Job description
About the Role
We’re looking for a creative, AI-savvy Freelance Video Editor who can turn raw footage, ideas, podcasts, interviews, and business content into high-quality, scroll-stopping videos. This isn't just a traditional editing role. We want someone who understands modern content creation, AI-powered workflows, short-form storytelling, motion graphics, captions, hooks, and social-media-first editing.
If you regularly experiment with tools like CapCut, DaVinci Resolve, Premiere Pro, Runway, Kling, ElevenLabs, HeyGen, Descript, OpusClip, ChatGPT or similar AI tools .We'd love to hear from you.
Requirements
1–3+ years of experience in video editing, content creation, or a related field
Strong proficiency in Premiere Pro, DaVinci Resolve, CapCut, or similar editing tools
Hands-on experience with AI-powered video and content creation tools
Strong understanding of short-form content, hooks, pacing, retention, and storytelling
Ability to create engaging Reels, Shorts, LinkedIn videos, and YouTube content
Good knowledge of motion graphics, transitions, captions, B-roll, sound design, and visual effects
Comfortable working with raw footage and turning it into polished, platform-ready content
Creative mindset with the ability to experiment with new AI tools and emerging content trends
Strong attention to detail and ability to deliver projects within deadlines
Ability to work independently in a remote freelance environment
A strong portfolio/showreel is mandatory
Excellent communication and ability to understand creative briefs
Highlights
Freelance Video Editor
Originally posted on Himalayas
Who can apply
The source lists worldwide eligibility. Accepted UTC offsets: UTC-11, UTC-10, UTC-9.5, UTC-9, UTC-8, UTC-7, UTC-6, UTC-5, UTC-4, UTC-3.5, UTC-3, UTC-2, UTC-1, UTC+0, UTC+1, UTC+2, UTC+3, UTC+3.5, UTC+4, UTC+4.5, UTC+5, UTC+5.5, UTC+5.75, UTC+6, UTC+6.5, UTC+7, UTC+8, UTC+8.75, UTC+9, UTC+9.5, UTC+10, UTC+10.5, UTC+11, UTC+12, UTC+12.75, UTC+13, UTC+14. Review the full description for employer-specific work authorization, residency and schedule requirements.