Video Editor

About the Company:

I-PAC (Indian Political Action Committee) is a leading consulting firm that provides innovative, data-driven solutions to tackle the most complex campaign challenges. We specialize in delivering strategic insights and actionable plans that drive growth, enhance performance, and maximize the impact of campaigns. Our expertise lies in aligning creative strategies with seamless execution, ensuring every campaign achieves its goals. From crafting tailored messaging to optimizing campaign logistics, we are committed to delivering results that address immediate needs while building long-term success for our clients.

About the Role:

Are you someone who sees the story behind every frame? Do you love bringing raw footage to life with your editing skills and creative touch? We’re on the lookout for a talented Video Editor to join our content or post-production team, someone who’s equal parts artist and technician. Whether it's a quick-turnaround reel, a cinematic trailer, or a long-form documentary, you know how to craft visuals that captivate, inform, and inspire. This role is a unique opportunity to shape and influence India's political landscape through impactful visual storytelling.

Responsibilities:

• Editing video content for a wide range of formats- think social media clips, ads, mini-docs, event promos, reels, and more.
• Cutting together trailers, teasers, and sizzle reels that hit the emotional mark and drive engagement.
• Weaving compelling narratives using footage, music, graphics, pacing, and transitions.
• Adding finishing touches like sound design, subtitles, animations, and visual effects to bring videos to life.
• Working closely with directors, producers, motion designers, and content strategists to align your edits with brand tone and creative goals.
• Managing multiple projects at once while meeting deadlines and maintaining a high level of polish.
• Optimizing content for different platforms—YouTube, TikTok, Instagram, OTT, and beyond.

Qualifications:

• At least 2 years of hands-on experience in video editing or post-production.
• Bachelor’s/Master’s degree from a Tier-1 institute with 1-2 years of experience in Communication, Media, or related field.
• A solid portfolio that shows versatility in editing styles and storytelling.
• Proficiency in editing software like Adobe Premiere Pro, After Effects, Final Cut Pro, DaVinci Resolve—or your tools of choice.
• A good eye for pacing, rhythm, transitions, and overall visual storytelling.
• Confidence in editing scenes with a sense of flow and emotion—especially for social-first content.

Required Skills:

• Trailer-Cutting Chops: You know how to build emotional momentum and rhythm, especially with music.
• Motion Graphics Skills: Experience with After Effects or similar tools for animations, title design, and lower thirds.
• AI Tools Savvy: You've worked with platforms like Chatgpt, Runway ML, Pika, Sora, ElevenLabs, or other generative AI tools to level up your edits.
• Colour Grading Expertise: Strong sense of color theory, with the skills to give footage that cinematic punch.
• Sound Design Basics: From syncing to ambient effects, you can make audio feel just right.
• Green Screen Know-How: Confident with chroma keying and background replacements.
• Multicam Experience: You’re comfortable syncing and cutting footage from multiple camera angles.
• Workflow Efficiency: Use of templates, LUTs, presets, and other hacks to streamline your process.
• Subtitles & Voiceovers: Familiarity with adding multilingual captions and VO integration.

If you are passionate about political campaigns, digital strategy, and grassroots mobilization, this role offers a unique opportunity to shape and influence India’s political landscape!

Equal Opportunity Statement:

We are committed to diversity and inclusivity in our hiring practices.