing, captions, visuals, voiceovers, or content ideation is an advantage.

Editing Tools

Candidates should be comfortable with professional editing software such as:

• Adobe Premiere Pro
• After Effects
• DaVinci Resolve
• CapCut
• Photoshop / Illustrator
• Canva
• AI-based video and creative tools

Expertise in at least one professional video editing software is required.

What We Are Looking For

We are looking for someone who:

• Has a strong portfolio/showreel.
• Understands what makes people stop scrolling.
• Can create a strong opening hook.
• Understands short-form content and retention.
• Can convert raw footage into engaging stories.
• Is comfortable working independently in a remote environment.
• Takes ownership of work rather than waiting for step-by-step instructions.
• Is open to feedback and willing to continuously improve.
• Is serious about building a long‑term career in video editing and content creation.

Important

This is a full-time role.

We are looking for serious full‑time candidates only.

• Freelancers are not preferred.
• Part‑time candidates are not preferred.
• Candidates looking for temporary/side projects are not preferred.
• Candidates must have their own laptop/system suitable for professional video editing.
• A stable internet connection is required for remote work.
• Candidates should be available for regular collaboration with the marketing and creative team.

Compensation

Salary: Based on experience, skill level, and portfolio.

Selection Process

The selection process may include:

• Application screening
• Portfolio / Showreel evaluation
• Initial interview
• Practical video editing assignment
• Final interview

Candidates may be asked to complete a short practical editing assignment to demonstrate their actual editing ability.