Short-Form Video Editor

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TYPE OF WORK

Full Time

SALARY

$500

HOURS PER WEEK

40

DATE UPDATED

Jul 28, 2026

JOB OVERVIEW

About the Role

We're looking for a talented Short-Form Video Editor who understands how to create videos that stop the scroll.

You'll be editing premium content for a fast-growing real estate media company based in Dubai, creating content across Instagram Reels, TikTok, YouTube Shorts, and other social platforms. This role is perfect for someone who combines strong storytelling with fast-paced editing and understands what makes content perform.

This is not a cinematic editing role—it's a performance-driven content role where every second matters.

Responsibilities

Edit engaging short-form videos (15–90 seconds)

Create fast-paced, attention-grabbing edits with strong storytelling

Add captions, graphics, motion elements, sound effects, and music

Select the best ---------- nts from raw footage

Maintain brand consistency across all content

Collaborate with producers and content strategists

Meet deadlines while managing multiple projects

Apply feedback quickly and efficiently

Stay up to date with social media trends and editing techniques

Requirements

Strong experience editing short-form content

Proficiency in Adobe Premiere Pro (required)

Experience with After Effects is a bonus

Excellent pacing and storytelling skills

Strong understanding of TikTok, Instagram Reels, and YouTube Shorts

Ability to create engaging hooks within the first few seconds

High attention to detail

Good communication skills

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Bonus Skills

Motion graphics

Color grading

Sound design

Basic Photoshop skills

Experience working with creators or personal brands

Understanding of social media analytics and retention

What We're Looking For

We're looking for someone who:

Obsesses over creating viral content

Takes ownership of their work

Learns quickly and continuously improves

Can work independently without constant supervision

Pays attention to detail

Enjoys solving creative problems

Wants to grow with a high-performing team

Software

Adobe Premiere Pro

Adobe After Effects (preferred)

Adobe Photoshop (preferred)

Nice to Have

Experience with AI editing tools

Experience with CapCut or similar mobile-first editing software

Experience editing for real estate, business, or educational creators

To Apply

Please include:

Your portfolio or showreel

Links to your best short-form edits

Your CV

A short introduction about yourself and your editing experience

We care far more about the quality of your work than the number of years you've been editing.

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