Video Editor
Location
United States
Posted
9 days ago
Salary
$85K - $100K / year
Seniority
Senior
Job Description
Video Editor
WaitWhat
• Edit and finalize full-length podcast episodes, short-form social clips, sizzle reels, and on-brand visual content for TikTok, YouTube, Instagram, Facebook, X, LinkedIn, and newsletters • Collaborate with content, marketing, and production teams to adapt podcast content into native video formats • Ensure high-quality video deliveries across all projects and platforms • Work with the live events team to create visually dynamic content for on-stage playback and associated digital formats • Explore new and innovative ways to tell stories across WaitWhat’s social channels • Curate, source, and organize required assets for final video delivery, including music, SFX, design, and b-roll • Apply graphic elements to videos using brand guidelines defined by the WaitWhat design team • Add and QC captions across all video content • Provide post-production services including color correction, audio cleanup, light mixing, media management (transcoding, asset curation), and platform deliveries • Receive and prioritize inbound video editing requests, clarifying requirements, specs, and deadlines with each requester • Deliver projects on quick turnaround timelines while maintaining high technical quality • Perform quality control checks before publishing or delivering any video content • Maintain clear, consistent communication to support a collaborative and creative work environment
Job Requirements
- 3–5 years of proven video editing experience for social and digital platforms
- Strong proficiency with Adobe Premiere Pro, with a working knowledge of video and audio encoding, standards, and formats
- Experience with structured media file management using platforms like Iconik, LucidLink, Frame.io, Google Drive, or Dropbox
- Experience with project management tools like ClickUp
- Proficiency in animation and motion graphics using After Effects, Motion, or similar tools
- Experience formatting and troubleshooting video assets for social media platforms
- Experience in color correction for all video types
- Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
- Fast and eager learner with critical thinking, problem-solving, time management, and multitasking skills
- Deep understanding of digital trends, with a point of view on what will engage and grow audiences
Benefits
- Wellness benefits including Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Disability and life Insurance
- Flexible PTO policy
- Commitment to equity and diversity
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