TreantTreant

Video Editor (Long-form to Short-form Content)

Added 1 month ago

Description

Description

Treantly is a Canadian-based recruitment agency that facilitates the connection between businesses in North America and exceptional remote staff in the Philippines. 

We’re looking for a creative and detail-oriented Video Editor who can transform long-form videos into engaging short-form content for platforms like TikTok, Instagram Reels, and YouTube Shorts. You should know how to capture attention fast, tell a story in under 60 seconds, and optimize videos for social media performance.

Key Responsibilities

  • Edit long-form videos into multiple short-form clips (15–60 seconds) optimized for social media
  • Identify the most engaging moments (“hooks”) from long content
  • Add captions, subtitles, emojis, and motion graphics to improve engagement
  • Use jump cuts, zooms, sound effects, and pacing techniques to maintain viewer retention
  • Format videos for vertical (9:16) viewing across platforms
  • Follow trends and adapt editing style to match current viral content formats
  • Collaborate with the team to align edits with brand voice and messaging
  • Deliver high-quality videos on time with quick turnaround

Requirements

  • Proven experience editing short-form content (Reels, TikTok, Shorts)

  • Strong storytelling and pacing skills for short videos

  • Proficiency in tools like Adobe Premiere Pro, After Effects, CapCut, or similar

  • Experience adding captions and designing engaging on-screen text

  • Understanding of social media trends and algorithms

  • Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects

Nice to Have

  • Experience repurposing podcasts, webinars, or interviews into short clips
  • Basic motion graphics and animation skills
  • Familiarity with AI editing tools or auto-captioning tools
  • Knowledge of content strategy or viral content frameworks

Benefits

What we Offer:

  • Opportunities for growth and advancement
  • Competitive compensation package, including MaxiCare HMO

Work Hours:

  • Full-time, Eastern Standard Time business hours, Remote

Company

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