Video Editor

Introduction:
We are seeking an experienced and creative Senior Video Editor to join our YouTube channel team. The ideal candidate will have strong editing skills, a keen eye for detail, and a passion for creating engaging, high-quality video content. As a Senior Video Editor, you will be responsible for editing, assembling, and finalizing videos to align with the channel's style and vision, ensuring that all content is polished and ready for our growing audience.

Responsibilities:

• Video Editing: Edit raw footage into polished, engaging videos by cutting, trimming, and rearranging footage to fit the creative direction.
• Creative Input: Work with the creative director and content team to contribute ideas for storytelling, pacing, and visual style. Ensure the final video reflects the channel's aesthetic and audience preferences.
• Audio Syncing & Sound Design: Sync audio with video, adjust sound levels, and apply sound effects, background music, and voiceovers as needed to enhance the final product.
• Color Grading: Apply color correction and grading to ensure a consistent and professional look for all videos.
• Motion Graphics & Effects: Incorporate motion graphics, text overlays, transitions, and visual effects to enhance the viewer experience, ensuring they align with the channel’s style.
• Manage Video Output: Ensure videos are output in the proper formats for YouTube, optimized for performance, and comply with YouTube’s technical specifications (e.g., resolution, aspect ratio, file size).
• Work with Feedback: Collaborate with the team to refine video content based on feedback, making revisions as needed to meet project goals and timelines.
• Time Management: Edit and deliver videos on time, managing multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously.
• Content Review & QA: Review and conduct quality assurance on final edits to ensure videos are error-free (audio/video sync, color consistency, etc.) before submission or publication.
• Stay Updated with Trends: Keep up with the latest YouTube trends, video editing techniques, and industry standards to ensure the channel's content remains fresh and relevant.
• Team Collaboration: Work closely with other editors, producers, and the creative team to ensure a cohesive visual narrative across multiple videos and projects.

Requirements:

• Experience: At least 3+ years of professional video editing experience, preferably in YouTube content or digital video production.
• Strong Portfolio: A strong portfolio or reel showcasing your editing work, with examples of YouTube videos, vlogs, tutorials, or other online content.
• Expert Proficiency in Editing Software: Advanced skills in Adobe Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro, DaVinci Resolve, or other industry-standard editing software.
• Knowledge of YouTube Guidelines: Familiarity with YouTube's technical and creative requirements, including video resolution, frame rates, and optimization techniques for search and engagement.
• Creativity & Attention to Detail: Ability to think creatively and pay attention to details in every aspect of the editing process, from pacing to visual consistency.
• Audio Editing: Experience with audio editing and mixing, including adjusting levels, removing noise, and syncing audio with video.
• Motion Graphics and Visual Effects: Proficiency in creating and implementing motion graphics, text animations, and visual effects. Knowledge of After Effects or similar software is a plus.
• Problem-Solving: Ability to troubleshoot technical issues during the editing process and find solutions quickly.
• Time Management: Strong organizational skills with the ability to handle multiple projects and meet tight deadlines.
• Communication Skills: Excellent communication and collaboration skills to effectively work with the creative team and respond to feedback.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with Social Media Content: Knowledge of best practices for video content on YouTube, Instagram, or TikTok and experience optimizing videos for these platforms.
• Experience in Animation or 3D Modeling: Familiarity with 2D or 3D animation techniques is a plus.
• Graphic Design Skills: Experience with graphic design software (e.g., Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator) for creating thumbnails and other visual elements for videos.
• Experience with Live Streams: Experience editing live streams or creating highlights from live broadcast content is a bonus.
• Degree/Certification: A degree in Film Production, Video Editing, Multimedia Design, or a related field is a plus but not required.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: ₹15,000.00 - ₹18,000.00 per month

Schedule:

• Morning shift

Supplemental Pay:

• Performance bonus

Ability to commute/relocate:

• T Nagar, Chennai, Tamil Nadu: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person