Mobile Video Editor for Social Media

Social Media Video Editor & Content Creator (Mobile-First)

About the Role

We are looking for a highly creative and trend-aware Social Media Video Editor & Content Creator who lives and breathes short-form content. This role is responsible for recording, editing, and packaging engaging videos specifically for social media platforms such as Instagram Reels, TikTok, YouTube Shorts, LinkedIn, and Facebook.

The ideal candidate understands platform algorithms, viral content formats, storytelling techniques, audience psychology, and can create high-performing content using mobile editing tools and workflows.

Key ResponsibilitiesContent Creation & Recording

• Record social media content using smartphones and mobile-first production techniques.
• Capture behind-the-scenes footage, interviews, product showcases, office culture, events, and founder-led content.
• Suggest creative shot ideas, hooks, and storytelling formats optimized for social platforms.

Video Editing

• Edit short-form videos primarily using mobile editing apps (CapCut, VN, InShot, etc.).
• Create fast-paced, engaging videos optimized for retention and watch time.
• Add captions, transitions, sound effects, graphics, overlays, and motion elements.
• Ensure videos are platform-native and aligned with current social media best practices.

Trend Research

• Stay updated with the latest social media trends, viral formats, editing styles, audio trends, and platform updates.
• Continuously bring fresh content ideas inspired by high-performing creators and brands.
• Adapt trends creatively while maintaining brand identity.

Content Optimization

• Create strong hooks within the first 3 seconds.
• Optimize videos for engagement, shares, comments, and conversions.
• Understand audience behavior and recommend content improvements based on performance.

Collaboration

• Work closely with the marketing and content team to plan content calendars.
• Participate in brainstorming sessions and contribute content ideas.
• Turn raw footage into polished, ready-to-publish content with minimal supervision.

RequirementsMust-Have Skills

• Strong portfolio of Reels, TikToks, YouTube Shorts, or similar short-form content.
• Advanced proficiency in mobile editing apps such as CapCut, VN, InShot, or equivalent.
• Excellent understanding of Instagram, TikTok, YouTube Shorts, and emerging social platforms.
• Strong storytelling, pacing, and visual communication skills.
• Ability to identify and execute trends quickly.
• Experience creating content that has generated strong engagement and reach.

Preferred Qualifications

• Basic graphic design skills.
• Understanding of social media analytics and performance metrics.
• Experience working with founders, personal brands, startups, or D2C brands.
• Ability to shoot and edit independently.

What Success Looks Like

• Consistently producing high-quality short-form videos.
• Creating content aligned with current social media trends and platform standards.
• Delivering videos with strong retention and engagement metrics.
• Contributing innovative ideas that help grow brand visibility and audience engagement.

Application Requirements

Please share:

1. Portfolio or social media handles showcasing your work.
2. Examples of short-form videos you have personally recorded and edited.
3. Mobile editing tools/apps you use.
4. Links to content that performed exceptionally well and your role in creating it.
5. Current location and availability.