Video Editor

Creative Video Editor – Short & Long Form (Social Media First) Location: Chennai Type: Full-time / Contract Experience: 1–4 years Industry: Travel | Lifestyle | Entertainment | Digital Media About the Role:We’re looking for a highly creative and trend-driven Video Editor to craft compelling short-form and long-form content that stops the scroll, sparks emotion, and drives virality. This role is perfect for someone who lives and breathes digital content, follows Reels and TikTok trends like a hawk, and can stitch together storytelling magic—whether it’s a 15-second reel or a 10-minute YouTube episode. What You’ll Do: 🎞 Short-Form Video Editing (Reels, Shorts, TikToks) Edit highly engaging vertical videos (15–90 seconds) with viral potential Use trending audio, transitions, text overlays, memes, and fast-paced edits Add captions, emojis, motion graphics, and callouts to boost watch time Edit videos for hooks, retention, and shareability across social media platforms Stay updated on current trends, audios, formats, and creator styles 🎬 Long-Form Video Editing (YouTube, Podcasts, Brand Stories) Edit 5–15 minute videos for YouTube, interviews, travel vlogs, and campaign films Create smooth narratives, cinematic flow, and attention-holding pacing Cut down long recordings into structured edits with B-roll, stock inserts, and music Add intros, lower thirds, transitions, and end screens Optimize for YouTube SEO, retention rate, and audience engagement 📈 Cross-Platform Storytelling Repurpose long-form content into short-form clips and vice versa Collaborate with writers, creators, and marketers to align edits with campaign goals Add subtitles, translate edits for multi-lingual content if needed Work on reels with hooks, emotional appeal, humour, or educational tones based on the target audience Edit content in line with brand guidelines, yet with bold creative freedom What You Should Bring:1–4 years of professional editing experience Mastery in Final Cut Pro, Adobe Premiere Pro, After Effects (bonus: CapCut Pro, Descript, DaVinci Resolve) Experience editing content for Instagram, YouTube, TikTok, and Meta platforms Understanding of reel psychology – hooks, drop-off points, scroll-stopping edits Portfolio that includes viral-style reels, cinematic edits, and branded videos Ability to source stock footage, music, effects, and audio legally and efficiently Familiarity with color grading, sound design, masking, keyframing, speed ramps, and other advanced techniques Fast turnaround time and ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously Strong organizational skills and version control Bonus Points for:Shooting/editing experience using DSLR, GoPro, drone, or iPhone Experience editing talking head videos, creator content, or podcast reels Understanding of YouTube analytics and video performance tracking Familiarity with AI video tools like Runway, Pictory, or Cutlabs Meme knowledge and pop culture fluency You’ll Thrive in This Role If You Are: A trend hunter who knows what’s blowing up on IG/TikTok before it hits the Explore page Obsessed with visual storytelling and quick edits that evoke emotion A self-starter who doesn’t wait for directions and can run with a creative brief Comfortable in a fast-paced, iterative, and feedback-driven creative environment Passionate about building content for millennials, Gen Z, and mobile-first viewers How to Apply: Send your resume + showreel / portfolio to shreya@travllr.com Include 2–3 links to Reels/Shorts or YouTube videos you’ve edited (especially if any went viral). Optionally, tell us about your favorite edit you've ever made and why it worked.