Freelance Social Media Editor (Reels + Short-Form Video)

Observer Media; United States; Remote; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A media company seeks a Freelance Social Media Editor to create engaging short-form video content from articles. Ideal candidates have 2+ years of experience with reputable media brands, a strong command of editing tools, and a knack for cultural storytelling. This remote role requires someone who creatively distills complex topics into visually compelling narratives.

Qualifications

• At least 2+ years creating content for reputable media brands.
• Fluent in video editing software.
• Able to transform written content into dynamic visual stories.

Responsibilities

• Create short-form video content from articles.
• Maintain a consistent visual style.
• Collaborate with the editorial team for video adaptation.

Skills

Video editing

Social media trends

Visual storytelling

Content creation

Cultural knowledge

Tools

Canva

Adobe Premiere

CapCut

Job description

Freelance Social Media Editor (Reels + Short-Form Video)

Location: Remote (NYC-based preferred)
Job Type: Freelance / Project-Based
Rate: Competitive, commensurate with experience
Start Date: ASAP

Observer seeks a freelance social media editor for short-form video content. Your job: transform our stories into visually compelling, editorially biting Reels and videos for Instagram, TikTok and emerging platforms. We’re looking for someone who knows how to distill a feature on hedge fund intrigue, Met Gala antics, or art-world maneuverings into a 30-second scroll-stopper—with style, wit and precision. Think less influencer energy, more media-savvy provocateur.

Responsibilities:

• Create short-form video content from Observer articles (Reels, TikToks, Shorts) that align with our voice and audience
• Build and maintain a consistent visual style and pacing that feels smart, curated, and quietly cutting
• Work with our editorial team to select the best angles and headlines for video adaptation
• Write punchy, platform-native captions and overlays
• Stay up to date on relevant social trends, but never follow blindly

Requirements:

• A seasoned short-form editor with at least 2+ years creating content for reputable media brands or platforms
• Fluent in Canva, Adobe Premiere, CapCut, or comparable editing tools
• Deeply familiar with the aesthetics and behaviors of Reels, TikTok, and Shorts
• Able to transform written editorial into a dynamic visual story—without dumbing it down
• Obsessed with culture, media, fashion, politics, finance, and the absurdities of modern influence

To Apply: Send your resume, links to recent relevant video work (Reels, TikToks, Shorts), and a brief note on why you’re the right fit to [e-mail] with “Your Full Name + Freelance Social Media Editor”, in the subject line. Bonus points if you include a mock Reel using one of our existing articles. We’re not looking for generic content creators. We’re looking for someone who can turn a luxury real estate exposé into a cinematic mini-satire. If that sounds like your lane, we want to hear from you.