Short Form Editor

About the company:

We are an investment and advisory company led by Codie Sanchez, 15+ year veteran of private equity and operator of a portfolio of Main Street businesses.

We help owners BUY, SCALE, SELL. We buy businesses, teach our partners how to do acquisitions, then we help them scale to create enduring businesses they love to run. We build tools like BizScout (one of the largest business acquisition marketplaces in the world), Growth Boardroom (operating system and community for business owners over $1M+), Contrarian Thinking Capital (venture capital firm investing in the innovation for the next generation of businesses

Job Description:

We are seeking a skilled video editor who is an elite visual storyteller who can leverage audio and visual elements to create impactful, short-form video content. We seek a creative, forward-thinking individual who can navigate the unique challenges of short-form content creation while effectively engaging with our target audience.

This person’s core skillset must include creativity, technical proficiency, attention to detail, strong communication skills, storytelling abilities, adaptability and flexibility, excellent organization and time management, problem-solving skills, awareness of trends and audience preferences, and a continuous learning attitude.

Key Responsibilities:

• Edit and condense 3-5 minutes of raw footage into a compelling 60-second short-form video for social media platforms.
• Utilize strong storytelling techniques to create engaging storylines, applying music and sound effects to create an emotional connection with the viewers.
• Demonstrate expertise in creating and incorporating visual animations into video content to improve storytelling and viewer engagement.
• Ensure the application of appropriate color grading, audio synchronization, and smooth transitions, emphasizing attention to detail despite the limited timeframe.
• Collaborate effectively with directors and other team members to understand their vision and deliver the desired outcome.
• Keep abreast of current trends in short-form video editing, social media platforms, and audience preferences to create content that resonates with the target audience.
• Optimize videos for mobile viewing and effectively utilize platform-specific features to maximize engagement.

Qualifications:

• Proficiency in video editing software such as Adobe Premiere Pro.
• Demonstrated ability in utilizing visual animations to enhance storytelling in video content.
• Strong storytelling skills and an understanding of narrative structure.
• Experience in applying music and sound effects to invoke emotions in video content.
• Excellent attention to detail, particularly in transitions, audio synchronization, and color grading.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills.
• Time management skills, with the ability to work within deadlines to deliver high-quality videos.
• Knowledge of current trends in short-form video editing and audience preferences.
• Familiarity with optimizing videos for mobile viewing and platform-specific features.

Preferred Skills:

• Creativity, with a strong understanding of composition and visual storytelling.
• Experience in utilizing music to create emotional engagement in video content.
• Adaptability and flexibility in meeting the specific requirements and constraints of short-form videos.
• A continuous learning mindset, staying updated with emerging software, tools, and techniques.

Compensation & Work Schedule:

• $1,000 to $1,700 per month USD
• Flexible hours and full-remote role (40 hrs per week)