Social Media Video Editor

KickAss Products Pty Ltd; Manila; Remote; PHP 279,000 - 469,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

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Job summary

KickAss Products Pty Ltd is seeking a creative Social Media Video Editor in the Philippines. You will transform raw footage into engaging short-form videos for Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and YouTube Shorts.

Work with our Australian marketing team to deliver high-volume content that drives brand awareness and ecommerce sales, using Premiere Pro or CapCut, with a strong portfolio. You should be able to work remotely, manage multiple projects, and incorporate feedback to improve results.

Qualifications

• Proven experience editing short-form videos for social platforms.
• Advanced proficiency in Premiere Pro or CapCut.
• Strong understanding of platform-specific editing styles.
• Ability to turn raw footage into engaging videos with minimal direction.
• Experience creating ecommerce content, especially product videos and ads.
• Excellent written and spoken English for collaboration with Australian team.
• Strong organisational and time management skills for multiple projects.
• Portfolio of relevant work.

Responsibilities

• Edit and produce high volumes of short-form videos for social media.
• Repurpose raw footage into ads, lifestyle content, product demos and education.
• Apply hooks, storytelling, pacing, captions, transitions, music and sound effects.
• Organise and manage footage, project files, and assets.
• Collaborate with Australian marketing team to align with brand guidelines.
• Refine content based on feedback, performance insights, and trends.
• Deliver high-quality content within deadlines.

Skills

Short-form video editing

English communication

Portfolio of work

Time management

Remote work capability

Tools

Adobe Premiere Pro

CapCut

After Effects (desirable)

Job description

We are looking for a creative and efficient Social Media Video Editor to join our team in the Philippines.

Working closely with our Australian-based marketing team, you will transform raw footage from in-house creators and external partners into engaging, high-performing short-form videos for Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and YouTube Shorts.

This is a fast-paced, high-volume editing role focused on creating content that captures attention, strengthens brand awareness, and drives eCommerce sales.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Edit and produce high volumes of short-form video content for social media platforms.
• Repurpose raw footage into a variety of content formats, including:
  • Paid social media advertisements
  • Lifestyle and brand content
  • Product demonstrations and feature highlights
  • Educational videos, installation tutorials, and Q&A content
• Apply effective editing techniques, including strong hooks, engaging storytelling, pacing, captions, transitions, music, and sound effects.
• Organise and manage video footage, project files, and creative assets to maintain an efficient workflow.
• Collaborate with the Australian marketing team and content creators to ensure videos align with brand guidelines and campaign objectives.
• Refine and optimise content based on feedback, performance insights, and emerging social media trends.
• Deliver consistent, high-quality content within agreed deadlines.

REQUIRED SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

• Proven experience editing short-form videos for Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, YouTube Shorts, or similar platforms.
• Advanced proficiency in Adobe Premiere Pro, CapCut, or equivalent editing software.
• Strong understanding of social media content, audience engagement, and platform-specific editing styles.
• Ability to turn raw footage into engaging, polished videos with minimal direction.
• Experience creating eCommerce content, particularly product videos and performance-driven advertisements.
• Good written and verbal English communication skills to collaborate with an Australian-based team.
• Strong organisational and time management skills, with the ability to handle multiple projects and a high volume of content.
• Ability to work independently in a remote environment and respond constructively to feedback.
• A strong portfolio showcasing relevant short-form video editing work.

DESIRABLE SKILLS (BONUS)

• Experience with Adobe After Effects, motion graphics, animation, or advanced colour grading.
• Graphic design and photo editing skills using Photoshop, Lightroom, or similar tools.
• Experience working with professional camera footage, including DSLR and mirrorless cameras.
• Familiarity with AI-powered video editing and content creation tools.
• Understanding of social media advertising metrics, including engagement, retention, and conversions.
• Experience creating content for international brands or audiences.
• Interest in outdoor adventure, camping, automotive accessories, or consumer technology.

PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES

• Creative, detail-oriented, and passionate about video editing.
• Proactive, adaptable, and solution-focused.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment with high output expectations.
• Collaborative, open to feedback, and willing to continuously learn and improve.