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Video Editor

A Video Editor is a creative professional responsible for transforming raw footage into compelling and cohesive visual content. From motion graphics to sound design, they can handle the full post-production process, delivering polished videos for organic and paid social media, website, internal comms and more.

Salary Ranges

  • Professional with 1-2 years of experience.

    Key Responsibilities

    • Trim footage and organize sequences.

    • Add basic transitions and effects.

    • Apply simple color correction and audio cleanup.

    • Follow clear editing guidelines and brand templates.

    Autonomy & Decision-Making

    Requires close supervision and detailed briefs. Works best with well-defined tasks and feedback loops.

    Tools & Skills

    Basic proficiency in editing software (e.g., Premiere Pro, Final Cut).

    Ideal For

    • Brands looking for a fast-learning, adaptable professional who is motivated to grow, eager to learn, and excited about working with international teams.

  • Professional with 2-5 years of experience.

    Key Responsibilities

    • Manage full edits from raw footage to final delivery.

    • Source stock assets and add basic Motion Graphics.

    • Perform sound design and more advanced color grading.

    • Suggest creative solutions within brand guidelines.

    Autonomy & Decision-Making

    Takes ownership of projects and works independently on most tasks, while still requiring occasional guidance or creative direction.

    Tools & Skills

    Strong proficiency in editing tools + Motion Graphics (e.g., After Effects) + Color Grading.

    Ideal For

    • Growing teams seeking a skilled editor to craft high-quality marketing content, branded videos, and training materials.

    • Brands looking for a professional ready to support campaign strategy and manage client-facing responsibilities with confidence.

  • Professional with over +5 years of experience.

    Key Responsibilities

    • Executes complex edits from start to finish and can manage more workload.

    • Collaborates with creative direction and storytelling.

    • Applies deep knowledge of direct response editing and key metrics (e.g., hook rate, watch time, CTR, CVR, ROAS) to guide creative decisions.

    • Designs custom graphics and animations.

    • Collaborates cross-functionally with marketing and/or creative teams.

    • Oversees editing strategy and ensures consistency across formats.

    • Can manage a team of junior editors.

    Autonomy & Decision-Making

    High autonomy. Can propose and participate in video strategy, apply performance-driven creative decisions, mentor junior team members, and make final calls on execution.

    Tools & Skills

    Advanced skills across editing, Motion Graphics, Color Grading, and Sound Design.

    Ideal For

    • Companies scaling their video function, looking for a senior editor to lead high-impact projects like ad campaigns, product launches, and documentaries.

    • Brands needing an experienced professional to run teams or departments.

Key Factors that impact Salary and Seniority

  • Previous US experience

  • Experience creating ads for e-commerce

  • Ability to handle end-to-end execution

  • Ability to take ownership of creative input

  • Additional skills such as After Effects, motion design, color grading, etc.

  • Ability to manage a larger workload as seniority increases

Alternative names for this role

Social Media Video Editor

Paid Social Video Editor

UGC Video Editor

AI-Driven Video Editor

Post-Production Editor

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Meet some of our exceptional Video Editors


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These are just a few examples of the outstanding quality and experience of our talent. If you want to hire someone like this, get in touch and we’ll start the process as soon as possible.

Vanessa | $2,000/mo

  • Vanessa is a Junior Video Editor with experience creating Ads and UGC-style content for social media. She has worked with U.S. e-commerce brands, which gives her some exposure to international standards, even if she's earlier in her career.

Martin | $2,500/mo

  • Martin is a Video Editor with a sharp eye for crafting high-performing ads for Meta and TikTok. Skilled in delivering UGC and high-production content that drives results.

Brenda | $3,000/mo

  • Brenda is a Video Editor with international experience in a creative agency. She specializes in high-performing social media ads and organic content for Meta and TikTok. On top of that, she has solid skills in motion graphics and animation, adding creative versatility to her projects.

Leon | $4,000/mo

  • Leon is a Senior Video Editor with over 8 years of experience. He has worked with agencies both locally and internationally, which gives him a strong understanding of different markets and performance-driven content. He not only edits but also contributes to content strategy, A/B testing, and ideation.

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