Senior Video Editor

Client : Lightcircuit  Website : CRCT Contact Person : Dynh Nguyen  Position Hiring For : Senior Video Editor JOB DETAILS Job Title : Senior Video Editor (Performance & Short-Form Content) Location : Remote Reports To : Founder / Creative Lead Work Shift : Flexible, with some EU overlap preferred Working Hours : Full-Time Rate : $10–18+/hour (Based on Sample Profiles) Job Description We are seeking a Senior Video Editor who can execute high-performing short-form content and paid social creatives across multiple campaigns and content initiatives. This role requires strong editing fundamentals, modern short-form pacing instincts, and the ability to execute quickly while maintaining strong creative judgment. The ideal candidate understands performance-driven editing, can work independently from briefs, and is comfortable iterating rapidly in fast-moving startup and digital-first environments. The role will support a mix of paid social creatives, founder-led content, short-form clips, and digital marketing assets tied to AI, automation, startup, and technology-focused audiences. This is not a traditional long-form or cinematic editing role. Success in this position depends heavily on retention-focused editing, speed, iteration quality, and understanding how modern internet-native content performs across short-form platforms. Key Responsibilities Creative Execution Edit short-form paid social creatives and digital content for Meta, TikTok, LinkedIn, Twitter/X, and similar platforms Execute edits from creative briefs with minimal supervision Produce multiple variations for testing and iteration Support development of new content concepts based on existing footage, trends, and performance patterns Identify strong visual references, viral formats, and editing structures relevant to startup, AI, and digital audiences Performance Alignment Apply direct-response and retention-focused editing principles Optimize hooks, pacing, subtitles, visual flow, and CTAs Adjust edits based on creative feedback and performance insights Maintain editing styles that feel modern, clean, and native to short-form platforms Workflow & Delivery Manage multiple editing projects simultaneously Maintain organized file structures and editing workflows Deliver content quickly within fast-moving production timelines Collaborate directly with founder and creative stakeholders on revisions and iteration Qualifications Required 4+ years of video editing experience Strong understanding of short-form and paid social content Strong understanding of pacing, hooks, retention, and platform-native editing Proficiency in Premiere Pro, CapCut, Final Cut, or similar editing tools Ability to work independently with minimal supervision Experience editing content for digital-first brands, startups, agencies, or online businesses Strong turnaround speed and operational reliability Comfortable working in fast-moving remote environments Preferred Experience in startup, SaaS, AI, or technology-related content environments Experience in agency or performance marketing environments Motion graphics experience Familiarity with performance metrics, creative testing, and iteration workflows Familiarity with AI-assisted editing or content workflows