Bad-ass Reels Video Editor Urgently Needed

C9 Staff Inc.; Philippines; Remote; PHP 561,000 - 1,263,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% Work from Home

Paid Leaves

Paid Holidays

Job summary

C9 Staff Inc. is seeking a world-class freelance video editor for 30–90 second social edits (TikTok, Reels, YouTube Shorts). You’ll turn founder-led footage into high-converting clips, add captions, SFX, and motion graphics, and deliver within 1–2 days.

This is remote from the Philippines with long-term collaboration on dynamic campaigns. Strong fast-editing skills, eye for pacing, and proficiency in Premiere, Final Cut, or DaVinci are essential.

Qualifications

• Proficient in editing short-form videos for social platforms (TikTok, Reels, Shorts).
• Ability to match tone and energy of founder-led brands.
• Deliver polished edits within tight 1–2 day turnarounds.

Responsibilities

• Edit raw footage into sharp 30–90 second videos for social channels.
• Add captions, sound effects, memes, and motion graphics to emphasize moments.
• Follow provided references for tone, pacing, and storytelling.
• Organize project files and export readiness for smooth handoffs.
• Collaborate asynchronously with the team and meet deadlines.

Skills

TikTok & Reels editing

YouTube Shorts editing

Fast turnaround

Story-driven editing

Tools

Premiere Pro

Final Cut Pro

DaVinci Resolve

Job description

Job Title

Bad-Ass Reels Video Editor

Job Location

100% work-from-home

About Us

At C9 Staff , we’re passionate about connecting exceptional Filipino professionals with stable, global clients who truly value long-term relationships. As a freelancer in the Philippines, we understand your need for stability. That’s why we focus exclusively on long-term clients who value enduring partnerships. This approach ensures you have consistent opportunities to work on innovative projects with dynamic teams, providing the security and growth potential you seek. We don’t just offer jobs; we offer career paths. Most of our clients stay with us for at least 4-5 years, so if you’re selected and find your perfect fit, you’re in it for the long haul! Imagine being recognized as a top performer and getting an all-expenses-paid trip to the US to visit your client. Or starting as a Data Entry Specialist and growing into a Data Analyst role over the years! These are just some of our success stories that make us more than just a remote staffing agency. At C9 Staff , we don’t treat our team as mere headcounts; we root for your growth and success every step of the way. So, are you ready to be our next success story?

The Opportunity

We’re working with a fast-paced founder producing short-form, personality-driven videos for multiple consumer product brands. These aren’t your typical edits—they’re scroll-stopping, punchy, and built to convert. We’re looking for a world-class freelance video editor to help bring this energy to life. If you can turn a talking head into a high-retention, TikTok-worthy gem—keep reading.

Your Mission

• Edit Like a Pro: Transform raw founder-led footage into sharp, high-converting 30–90 second edits for TikTok, IG Reels, and YouTube Shorts
• Bring the Energy: Add captions, callouts, sound effects, memes, and motion graphics to emphasize key moments
• Stick to the Brief: Match winning video references in tone, pacing, and storytelling (we’ll provide examples)
• Stay Fast, Stay Sharp: Deliver polished, detail-oriented edits with a 1–2 day turnaround
• Collaborate Asynchronously: Communicate efficiently with our team without hand-holding or micromanagement
• Keep It Clean: Submit organized project files and export versions for smooth handoffs and revisions

Who You Are

• Short-Form Savvy: You live and breathe TikTok, meme edits, YouTube pacing, and social-native storytelling
• Detail-Oriented But Fast: You can move quickly without cutting corners
• Self-Directed & Reliable: You don’t need a babysitter and always hit your deadlines
• Tool-Agnostic: Whether it’s Premiere, Final Cut, or DaVinci—if it’s clean and fast, we’re in
• Voice-Aligned: You can edit in a way that feels true to the founder’s voice and personality

Bonus Points If You…

• Have edited videos for eCommerce, DTC brands, or startup founders
• Use humor and cultural references intentionally in your editing style
• Are comfortable editing in batches and iterating based on team feedback

Creative References

• TikTok Founders: Ryan Reynolds’ Aviation Gin ads
• High-energy, slightly chaotic, but polished with purpose

Our Ideal Team Member

• Cares Deeply: Demonstrates a genuine interest in their work, as it reflects in the quality of the output
• Commits Fully: Ensures tasks are completed as promised, without unnecessary delays
• Communicates Clearly: Maintains clear and prompt communication with project managers and teammates
• Radiates Positivity: Brings a can-do spirit to work, fostering a supportive and upbeat team environment
• Collaborates Willingly: Works closely with cross-functional teams, including designers and project managers
• Seeks Growth: Commits to personal and professional development, staying updated with industry trends

Requirements

• At least 50 mbps stable Internet connection
• Back-up internet
• At least 8GB RAM
• Core i5 or higher processor
• Perfectly working webcam
• Perfectly working mic and audio
• Organized Workstation

Benefits

• 100% Work from Home
• Paid Leaves
• Paid Holidays