>Job Description
At
Zostel
, we re not just building a travel brand, we re crafting a movement. From remote mountain hostels to urban creative hubs, every Zostel story has a vibe, a purpose, and a heartbeat. We re looking for a
Video Editor
who can bring these stories to life for Zo Trips, our travel experiences vertical that brings the Zostel community together through all-inclusive domestic international itineraries. Someone who doesn t just cut clips but crafts emotions with a proven ability to create videos across platforms, including Instagram, YouTube long-form, and shorts.
What You ll Do
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Own the edit, end-to-end:
Handle video editing for brand campaigns, social media, marketing content, and community stories, from rough cut to final master. -
Craft compelling narratives:
Collaborate with creative, brand, and social media teams to build engaging video stories that reflect Zostel s energy and tone. -
Work closely with producers and designers:
Execute ideas that are visually stunning and strategically aligned with campaign goals. -
Bring the magic in post:
Oversee colour grading, sound design, graphics, and motion enhancements to ensure every frame feels premium. -
Lead collaborate:
Manage a small team of junior editors or freelancers to maintain quality and meet deadlines. -
Optimise for every platform:
Edit for diverse formats, Instagram Reels, YouTube Long-form Shorts, LinkedIn, and more, while keeping the Zostel brand consistent and recognisable. -
Stay on top of trends:
Experiment with new editing styles, effects, and formats that push creative boundaries.
What You Bring
- 2 3 years of professional experience in video editing or post-production, ideally with social-first brands or agencies.
- Proficiency in Adobe Premiere Pro, After Effects, DaVinci Resolve, and Photoshop.
- Strong grasp of visual storytelling, pacing, and emotion.
- An instinct for what works on social, short-form video trends, hooks, and visual storytelling for engagement.
- Ability to manage timelines, juggle multiple projects, and guide junior editors or freelancers.
- A creative eye with obsessive attention to detail and finish.
- A portfolio that shows range, narrative depth, and originality.
Nice to Have
- Experience with motion graphics, animation, or 3D workflows.
- Understanding of sound design and colour correction techniques.
- Prior experience in travel, lifestyle, or digital-first brands.
Why Join Zostel
- Work with India s coolest travel brand and tell stories that reach millions.
- Hybrid setup, mix creative studio time with work-from-anywhere freedom.
- Collaborate with a passionate, high-energy marketing team that lives and breathes creativity.
- Direct creative ownership: your work shapes how the world
sees
Zostel.
Think your edits can make people pack a bag and hit the road
Apply now!
Summary
If you can turn raw footage into scroll-stopping, soul-stirring visual stories that make people want to pack their bags, you re just what we need!
