Senior Video Editor

Placements24; Willows (CA); Remote; USD 70,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote

Flexible schedule

Diverse projects

Professional development

Collaborative team

Impactful content

Performance incentives

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a talented Senior Video Editor to join a fully remote team. You will craft engaging edits for Arts & Entertainment content from your home office.

Responsibilities include assembling footage, adding music and graphics, color grading, and ensuring pacing and storytelling meet brand standards. A strong portfolio across diverse styles and a proactive, collaborative mindset are essential for success in this remote, flexible role.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of professional video editing experience.
• Proficiency in Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro, or DaVinci Resolve.
• Strong storytelling, pacing, and visual composition.
• Ability to manage multiple projects under tight deadlines; remote collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Edit video footage for social media, web, and broadcast.
• Assemble rough cuts and suggest flow improvements.
• Add music, sound effects, voiceovers, and graphics.
• Color correction and grading for a professional look.
• Ensure projects meet quality standards and brand guidelines.
• Collaborate with directors, producers, and team remotely.
• Organize project files and media archives.
• Stay updated on techniques and trends in Arts & Entertainment.
• Troubleshoot editing software/hardware issues.
• Communicate project progress and challenges clearly.

Skills

Video editing

Storytelling

Pacing

Communication

Organization

Tools

Adobe Premiere Pro

Final Cut Pro

DaVinci Resolve

After Effects

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a talented and detail-oriented Senior Video Editor to join their fully remote team. This position is ideal for a creative professional passionate about visual storytelling and bringing narratives to life through compelling edits. As a remote-first role, you will collaborate with a distributed team of producers, directors, and graphic designers to create high-quality video content for various Arts & Entertainment platforms. You will be responsible for assembling raw footage, adding music, sound effects, graphics, and color correction to produce polished final products. We seek an individual with a strong understanding of pacing, storytelling, and visual aesthetics, who can work independently and manage multiple projects efficiently from their home office. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to exciting projects while enjoying the flexibility and autonomy of a remote position based out of Welkom, Free State.

Key Responsibilities

• Edit video footage to create engaging and impactful content for diverse platforms, including social media, web, and broadcast.
• Assemble rough cuts, making suggestions for improving the flow and structure of the video.
• Add music, sound effects, voiceovers, and graphics to enhance the final product.
• Perform color correction and grading to achieve a professional and consistent look.
• Ensure all video projects meet quality standards and brand guidelines.
• Collaborate effectively with directors, producers, and other team members in a remote setting.
• Manage and organize project files, assets, and media archives efficiently.
• Stay updated on the latest video editing techniques, software, and trends in the Arts & Entertainment industry.
• Troubleshoot technical issues related to video editing software and hardware.
• Maintain consistent communication regarding project progress and potential challenges.

Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years of professional video editing experience.
• Proficiency in professional video editing software such as Adobe Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro, or DaVinci Resolve.
• Strong understanding of storytelling, pacing, and visual composition.
• Experience with motion graphics and visual effects software (e.g., Adobe After Effects) is a plus.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet tight deadlines.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills, essential for a remote role.
• A robust home editing setup capable of handling high-resolution footage.
• A portfolio showcasing a variety of editing styles and project types within the Arts & Entertainment domain.

Benefits

• Competitive salary reflective of experience and skills.
• Fully remote work arrangement, providing maximum flexibility.
• Opportunity to work on diverse and stimulating projects.
• Professional development support and training opportunities.
• Collaborative team environment focused on creativity and innovation.
• Contribution to impactful content within the Arts & Entertainment sector.
• Performance-based incentives.