Video Editor

Video Editor – Remote

Video Editing | Motion Graphics | Social Media Content | Brand Storytelling

Position Type: Full-Time, Remote
Location: Remote
Working Hours: U.S. Business Hours (Flexible to support deadlines and campaign launches)

About the Role

At Pavago, we’re hiring on behalf of one of our clients for a Video Editor to create engaging, high-quality video content across social media, marketing campaigns, training materials, and branded content.

This is more than a traditional editing role. You’ll transform raw footage into polished, platform-optimized videos that strengthen brand awareness, improve engagement, and support business growth.

Working closely with marketing and creative teams, you’ll produce everything from short-form social videos and paid advertising creatives to explainer videos, educational content, and long-form productions.

If you have a strong eye for storytelling, pacing, audience retention, and visual quality—and enjoy bringing ideas to life through video—this role is a strong fit.

What You’ll Own

Video Editing & Storytelling

• Edit raw footage into polished videos for:
• Social media
• Marketing campaigns
• Websites
• Internal training
• Branded content
• Create compelling stories through:
• Pacing
• Sequencing
• Transitions
• Visual flow
• Produce engaging short-form and long-form videos.
• Ensure every edit aligns with brand guidelines and campaign objectives.
• Deliver clean, professional content with exceptional attention to detail.

Motion Graphics & Visual Branding

• Add:
• Titles
• Captions
• Lower thirds
• Callouts
• Logos
• Motion graphics
• Create simple animations and branded visual elements.
• Maintain consistency across all video deliverables.
• Elevate content through modern editing techniques and creative enhancements.

Audio Editing & Color Correction

• Synchronize audio and video accurately.
• Improve sound quality through:
• Noise reduction
• Audio balancing
• Sound mastering
• Add licensed music and sound effects.
• Perform color correction and color grading to deliver polished final products.

Multi-Platform Video Production

• Export videos optimized for:
• YouTube
• TikTok
• Instagram
• LinkedIn
• Facebook
• Company websites
• Deliver multiple aspect ratios and platform-specific formats.
• Optimize compression while maintaining high visual quality.
• Ensure every video is publishing-ready and aligned with platform best practices.

Collaboration & Workflow Management

• Collaborate with:
• Marketing teams
• Creative leads
• Internal stakeholders
• Manage feedback and revision cycles efficiently.
• Maintain organized project files, raw footage, assets, and archives.
• Utilize collaboration platforms such as:
• Frame.io
• Google Drive
• Dropbox
• Similar project management tools

Requirements

Must-Have Qualifications

• 2+ years of professional video editing experience.
• Proficiency with at least one of:
• Adobe Premiere Pro
• DaVinci Resolve
• Final Cut Pro
• Strong understanding of:
• Storytelling
• Video pacing
• Audio editing
• Color correction
• Experience exporting content for social media and web platforms.
• Strong project organization and file management skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and time management.
• Reliable high-speed internet and professional remote workspace.

Nice to Have

• Experience with:
• Adobe After Effects
• Motion graphics
• Animation
• Experience editing:
• Paid advertisements
• UGC content
• Performance marketing creatives
• Understanding of:
• Watch time
• Engagement metrics
• Click-through rate (CTR)
• Experience in:
• SaaS
• E-commerce
• Agencies
• Media companies
• Content-driven businesses
• Familiarity with social-first editing styles for:
• TikTok
• Instagram Reels
• YouTube Shorts

What Makes You a Strong Fit

• Creative storyteller with a strong visual eye.
• Excellent understanding of audience engagement and retention.
• Highly organized and capable of managing multiple editing projects.
• Comfortable receiving and implementing feedback.
• Passionate about creating high-performing content.
• Able to balance speed, quality, and consistency under deadlines.
• Strong attention to detail and brand consistency.

What a Typical Day Looks Like

• Review raw footage and organize project assets.
• Edit videos for social media, campaigns, training, and branded content.
• Add captions, graphics, transitions, music, and visual effects.
• Perform audio cleanup and color grading.
• Export multiple platform-specific versions.
• Collaborate with stakeholders through review cycles.
• Maintain organized project files and documentation.

In short: You transform raw footage into engaging, high-quality video content that strengthens brand storytelling, supports marketing campaigns, and drives audience engagement.

Key Metrics for Success (KPIs)

• On-time delivery of video projects
• High editing quality with minimal revision rounds
• Strong audience engagement and video performance
• Consistent brand alignment across all content
• Organized project files and asset management
• Positive stakeholder feedback on creativity, quality, and turnaround time

Why Join Us?

• Work on a diverse range of creative marketing projects.
• Collaborate closely with marketing and leadership teams.
• Opportunity to produce content that directly impacts brand growth and audience engagement.
• Fully remote work environment with creative ownership.
• Exposure to modern video production tools and content strategies.
• Career growth opportunities into:
• Senior Video Editor
• Motion Graphics Designer
• Creative Lead
• Multimedia Producer
• Creative Director

Interview Process

1. Application Review
2. Spark Hire Intro Video (3–5 minutes)
3. Video Interview with Pavago Recruiter
4. Portfolio Review & Practical Editing Task
5. Client Interview
6. Offer & Background Verification

What Happens After You Apply

Right after you apply, you’ll receive an email invitation from Spark Hire to record your Intro Video. This short, self-recorded video is the final step that completes your application and can be recorded whenever it’s convenient for you.

Instead of repeating yourself across multiple screening calls, you’ll introduce yourself once, and your video will be shared with the hiring team. This helps hiring managers evaluate your communication style early, making future interviews more meaningful and reducing unnecessary interview rounds.

Don’t overthink it—you can record your video as many times as you’d like before submitting it. Only your final submission will be reviewed.

Please keep an eye on both your inbox and spam folder for your Spark Hire invitation after submitting your application.

Apply Now

If you’re a creative video editor who enjoys transforming ideas into engaging visual stories, thrives in fast-paced environments, and takes pride in delivering polished, high-quality content, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today and help create compelling videos that drive engagement, strengthen brands, and support business growth.