Marathi Video Editor — Creative Shorts & Ads

Lokal App; United States; Remote; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Lokal is seeking a creative Video Editor to craft compelling short-form and mid-length videos across platforms, with a focus on Marathi content. You will shape reels, promos, and branded content, collaborating with writers and designers to bring scripts to life.

The role requires 1–2 years of experience, proficiency in Premiere Pro/After Effects/Final Cut, and a strong portfolio. You’ll work in a fast-paced team, staying ahead of trends and optimizing edits for engagement.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of experience in video editing for social media or digital content.
• Proficiency in editing software like Adobe Premiere Pro, After Effects, Final Cut Pro, or similar.
• Strong portfolio of short-form content (reels, ads, promos).
• Good understanding of social platform algorithms and engagement tactics.
• Language proficiency in Marathi & English and ability to edit in Marathi with cultural sensitivity and linguistic command.

Responsibilities

• Edit short-form and mid-length videos such as reels, social media ads, promos, and content explainers.
• Implement engaging hooks, dynamic pacing, and a strong narrative rhythm to maximize viewer retention.
• Tailor editing styles to suit platform-specific behaviors (e.g., fast cuts for Instagram, scroll-stopping openers for YouTube Shorts).
• Enhance video quality through thoughtful color grading, text animations, transitions, and immersive sound design.
• Collaborate closely with writers, designers, and creative leads to bring scripts and visual concepts to life.
• Stay updated on current editing trends, meme formats, cultural references, and audio trends to keep content fresh and relatable.
• Analyze ad performance metrics and apply learnings to improve edits for better click-through and completion rates.
• Edit videos in the required language Marathi, ensuring linguistic accuracy, cultural relevance, and strong storytelling for the target audience.

Skills

Video editing

Storytelling

Social media understanding

Creative thinking

Collaboration

Time management

Tools

Adobe Premiere Pro

After Effects

Final Cut Pro

Job description

Lokal is seeking a creative Video Editor to craft compelling short-form and mid-length videos across platforms, with a focus on Marathi content. You will shape reels, promos, and branded content, collaborating with writers and designers to bring scripts to life.

The role requires 1–2 years of experience, proficiency in Premiere Pro/After Effects/Final Cut, and a strong portfolio. You’ll work in a fast-paced team, staying ahead of trends and optimizing edits for engagement.