Video Editor (Social Media)

Our client is an award-winning Australian wellness brand dedicated to making gut health simple, empowering, and stigma-free. They create educational and uplifting content designed to help their community feel confident and inspired to take control of their wellbeing. They are now seeking to hire a Video Editor to transform their extensive raw video library into engaging, high-retention content. This role is pivotal in driving their mission through scroll-stopping storytelling across Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube. Job Responsibilities: Video Editing & Production Edit high-impact short-form and long-form videos for Instagram Reels, Stories, Facebook, and YouTube Repurpose existing long-form educational clips and product demos into fresh, platform-optimised content Review and cut raw footage, testimonials, and product videos from a comprehensive brand archive Create polished, high-retention edits that simplify complex health topics for a broad audience Develop product-focused video assets for the website, paid advertisements, and marketing campaigns Ensure all video outputs are compliant with brand guidelines and visual identity standards Creative Strategy & Brand Alignment Maintain a warm, educational, and "cheeky-but-professional" brand voice in every edit Take creative initiative to ideate and produce content independently once onboarded Apply fast-paced, modern editing techniques to maintain high viewer retention Collaborate with the Brand Manager to understand evolving content strategies and visual trends Manage the delivery of consistent weekly output to meet marketing schedule requirements Workflow & Communication Maintain organised project files and follow internal naming conventions Provide regular updates on project status and turnaround times Participate in creative discussions and feedback calls to refine the brand’s visual style Manage large file transfers, including downloading high-resolution raw footage and uploading final exports Proactively suggest ways to improve video performance through editing and pacing Strong portfolio demonstrating expertise in short-form social media video editing Proven ability to create fast-paced, high-retention content for platforms like Instagram and YouTube Experience working with brand-driven content while maintaining a consistent visual identity High level of autonomy and the ability to meet deadlines with minimal supervision Confident verbal and written English communication skills for internal collaboration High-performance hardware capable of handling heavy video projects (i7 processor and 16GB+ RAM) High-speed, stable internet connection for large file transfers (50 Mbps download / 20 Mbps upload) Open to work part time with possibility of going full time Nice-to-Have Skills Passion for the wellness and gut health industry Experience with advanced motion graphics or colour grading Familiarity with YouTube-specific growth strategies and thumbnail-integrated editing ​Permanent work-from-home set-up Dayshift (Australian business hours) Full-time job HMO Annual leave 13th-month pay With Government Mandated Benefits