Video Editor - Kannada Job ID: 375793

Kuku FM, Inc.; India; On-site; INR 420,000 - 750,000; Full time

Job summary

KUKU is seeking a Video Editor - Kannada to craft high-retention promos for microdramas and short-form fiction. You will translate scripts into fast-paced visuals, create compelling openings, and ensure emotion and clarity across platforms.

The role emphasizes storytelling, timing, and collaboration with writers and marketers. Experience with Kannada content and social promos is preferred, contributing to performance-driven campaigns.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Video Editor in promos or short-form storytelling.
• Strong command of pacing, timing, framing, and continuity.
• Basic graphics knowledge (SFX, overlays, fast cuts).
• Proficiency in Premiere Pro, After Effects, or Final Cut Pro.
• Ability to translate scripts into engaging visuals.
• Comfortable in a fast-paced, execution-heavy environment.

Responsibilities

• Edit short-form promotional videos for microdramas and fictional content across platforms (Meta, YouTube, Shorts, Reels).
• Translate scripts and audio narratives into visually compelling, fast-paced video promos.
• Build strong openings (first 2–5 seconds), clear narrative progression, and effective visual payoffs.
• Use captions, overlays, transitions, sound design, and music to enhance emotional impact and clarity.
• Ensure visual consistency with brand guidelines while adapting edits for different formats and platforms.
• Collaborate closely with promo writers, growth marketers, and creative teams to iterate based on feedback and performance.
• Manage multiple edits simultaneously while maintaining quality and meeting deadlines.

Skills

Video editing fundamentals

Pacing & rhythm

Storytelling

Kannada language exposure

Collaboration

Tools

Adobe Premiere Pro

After Effects

Final Cut Pro

Job description

About the Role

We are hiring a Video Editor - Kannada with strong fundamentals in editing and storytelling to work on promotional content for microdramas and short‑form fiction. This role focuses on crafting high‑retention, performance‑driven promos—trailers, short clips, and ad creatives—that quickly establish emotion, conflict, and curiosity. The ideal candidate understands pacing, rhythm, and visual storytelling, and has exposure to Kannada Language.

Key Responsibilities

• Edit short‑form promotional videos for microdramas and fictional content across platforms (Meta, YouTube, Shorts, Reels).
• Translate scripts and audio narratives into visually compelling, fast‑paced video promos.
• Build strong openings (first 2–5 seconds), clear narrative progression, and effective visual payoffs.
• Use captions, overlays, transitions, sound design, and music to enhance emotional impact and clarity.
• Ensure visual consistency with brand guidelines while adapting edits for different formats and platforms.
• Collaborate closely with promo writers, growth marketers, and creative teams to iterate based on feedback and performance.
• Manage multiple edits simultaneously while maintaining quality and meeting deadlines.

Core Requirements

• Proven experience as a Video Editor, preferably in promos, trailers, or short‑form storytelling content.
• Strong command over video editing fundamentals: pacing, timing, framing, continuity, and rhythm
• Basic know‑how of graphics (fast‑paced, quick cuts, GFX SFX, etc)
• Proficiency in tools such as Adobe Premiere Pro, After Effects, Final Cut Pro, or equivalent.
• Ability to understand narrative intent and translate audio or script‑based stories into engaging visuals.
• Comfortable working in a fast‑paced, execution‑heavy environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• 2–5 years of experience editing content for microdramas, OTT promos, short films, fiction content, or performance marketing creatives.
• Fluency in Kannada, or prior experience working on Kannada‑language or international‑facing content.
• Familiarity with US or global content consumption patterns (short‑form, binge‑driven storytelling).
• Working knowledge of motion graphics, typography, or basic animation.
• Experience editing content optimized for social platforms and ad creatives.
• Exposure to AI‑assisted tools for visuals or workflows is a plus (not mandatory).

What We Value

• Strong editorial judgment over flashy effects.
• Ability to cut clean, emotionally sharp promos rather than over‑edited montages.
• Attention to detail and willingness to iterate.
• Ownership mindset and reliability.

Portfolio & Evaluation

Portfolio is mandatory, with emphasis on promo, trailer, or short‑form storytelling work.

Short editing assignment may be part of the hiring process.

Why Join KUKU

• Work on story‑led content at scale, not generic brand videos.
• Exposure to microdrama and short‑form formats, one of the fastest‑growing content categories globally.
• Opportunity to work on English‑market and international‑facing creatives.
• Collaborative environment with strong creative and data‑driven feedback loops.
• Clear growth path within the creative and growth teams.

About KUKU

Founded in 2018, KUKU is India’s leading storytelling platform, offering a vast library of audio stories, short courses, and microdramas. With platforms like Kuku FM, Kuku TV, and Storizz, KUKU is focused on creating world‑class storytelling experiences with a belief in “Create in India, Create for the World.”