Video Editor - Advanced

Sunco.com; California; Remote; AUD 70,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Sunco Lighting seeks an experienced Advanced Video Editor to join our Marketing team and support growth of our video content pipeline. You will edit for ads, social, tutorials, product content, and brand storytelling, collaborating with content managers, writers, designers, and videographers while upholding brand standards.

The ideal candidate has a strong portfolio, proficiency in Premiere Pro and After Effects, experience with 2D motion graphics, sound design, and tailoring content for social

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent professional experience in film production, media, design, or related field.
• Proven professional experience as a video editor with a strong portfolio for digital channels, especially ads and performance marketing content.
• Experience editing content from product footage, lifestyle shoots, UGC, screen recordings, and professionally produced footage.
• Advanced proficiency in Premiere Pro and strong proficiency in After Effects.
• Experience with 2D motion graphics and animation.
• Strong understanding of pacing, storytelling, composition, transitions, and motion design.
• Experience tailoring content for social media, ecommerce, advertising, and marketplace platforms, especially short-form formats.
• Excellent written and verbal English communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with content managers, writers, designers, and videographers to develop video concepts, edit plans, and storyboards.
• Edit short-form and long-form videos for ads, promotions, tutorials, product content, and brand storytelling.
• Create platform-native edits for Amazon, Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, Vimeo, and other channels, optimizing format and hooks.
• Add graphics, subtitles, 2D motion design, and animations to improve clarity and engagement.
• Perform color correction and audio cleanup, including music and dialogue balancing.
• Organize and maintain video assets and projects for collaboration and reuse.
• Manage multiple projects and deadlines with clear progress updates.

Skills

Premiere Pro

After Effects

Motion graphics

Video editing

Storyboarding

English communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in film production, media, design, or related field

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

Who We Are

Sunco.com is a leading online lighting retailer headquartered in Valencia, CA. Thanks to our amazing and talented employees, we are proud to be one of the largest online lighting retailers in the US. We deeply value our collaborative, open, and people-first culture and are invested in making Sunco a positive place where our team members thrive every day. With our new state-of-the-art distribution center in Georgia, we continue to expand our reach and enhance our ability to serve our customers with excellence and efficiency. Join us and be part of a dynamic team that is lighting the way to a brighter future.

What We Do

We light up the world, literally. Customers have chosen Sunco to provide millions of LED lights and trust us for our exceptional customer service, eco-conscious product expertise, and unmatched value.

About the role

We’re looking for a talented Advanced Video Editor to join Sunco’s Marketing team and support the continued growth of our video content pipeline. This role is intended for highly experienced video editors with a strong background in advertising, performance marketing, social media, and digital content.

You will focus on editing both short-form and long-form videos for advertising, social media, tutorials, product content, and brand storytelling. You’ll collaborate closely with content managers, writers, designers, and videographers to bring video concepts to life while maintaining Sunco’s brand standards and performance goals.

What you’ll do

• Collaborate with content managers, writers, designers, and videographers to develop video concepts, edit plans, and basic storyboards.
• Edit short-form and long-form videos for ads, promotions, tutorials, product content, and brand storytelling using Adobe Premiere Pro, After Effects, or similar professional editing tools.
• Create platform-native edits and variations for Amazon, Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, Vimeo, and other channels, optimizing content for format, length, hooks, pacing, and calls to action.
• Create compelling advertising and performance-oriented video content designed to capture attention and support marketing objectives.
• Ensure consistency in branding, messaging, tone, and visual style across all video content.
• Add graphics, subtitles, 2D motion design, and animations to improve clarity, storytelling, and engagement.
• Perform color correction and audio cleanup, including music, sound effects, dialogue cleanup, and voice balancing, while following licensing and brand guidelines.
• Optimize video files, thumbnails, titles, and metadata for SEO and discoverability.
• Stay current with video, advertising, social media, and creator trends and recommend new formats or creative tests.
• Organize and maintain video assets, project files, and exports for efficient collaboration and reuse.
• Incorporate feedback from stakeholders and partner teams while maintaining quality and timelines.
• Manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously and communicate clearly about progress, priorities, and risks.
• Partner with internal and external videographers or agencies when needed, providing clear briefs and editing requirements.
• Support other video and content-related initiatives as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in film production, media, design, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.
• Proven professional experience as a video editor with a strong portfolio or showreel demonstrating high-quality, end-to-end edits for digital channels, particularly advertising and performance marketing content.
• Experience editing content from a variety of sources, including product footage, lifestyle shoots, UGC, screen recordings, and professionally produced footage.
• Advanced proficiency in Adobe Premiere Pro and strong proficiency in Adobe After Effects.
• Demonstrated experience with 2D motion graphics and animation.
• Strong understanding of pacing, visual storytelling, composition, transitions, and motion design.
• Strong understanding of advertising creative, including hooks, audience retention, calls to action, and platform-specific editing approaches.
• Experience with sound design, including sound effects, dialogue cleanup, music selection, and audio mixing.
• Experience tailoring content for social media, ecommerce, advertising, and marketplace platforms, particularly short-form formats.
• Excellent written and verbal English communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to independently manage multiple projects and deadlines.
• Ability to collaborate effectively within a distributed and multicultural team.
• Passion for staying current with video trends, editing techniques, tools, and creative best practices.
• Experience with product, ecommerce, direct-to-consumer, or B2B video campaigns is a plus.

Key Attributes

• High level of integrity and dedication to quality.
• Strong creative judgment and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Ability to receive and incorporate creative feedback.
• Strong commitment to process improvement and operational excellence.

Additional Requirements

• Availability to work between 8 AM to 5 PM Pacific Time
• Reliable internet access and a private remote workstation.

About the Company

Sunco Lighting is an online lighting retailer based in Valencia, CA. Thanks to our amazing and talented employees, today we are one of the largest online lighting retailers in the US. We value our collaborative, open, and people-first culture deeply, and we are invested in making Sunco a positive place where our team members thrive every day.

Job Type: Full-time , International Contractor

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