Social Media Content Editor

Job Description

Job Overview Our client is seeking a highly skilled and creative Social Media Content Editor with a strong background in professional video editing . This role is best suited for candidates whose primary expertise is editing engaging video content for social media rather than managing social media accounts. You will work across a portfolio of fashion, lifestyle, consumer products, and e-commerce brands, producing both high-volume short-form content and premium branded videos. The ideal candidate has extensive experience editing content for platforms such as Instagram Reels, TikTok, Facebook, and YouTube Shorts, with a strong understanding of pacing, storytelling, audience retention, and platform-specific trends. Candidates should be highly proficient in Adobe Premiere Pro and/or DaVinci Resolve , with CapCut considered an advantage for fast-turnaround social content. Experience working with multiple brands while maintaining distinct visual identities is essential. A portfolio or demo reel showcasing previous video editing work is required. Candidates should be able to provide at least three (3\) examples of social media videos they have personally edited. Schedule Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM AEST (20 hours per week) Responsibilities Edit high volumes of short-form videos for Instagram Reels, TikTok, Facebook, YouTube Shorts, and other social platforms. Produce both fast-paced social media content and polished branded videos. Transform raw footage into engaging content through storytelling, pacing, transitions, music, captions, motion graphics, and visual effects. Apply color correction, basic color grading, audio enhancement, and sound design to deliver high-quality videos. Maintain each brand's visual identity while adapting editing styles across multiple clients. Collaborate with the creative team to execute content strategies and campaign objectives. Organize project files and maintain version control using cloud-based collaboration platforms. Incorporate client and internal feedback accurately and efficiently. Stay up to date with emerging social media trends, editing techniques, and platform updates. Requirements 2 to 5\+ years of professional video editing experience. Video editing must be the candidate's primary area of expertise. Advanced proficiency in Adobe Premiere Pro and/or DaVinci Resolve. Experience editing content for Instagram Reels, TikTok, Facebook, and YouTube Shorts. Strong understanding of storytelling, pacing, audience retention, transitions, music selection, and visual composition. Experience with color correction, color grading, and audio enhancement. Experience working with cloud-based collaboration platforms such as Dropbox, Google Drive, or similar. Ability to manage multiple projects while meeting deadlines. A portfolio or demo reel is required, including at least three (3\) social media videos the candidate personally edited. Nice to Have Experience editing content for fashion, lifestyle, beauty, consumer products, or e-commerce brands. Familiarity with Australian brands and audiences. Proficiency in CapCut for rapid social content production. Basic motion graphics using Adobe After Effects or similar software. Experience working within an agency or multi-brand environment. Ability to follow brand guidelines and editing templates. Independent Contractor Perks Permanent work from home Immediate hiring Note Please click the " " button to complete your application, including the assessment questions, technical check, and voice recording. Your hourly pay rate will be established based on your performance in the application process; submissions with all requirements fulfilled will receive priority review.