Organic Video Editor (Short-Form TikTok Reels Shorts)

This is a remote position.

• Edit 9:16 short-form videos for TikTok IG Reels and YouTube Shorts (and occasional 1:1 or 16:9 as needed).
  
• Turn content briefs/scripts into engaging edits with strong hooks fast pacing and clean narrative flow.
  
• Add platform-native captions (timed well) on-screen text b-roll sound effects and pattern interrupts to boost retention.
  
• Source/select supporting visuals (b-roll stock screenshots product/book shots) when needed.
  
• Maintain consistent brand vibe while still editing native to trends and formats.
  
• Organize project files naming conventions versions and exports to keep production fast and clean.
  
• Collaborate with the strategist on feedback loops (whats working whats not) and iterate quickly.
  
• Deliver multiple variations (hook options / first 3 seconds / caption styles) when testing.
  

• Youre retention-obsessed you notice where people drop off and know how to fix it with pacing and structure.
  
• You have a strong feel for TikTok/IG/Shorts editing language: hooks jump cuts overlays story beats payoff.
  
• Fast reliable and responsive you hit deadlines and communicate clearly.
  
• Comfortable receiving feedback and producing quick iterations without ego.
  
• Strong attention to detail (captions timing audio levels formatting export settings).
  
• Tools: CapCut Premiere Final Cut DaVinci any is fine as long as results are great (CapCut familiarity is a plus).
  

• Have edited content in health/wellness/education niches.
  
• Know how to repurpose one concept into multiple platform variations.
  
• Have a system for batching and scaling output.
  

1. Share 35 examples of short-form videos you edited (links). For each what was your role and what were the results (views/likes/follows) if known
   
2. How do you approach editing the first 3 seconds to maximize retention Give a specific breakdown.
   
3. What does a great short-form edit look like to you What are common mistakes that kill performance
   

Required Skills:

Video Editing CapCut Short-Form Video Vertical Video TikTok Editing Instagram Reels YouTube Shorts Hook Writing Visual Storytelling Viral Hooks Dynamic Captions Subtitles Sound Design Color Grading Jump Cuts Transitions Keyframing Adobe Premiere Pro DaVinci Resolve Final Cut Pro