Video Editor - Short-Form Social Content

Progressive Technology; Manila; Sur place; PHP 300 000 - 420 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Flexible Work Arrangements

Professional Development

Portfolio Development

Collaborative Environment

Performance Recognition

Career Development

Résumé du poste

Progressive Technology is seeking a creative Video Editor for short-form social content, shaping raw footage into engaging Instagram Reels, TikTok, YouTube Shorts, and more. You will collaborate with content creators and marketing teams to deliver on-brand videos that captivate within seconds.

The role values digital storytelling, attention to detail, and timely delivery, with opportunities for entry-level growth based on a strong portfolio and practical projects.

Qualifications

• Portfolio demonstrating short-form video editing for social media.
• Experience or strong interest in platform-specific formats (Reels/TikTok/Shorts).
• Ability to meet deadlines and work with feedback.

Responsabilités

• Edit raw footage into engaging short-form videos for social platforms.
• Create platform-appropriate videos with correct aspect ratios and durations.
• Apply pacing, transitions, color grading, captions and audio edits.
• Ensure brand consistency across all deliverables.
• Collaborate with content creators and marketing teams.
• Repurpose longer videos into concise social edits.
• Review outputs for timing, subtitles, and technical specs.
• Organize project files and manage revision cycles.

Connaissances

Visual storytelling

Attention to detail

Time management

Creative briefs understanding

Independent with collaboration

Editing instincts

Formation

Bachelor’s degree or diploma in Film Production or related field

Outils

Adobe Premiere Pro

DaVinci Resolve

Final Cut Pro

CapCut

Cloud storage / DAM tools

Description du poste

1. Job Summary

Progressive Technology is seeking a creative, detail-oriented, and enthusiastic Video Editor - Short-Form Social Content to join our digital media and content production team. The successful candidate will be responsible for transforming raw video footage, creative concepts, and marketing materials into engaging, high-quality short-form videos designed for social media platforms such as Instagram Reels, TikTok, YouTube Shorts, Facebook Reels, and other digital channels.

This role is ideal for individuals who understand digital storytelling, visual communication, social media trends, and audience engagement. The candidate will work closely with content creators, social media managers, marketing professionals, and creative teams to develop videos that communicate messages effectively, maintain brand consistency, and capture viewers attention within the first few seconds.

The ideal applicant should have a strong understanding of video editing techniques, pacing, transitions, subtitles, sound design, and platform-specific video formats. The ability to interpret creative briefs, organise project files, meet deadlines, and incorporate feedback is essential.

Progressive Technology values creativity, collaboration, continuous learning, and quality-driven digital production. We welcome applications from experienced editors and talented entry-level candidates who can demonstrate editing skills through a portfolio or relevant practical projects.

2. Key Responsibilities

• Short-Form Video Editing: Edit raw footage into polished, engaging videos suitable for short-form social media content, promotional campaigns, educational clips, product showcases, interviews, and behind-the-scenes content.
• Social Media Content Creation: Produce platform-appropriate videos for Instagram Reels, TikTok, YouTube Shorts, Facebook Reels, and other channels, adapting aspect ratios, duration, resolution, and presentation to suit each platform.
• Creative Storytelling: Structure video sequences to establish a clear narrative, communicate the intended message, maintain audience interest, and deliver a compelling conclusion.
• Editing and Visual Enhancement: Apply professional cuts, transitions, motion graphics, visual effects, colour correction, colour grading, cropping, reframing, and other techniques to improve the quality of the final output.
• Captions and Subtitles: Add accurate, readable captions, subtitles, text overlays, titles, and call-to-action messages to improve accessibility and viewer comprehension.
• Audio Editing: Select and synchronise suitable audio, background music, voice-overs, and sound effects while maintaining appropriate volume levels and clear speech.
• Trend Awareness: Monitor emerging social media formats, editing styles, audience preferences, and relevant content trends to suggest creative approaches that support campaign objectives.
• Brand Consistency: Follow brand guidelines, visual identity standards, approved fonts, colour palettes, logos, and messaging requirements across all deliverables.
• Collaboration: Coordinate with content creators, marketing teams, designers, and other stakeholders to understand briefs, clarify requirements, and deliver content aligned with project goals.
• Content Repurposing: Convert longer videos, webinars, interviews, podcasts, and existing marketing assets into concise, engaging clips for different social media platforms.
• Quality Assurance: Review every video before delivery to check timing, spelling, subtitle accuracy, audio synchronisation, image quality, transitions, and technical specifications.
• File and Project Management: Maintain organised project folders, source footage, editing timelines, graphics, audio assets, and final exports to support efficient revisions and future reuse.
• Feedback and Revisions: Incorporate stakeholder feedback professionally and make necessary adjustments within agreed timelines.
• Performance Improvement: Work with social media and marketing teams to identify opportunities for improving video retention, engagement, click-through rates, and overall content effectiveness.
• Copyright Compliance: Use properly licensed music, footage, images, fonts, and other creative assets, following applicable copyright, platform, and company policies.
• Deadline Management: Manage multiple editing assignments, prioritise urgent requests, and communicate progress or potential delays clearly.

3. Required Skills and Qualifications

Educational Qualifications

A bachelors degree, diploma, or certificate in Film Production, Multimedia, Animation, Digital Media, Visual Communication, Graphic Design, or a related field is preferred but not mandatory.

Candidates with practical editing experience, relevant training, or a strong portfolio may also apply.

Additional certifications in video editing, motion graphics, digital marketing, or content creation are advantageous.

Technical Skills

Proficiency in at least one professional video editing application, such as Adobe Premiere Pro, DaVinci Resolve, Final Cut Pro, or CapCut.

Basic to intermediate knowledge of motion graphics, transitions, colour correction, audio mixing, and visual effects.

Understanding of vertical video formats, particularly 9:16, as well as square and landscape formats.

Ability to create captions, subtitles, text animations, and visually appealing titles.

Familiarity with video export settings, codecs, frame rates, resolution, compression, and file formats.

Knowledge of social media publishing requirements and platform-specific content specifications.

Basic knowledge of graphic design tools such as Adobe Photoshop, Canva, or Adobe After Effects is an advantage.

Familiarity with cloud storage, collaborative editing workflows, and digital asset management tools.

Creative and Professional Skills

Strong visual storytelling and creative thinking.

Excellent attention to detail and visual consistency.

Good time management, organisation, and prioritisation skills.

Ability to understand creative briefs and translate ideas into effective video content.

Willingness to accept constructive feedback and make revisions.

Clear written and verbal communication skills.

Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with a wider team.

Adaptability to changing priorities, creative requirements, and social media trends.

4. Experience

Previous experience in video editing, digital content creation, social media production, or multimedia projects is preferred.

Candidates with approximately 0-2 years of experience may apply if they can demonstrate relevant skills and a strong portfolio.

Experienced candidates should demonstrate the ability to handle multiple projects, follow brand guidelines, and deliver high-quality videos consistently.

A portfolio containing short-form videos, promotional clips, Reels, Shorts, TikTok videos, or similar creative work is highly desirable.

Academic projects, internships, freelance assignments, personal projects, and independently produced content may be considered.

Experience working with marketing teams, content creators, influencers, or digital agencies is an advantage but not essential.

Applicants should be comfortable completing a practical editing assessment if required as part of the recruitment process.

5. Working Hours

Employment may be offered on a full-time, part-time, or contract basis, depending on the position available.

Full-time employees can generally expect a schedule of approximately 35-40 hours per week, subject to the applicable employment arrangement.

Part-time employees will follow mutually agreed working hours and project commitments.

Remote employees should maintain reliable communication and attend scheduled team meetings during agreed working hours.

Some flexibility may be required to support campaign launches, urgent revisions, or time-sensitive content deliveries.

Working hours, time zones, attendance requirements, and deadlines will be communicated during the recruitment process.

Employees are expected to manage their workload responsibly while maintaining a healthy work-life balance.

6. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge

Understanding of short-form video storytelling and audience retention techniques.

Knowledge of social media content formats, platform requirements, and digital publishing practices.

Awareness of visual composition, typography, colour theory, transitions, and pacing.

Understanding of basic audio principles, subtitle readability, and accessibility.

Awareness of copyright, licensing, privacy, and responsible use of digital content.

Familiarity with brand communication, marketing objectives, and content performance indicators.

Skills

Ability to transform raw footage into polished, engaging short-form content.

Strong editing, sequencing, trimming, and synchronisation skills.

Ability to create attention-grabbing introductions and maintain a consistent narrative flow.

Competence in adding subtitles, sound effects, music, transitions, and visual enhancements.

Ability to manage multiple files, revisions, and projects systematically.

Effective communication and collaboration skills.

Ability to review work critically and maintain consistent production standards.

Abilities

Ability to work efficiently under deadlines without compromising quality.

Ability to understand and apply feedback from creative directors, clients, or marketing teams.

Ability to learn new software, tools, and editing techniques quickly.

Ability to adapt content for different audiences, platforms, and campaign objectives.

Ability to maintain confidentiality when handling unreleased campaigns or internal materials.

Ability to identify editing problems and resolve them independently when appropriate.

Ability to balance creative experimentation with brand guidelines and business requirements.

7. Benefits

• Flexible Work Arrangements: Opportunities for remote, hybrid, or on-site work, where available.
• Professional Development: Opportunities to improve editing, storytelling, motion graphics, and digital media skills.
• Creative Project Exposure: Experience working on different content formats, campaigns, and digital communication projects.
• Collaborative Environment: Opportunities to exchange ideas with marketing professionals, designers, content creators, and other creative team members.
• Portfolio Development: Opportunities to build professional experience through suitable projects, subject to confidentiality and portfolio-use permissions.
• Performance Recognition: Recognition for quality work, reliability, creative contributions, and successful project delivery.
• Career Development: Potential progression into senior video editing, motion graphics, creative production, or digital content roles.
• Relevant Employment Benefits: Any applicable paid leave, statutory benefits, equipment support, or other employment provisions will be explained during the hiring process.
• Specific compensation, benefits, equipment arrangements, and reimbursement policies will depend on the confirmed offer and employment agreement.

8. Why Join Progressive Technology?

Joining Progressive Technology offers an opportunity to contribute to digital storytelling and create content that helps brands and organisations communicate with their audiences effectively.

As a Video Editor - Short-Form Social Content, you will have the opportunity to develop your creative abilities, strengthen your technical expertise, and participate in the production of engaging digital media. The position offers a practical environment in which attention to detail, fresh ideas, experimentation, and continuous improvement are valued.

You will have opportunities to collaborate with professionals from different disciplines, understand the complete content production process, and develop a deeper understanding of how creative work supports marketing and communication objectives.

We value individuals who take ownership of their work, approach challenges with a positive attitude, and remain open to learning new techniques and technologies. Whether you are beginning your video editing career or looking to expand your professional experience, this role can provide a foundation for continued growth in the digital media industry.