Assistant Video Editor Jobs
Assistant Video Editor jobs are open across film production, advertising, digital media, and broadcasting, covering specializations in motion graphics, color correction, and narrative editing, from entry-level to mid-career roles. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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Job Overview
Create engaging video and social media content in English and Spanish. You’ll shape ideas into polished, platform-ready stories, contributing across filming, editing, photography, and graphic design. This role calls for strong creative judgment and hands-on technical proficiency with media editing tools.
Duties
- Edit full-length video podcast episodes, including multicamera footage, audio synchronization, color correction, and sound enhancement.
- Identify compelling moments from interviews and transform them into engaging Instagram Reels, TikTok videos, and YouTube Shorts.
- Create attention-grabbing hooks, captions, subtitles, transitions, and visual effects.
- Edit and adapt video content in both English and Spanish.
- Create accurate English and Spanish subtitles, captions, and promotional materials.
- Design thumbnails, social media graphics, and other promotional content.
- Adapt content to different social media platforms and formats.
- Collaborate with the production team on creative ideas, storytelling, and content strategy.
- Organize digital media files and maintain an efficient production workflow.
- Assist with content scheduling and publishing when needed.
Requirements
- Fluency in both English and Spanish (spoken and written) is mandatory.
- Proven video editing skills and a portfolio demonstrating previous work.
- Experience using Adobe Premiere Pro, DaVinci Resolve, Final Cut Pro, or similar professional editing software.
- Familiarity with CapCut, Canva, Photoshop, or other creative tools.
- Strong understanding of Instagram Reels, TikTok, YouTube Shorts, and short-form video trends.
- Ability to identify engaging moments and create effective hooks.
- Excellent attention to detail, creativity, and organizational skills.
- Ability to work independently, meet deadlines, and collaborate with a small team.
- Availability to work on-site in Coral Springs, Florida, approximately 20 hours per week.
What We Offer
- Competitive hourly compensation of $20–$25 based on experience.
- Flexible part-time scheduling.
- A collaborative and creative working environment.
- Opportunities for professional growth and creative development.
- Hands-on involvement in building a new digital media project from the ground up.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit:
- A resume or brief professional introduction.
- A portfolio or links to previously edited videos (No mandatory).
- A list of video editing software they are proficient in.
- Confirmation of English and Spanish proficiency.
- Availability to work on-site in Coral Springs, Florida.
Please email CV to: roberto@everRealty.com
Thank you!
Pay: $20.00 - $25.00 per hour
Expected hours: 20.0 per week
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
Work Location: In person
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Top Industries Hiring
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- Retail
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in assistant video editor jobs.
- Proficiency in Adobe Premiere Pro and After Effects
- Experience with media ingest, logging, and proxy workflow management
- Familiarity with color correction tools such as DaVinci Resolve
- One to three years of experience in a production or post-production environment
- Strong file organization skills and knowledge of editing project structure conventions
- Associate or bachelor's degree in film production, media arts, or a related field
Tips for Your Assistant Video Editor Job Search
Tailor your reel to each opening
Cut a version of your demo reel that leads with work matching the employer's output, whether that's commercial spots, long-form documentary, or social video. Hiring editors watch the first 30 seconds and stop if the style doesn't match.
List every NLE and plugin you know
Job listings for assistant video editors often filter by software, so name every tool you've used: Premiere Pro, Avid Media Composer, DaVinci Resolve, After Effects, and any third-party plugins like Boris FX or Red Giant. Generic 'proficient in editing software' gets skipped.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists assistant video editor openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Highlight your media management experience
Many assistant editor job descriptions prioritize ingesting, organizing, and syncing footage over creative cutting. If you've built folder structures, managed proxies, or handled multi-cam sync, call that out explicitly in your resume's experience bullets.
Prepare a technical skills test response
Expect a timed editing exercise in the final interview round, often a rough cut from raw footage with a brief. Practice cold-cutting unfamiliar footage under a 60-minute window so your workflow doesn't stall when the material is new.
Negotiate start date around project cycles
Production houses and agencies hire assistants at the start of a project cycle, not on a fixed schedule. If an offer comes in with a delayed start, ask whether the team is ramping up for a specific project so you can plan accordingly.
Assistant Video Editor Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most assistant video editors?
The most active employers for assistant video editors right now are Daily Wire, Team TTI, and Techtronic Industries Co., and the most openings are in California, New York, and Florida, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Demand is particularly strong at production companies, advertising agencies, and media networks with ongoing content output.
How many assistant video editor jobs are remote?
About 61% of assistant video editor openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, with remote work most common in roles focused on social media content, motion graphics, and digital advertising rather than broadcast or studio post-production, which typically requires on-site access to shared storage and hardware.
How do you become an assistant video editor?
Start by learning the core non-linear editing platforms, particularly Premiere Pro and Avid Media Composer, through coursework or self-directed practice on personal projects. Build a demo reel from real or spec work, then pursue entry-level production assistant or media coordinator roles where you can shadow editors and handle footage management. Consistent work on actual productions, even unpaid short films or volunteer projects, builds the hands-on context that employers want.
Can you get hired as an assistant video editor with little experience?
Yes, employers in digital content, social media, and independent production regularly hire assistant editors with limited professional experience if your reel demonstrates clean cuts, good pacing, and software fluency. Focus on building a portfolio from personal projects, student films, or freelance work, and emphasize your media management and organizational skills since those tasks make up a large share of the assistant editor role in professional settings.
What does the assistant video editor interview process look like?
The process typically starts with a resume and reel review, followed by a phone or video screen with a hiring manager or senior editor. A second round often involves a practical editing test where you cut a short sequence from provided footage within a set time. Final interviews may include a walkthrough of your test cut and questions about your workflow, software preferences, and how you handle feedback from directors or producers.
Where can I find and apply to assistant video editor jobs?
You can find and apply to assistant video editor jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search the listings to find roles that match your skills and location preferences, then apply directly to each one that fits. The listings are updated regularly so checking back frequently gives you access to newly posted opportunities.
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