Senior Video Editor

Job Title: Video Editor (Podcasts, Reels & Brand Content)

Company: Hogwarts Media / Hogwarts StudiosLocation: Gurgaon (On-site)Experience: 2 – 4 yearsEmployment Type: Full-time

About Hogwarts Media

Hogwarts Media is a fast-growing content studio and media company specialising in podcasts, branded content, social media reels, and high-quality video production for creators, founders, and businesses. We work with premium clients and focus on storytelling, consistency, and speed without compromising quality.

Role Overview

We are looking for a creative, detail-oriented, and accountable Video Editor who can take ownership of end-to-end video editing and delivery. This role goes beyond basic editing — you will play a key role in shaping content quality, managing timelines, and ensuring every video that goes out meets Hogwarts Media standards.

You will work closely with the founder, production team, and clients to deliver podcasts, reels, teasers, and long-form content optimized for platforms like YouTube, Instagram, and LinkedIn.

Key ResponsibilitiesCore Editing Responsibilities

• Edit long-form podcasts, short-form reels, teasers, and promotional videos
• Add clean cuts, pacing, transitions, subtitles, graphics, and sound balancing
• Maintain consistent brand style across all client and in-house content
• Color correction and basic color grading for studio-shot footage
• Audio syncing, noise reduction, and level balancing

Content & Platform Optimization

• Create platform-specific edits (YouTube, Instagram Reels, Shorts, LinkedIn)
• Understand hook creation, retention, and storytelling for short-form content
• Suggest improvements in framing, pacing, captions, and thumbnails

Delivery & Ownership

• Ensure timely delivery as per committed timelines
• Coordinate with internal team for feedback and revisions
• Maintain proper file management, naming conventions, and backups
• Take responsibility for final output quality before client delivery

Client Coordination (Secondary)

• Understand client briefs and expectations clearly
• Incorporate feedback professionally and efficiently
• Maintain confidentiality of all client data and content

Required Skills & ToolsMust-Have Skills

• Strong proficiency in Adobe Premiere Pro (mandatory)
• Working knowledge of After Effects (basic motion graphics)
• Understanding of audio cleanup and subtitles
• Good sense of storytelling, rhythm, and visual flow
• Ability to work under deadlines without compromising quality

Good-to-Have

• Experience editing podcasts or creator-led content
• Knowledge of YouTube retention editing
• Familiarity with Instagram & LinkedIn content trends
• Basic thumbnail sense (Photoshop/Canva)

Behavioural Expectations

• High sense of ownership & accountability
• Detail-oriented with a quality-first mindset
• Calm under pressure and open to feedback
• Ethical, trustworthy, and respectful of confidentiality
• Willingness to grow with the company

Confidentiality & NDA Clause (Mandatory)

The editor will be required to sign a Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA). All client data, raw footage, edited content, strategies, and internal processes are strictly confidential. This obligation will continue for 3 years after separation, and the editor may not use or approach clients directly for personal or external work during this period.

What We Offer

• Work on high-visibility podcasts and premium brands
• Fast learning curve with direct exposure to founders & creators
• Growth opportunity into Senior Editor / Head of Editing role
• Creative freedom with responsibility
• Stable, long-term role in a growing media company

How to Apply

Share your resume + portfolio/showreel showcasing podcast edits and short-form content on info@hogwartsstudios.com.

Location: Gurgaon

Joining: Immediate / Short notice preferred

Hogwarts Media believes in performance, integrity, and long-term growth. If you want to build—not just edit—this role is for you.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: ₹20,000.00 - ₹30,000.00 per month

Benefits:

• Work from home

Work Location: In person