We are hiring:
Video Editor
100% remote, full time, 12 LPA
All over the world, people rely on us for entertaining and informative content about technology and scientific developments - prepared by a team of people like you.
In this role, you will be responsible for combining raw audio and video into engaging narratives that resonate with our viewers, with an emphasis on content creation for our YouTube channel.
More on the Video Editor role:
- Work as part of the video production team for Europe and the US to edit videos of various lengths (25+ minutes to 15 seconds) to communicate news about gadgets, automotive innovations, new technological breakthroughs, and related topics.
- Take care of video sourcing, captions, basic color editing, and basic audio mixing to polish content and boost viewer retention.
- Share creative ideas and relevant topics to contribute a diverse and captivating content schedule.
- Monitor the success of published media and find strategies to optimize viewer engagement.
- Take ownership of specific content series and contribute to the development of new content formats.
- Collaborate with content writers to create cohesive, engaging stories.
- Research social media trends and best practices used by competitors, and incorporate these new approaches into your edits.
- Create and maintain creative materials to assist a growing team of writers, editors, and researchers.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
We are looking for different skills in our ideal candidate:
- Minimum 3 years of work experience in video editing for communications or media; prior experience in YouTube content creation is strongly preferred
- English language skills at a B1/B2 level, ability to speak other languages is a plus
- Good understanding of video trends on social platforms
- Proficiency in Adobe Premiere, including basic knowledge of audio mixing and color grading
- Strong sense of composition and aesthetic decision
- Attention to detail and ability to think strategically and to “connect the dots”
- A creative mindset and innovative approaches to create content that resonates with the different target audiences and stakeholders
- Ability to work independently as well as in teams
- Strong interpersonal skills to tune into the audience's needs
- Nice to have: a passion for technology
- Nice to have: basic knowledge in After Effects
- Please note: To apply for this position and you need a working video editing software.
Hours of Work
We offer a full-time, permanent position. You can work fully remote and choose your working hours.
What it’s like working for upjoin:
- We are an international team and can give support and guidance to new team members.
- We value high quality, and integrity and do things 100%.
- We have fun thinking outside the box, exploring new ideas, and taking responsibility for the end result.
- We offer opportunities to grow your knowledge and skills within your area of expertise.
- We support your career growth by offering opportunities for career advancement.
- We offer bonuses for weddings and selected holidays.
- After the trial period, we'll provide you with the hardware you need.
If this description reflects your profile or ambition, we’re looking forward to seeing you hit the apply button!
Apply for this job
We practice skill-based hiring, meaning that we do not accept CVs or resumé letters as the main means of applying for this position. Instead, the application for this position follows our standardized online process:
Here is how it works
- Step 1: Enter general data, such as your name or place of residence.
- Step 2: Pass a timed cognitive test and a language test to show off your English language skills and strategic thinking.
- Step 3: Pass a timed skill test that closely mimics this position's daily tasks.
- Step 4: Attend a scheduled interview for an opportunity to ask questions and get to know each other.