Part Time
$4.50 to $8.50 per hour
30
Jul 28, 2026
Creative Video Editor & Skilled Motion Graphics Specialist
Employment Type: Part-Time
Hours: Approximately 20-30 hours per week, with the opportunity to grow into a full-time position
## Job Description
We are looking for a talented and creative **Video Editor and Motion Graphics Specialist** to help produce high-quality content for Instagram, YouTube, and
I will record and provide the raw footage, podcast recordings, and general direction. Your responsibility will be to transform that footage into polished, engaging content that is ready to publish.
You will edit:
* Short-form Instagram Reels
* YouTube Shorts
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* Long-form YouTube videos
* Full podcast episodes
* Short clips taken from podcast recordings
This is not simply a basic cutting and captioning position. We need someone who understands how to use storytelling, pacing, animations, sound effects, captions, B-roll, and visual elements to keep viewers engaged.
The ideal candidate has strong English comprehension and can understand the message behind the content without needing every edit explained step by step.
## Responsibilities
* Edit short-form videos for Instagram, YouTube, and
* Edit long-form podcast episodes and YouTube videos.
* Identify the most valuable and engaging
* Turn long-form content into multiple short-form clips.
* Add accurate and visually engaging captions.
* Create motion graphics and animations using Adobe After Effects.
* Add B-roll, graphics, sound effects, transitions, and other visual elements when appropriate.
* Improve hooks, pacing, and storytelling to increase viewer retention.
* Maintain a consistent editing style across all content.
* Organize project files and deliver completed videos on schedule.
* Make reasonable revisions based on feedback.
## Required Skills
* Strong experience with Adobe Premiere Pro or similar professional editing software.
* Strong experience using Adobe After Effects.
* Ability to create motion graphics and animations.
* Experience editing short-form social media content.
* Experience editing long-form podcasts or YouTube videos.
* Strong understanding of storytelling, pacing, hooks, and audience retention.
* Strong written and spoken English comprehension.
* Ability to understand business and educational content.
* Excellent attention to detail.
* Reliable internet connection and computer capable of professional video editing.
* Ability to meet deadlines and communicate consistently.
## Preferred Experience
* Editing content for entrepreneurs, business owners, consultants, or personal brands.
* Repurposing podcasts into short-form social media clips.
* Creating animated captions and motion graphics.
* Understanding current editing styles used on Instagram Reels and YouTube Shorts.
* Basic knowledge of YouTube thumbnails, social media strategy, or content management.
## What We Are Looking For
We are looking for someone who:
* Is creative and brings ideas to the editing process.
* Loves editing and story telling, bring vision to video
* Does not need constant supervision.
* Understands the difference between basic editing and compelling storytelling.
* Can take feedback without becoming defensive.
* Communicates clearly when questions or challenges arise.
* Takes pride in producing high-quality work.
* Is interested in building a long-term working relationship.
## Long-Term Opportunity
This position will initially focus only on editing and producing high-quality content.
As the role grows, there may be an opportunity to:
* Move into a full-time position at a fast growing company.
* Help manage the content calendar.
* Upload and schedule content.
* Manage our Instagram, YouTube, and
* Review analytics and help improve content performance.
* Grow into a Social Media Manager or Content Lead position.
This future opportunity will depend on the quality, reliability, and consistency of your work. Social media management is not currently the primary responsibility.
## How to Apply
Please include the following in your application:
1. A short introduction about yourself.
2. A link to your video editing portfolio.
3. An example that demonstrates your After Effects or animation skills.
4. The editing programs you use.
5. Your current work availability.
6. A brief explanation of how you would turn a 60-minute podcast into multiple pieces of content.
At the beginning of your application, write the words **“STORY FIRST”** so we know you carefully read the entire job description.
Shortlisted applicants may be asked to complete a brief paid editing test using footage that we provide.