Lead Video Editor

Placements24; George; Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Lead Video Editor to spearhead remote video production initiatives. You will oversee the editing workflow from raw footage to final delivery, ensuring high-quality storytelling and visual consistency across digital platforms.

The role requires strong leadership, expert editing software proficiency (Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro, or DaVinci Resolve), and the ability to guide a distributed team of editors and freelancers to meet tight deadlines.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience as a Video Editor with leadership in a professional setting.
• Proficiency with Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro or DaVinci Resolve.
• Strong color grading, motion graphics, and audio post-production skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage video editing for campaigns and social content.
• Collaborate with creative teams to execute video projects.
• Perform advanced editing, color grading, motion graphics, and sound mix.
• Manage multiple projects with deadlines.
• Provide guidance to junior editors and freelancers in the remote team.

Skills

Leadership

Storytelling

Editorial expertise

Remote leadership

Tools

Adobe Premiere Pro

Final Cut Pro

DaVinci Resolve

Job description

About the Role

Our client is expanding its remote workforce and is seeking a highly skilled and creative Lead Video Editor to spearhead video production initiatives from George. This role is critical in translating creative concepts into compelling visual narratives for diverse digital platforms. You will lead a remote team, oversee the editing process from raw footage to final delivery, and ensure the highest standards of quality and artistic vision are met. The ideal candidate possesses exceptional storytelling abilities, a mastery of editing software, and a proven track record of managing complex video projects in a remote setting, fostering a collaborative and productive virtual workspace.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the video editing process for marketing campaigns, social media content, and internal communications.
• Collaborate with creative teams to conceptualize and execute video projects, providing editorial expertise.
• Perform advanced editing, color grading, motion graphics integration, and sound mixing.
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring deadlines are met without compromising quality.
• Provide constructive feedback and guidance to junior editors and freelance contributors within the remote team.

Requirements

• Extensive experience as a Video Editor, with demonstrated leadership capabilities in a professional setting.
• Expert proficiency with non-linear editing software such as Adobe Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro, or DaVinci Resolve.
• Strong understanding of color correction, grading, motion graphics, and audio post-production.
• Excellent storytelling, pacing, and visual composition skills.
• Experience working effectively in a remote or distributed team environment, with strong communication and organizational skills.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary and performance-based incentives.
• Fully remote work arrangement, offering flexibility and work-life balance.
• Access to cutting-edge editing software and hardware.
• Opportunities for professional growth and leading innovative video projects.
• Collaborative and supportive virtual team culture.