Marketing & Creative
A video editor assembles raw footage, audio and graphics into finished videos for marketing, training, social media and other uses. The role shapes pacing and story so the final piece is clear, polished and ready for its platform.
Ways to hire
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contract, contract-to-hire, full-time and executive search
The role
Companies typically hire one when video output is increasing, when footage is waiting for editing, or when outsourced editing is slow or too costly.
Typical responsibilities
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Typical background
Typically 2 to 5 years of professional editing experience with a reel, and a degree or training in film or media.
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A video editor assembles raw footage, audio and graphics into finished videos for marketing, training, social media and other uses. The role shapes pacing and story so the final piece is clear, polished and ready for its platform. Typical responsibilities include: edit raw footage into finished videos for web and social; add titles, captions, music and motion graphics; color correct and balance audio for consistent quality.
Look for storytelling, color correction, audio editing, motion graphics, pacing and asset management. Experience with Adobe Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro, DaVinci Resolve, Adobe After Effects and Frame.io is common in this role.
Yes. A video editor is one of the roles employers most often hire on contract, for projects, busy periods, leave cover and vacancies. Contract-to-hire is also an option if you want to work together before making a permanent offer.
A video editor works in post-production, turning footage into finished pieces. A videographer shoots the footage on location. Companies that already capture video need an editor. Companies starting from scratch may need both skills, or one person who can shoot and edit.
Look for work at the length and style you need, such as short social videos, training content or interviews. Strong reels show clean cuts, sound balance and appropriate graphics. Ask which parts the candidate edited themselves, and how they handled feedback and revision rounds.
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