Video Editor Jobs for OPT Students
Video Editor jobs on OPT are widely available at production companies, digital agencies, and in-house creative teams. Your F-1 OPT authorizes full-time work, and STEM OPT extension is available if your degree is in a qualifying field like film production, digital media, or computer science.
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Get Access To All JobsCompany Overview: Crazy Maple Studio is a fast-growing company based in the Bay Area and Los Angeles, focusing on mobile gaming, reading, and streaming. We are proud to have a global team that drives our innovation and success across diverse markets. Our flagship platform, ReelShort, is the #1 vertical streaming app in the U.S., with over 5 million DAU, delivering bite-sized episodic content that keeps viewers hooked. Other standout products include Chapters, where users shape immersive stories across drama, fantasy, and romance, and My Fiction, a platform for consuming and creating serialized romance. We're proud to be recognized as one of the Global Most Loved Workplaces 2025, reflecting our commitment to innovation, creativity, and an employee-first culture.
Position Overview: We are seeking a skilled Video Editor to join our post-production team. The successful candidate will be responsible for editing complex narratives and ensuring a seamless visual experience that aligns with the show runner's vision. This role demands a high level of technical proficiency, creative instinct, and the ability to work under tight deadlines.
Responsibilities:
- Collaborate with directors and producers to understand the storyline and execute the desired narrative structure
- Edit episodes from initial assembly through to final cut, incorporating feedback to refine the product
- Manage timelines and workflows to ensure episodes are delivered on schedule
- Perform detailed quality control checks to ensure all episodes meet the technical specifications and creative standards
- Keep up-to-date with the latest editing technology and techniques to enhance efficiency and quality of output
Requirements
- Bachelor's or higher degree in Film Production or related field
- Proven experience as a Video Editor, with specific experience in episodic narrative or similar formats
- Expertise in editing software such as Adobe Premiere Pro, Davinci Resolve, or Avid Media Composer
- Strong understanding of narrative pacing, visual aesthetics, and audio synchronization
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with a creative team
- Excellent organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple episodes simultaneously
- Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet tight deadlines
- A keen eye for detail and a passion for storytelling
Eligibility Requirements:
- Interested candidates must submit a resume and work samples to be considered
- Must be willing to work in Culver City, CA for 5 days a week
- Must have work authorization in the United States
Benefits
Compensation: This contractor position offers a monthly rate ranging from $4,000 to $5,000
Crazy Maple Studio, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
Company Overview: Crazy Maple Studio is a fast-growing company based in the Bay Area and Los Angeles, focusing on mobile gaming, reading, and streaming. We are proud to have a global team that drives our innovation and success across diverse markets. Our flagship platform, ReelShort, is the #1 vertical streaming app in the U.S., with over 5 million DAU, delivering bite-sized episodic content that keeps viewers hooked. Other standout products include Chapters, where users shape immersive stories across drama, fantasy, and romance, and My Fiction, a platform for consuming and creating serialized romance. We're proud to be recognized as one of the Global Most Loved Workplaces 2025, reflecting our commitment to innovation, creativity, and an employee-first culture.
Position Overview: We are seeking a skilled Video Editor to join our post-production team. The successful candidate will be responsible for editing complex narratives and ensuring a seamless visual experience that aligns with the show runner's vision. This role demands a high level of technical proficiency, creative instinct, and the ability to work under tight deadlines.
Responsibilities:
- Collaborate with directors and producers to understand the storyline and execute the desired narrative structure
- Edit episodes from initial assembly through to final cut, incorporating feedback to refine the product
- Manage timelines and workflows to ensure episodes are delivered on schedule
- Perform detailed quality control checks to ensure all episodes meet the technical specifications and creative standards
- Keep up-to-date with the latest editing technology and techniques to enhance efficiency and quality of output
Requirements
- Bachelor's or higher degree in Film Production or related field
- Proven experience as a Video Editor, with specific experience in episodic narrative or similar formats
- Expertise in editing software such as Adobe Premiere Pro, Davinci Resolve, or Avid Media Composer
- Strong understanding of narrative pacing, visual aesthetics, and audio synchronization
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with a creative team
- Excellent organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple episodes simultaneously
- Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet tight deadlines
- A keen eye for detail and a passion for storytelling
Eligibility Requirements:
- Interested candidates must submit a resume and work samples to be considered
- Must be willing to work in Culver City, CA for 5 days a week
- Must have work authorization in the United States
Benefits
Compensation: This contractor position offers a monthly rate ranging from $4,000 to $5,000
Crazy Maple Studio, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
How to Get Visa Sponsorship as a Video Editor
Target companies with established creative teams
Production studios, streaming platforms, and marketing agencies hire video editors regularly and are more likely to have HR processes in place for sponsoring OPT workers. Smaller freelance shops rarely have the infrastructure to sponsor visas.
Build a portfolio that shows technical range
Employers evaluating OPT candidates want proof you can deliver immediately. Include work across formats like short-form social content, long-form documentary, and motion graphics. A strong reel reduces perceived hiring risk for sponsors.
Highlight STEM-eligible degrees early in applications
If your degree is in digital media, computer science, or a related STEM field, mention your STEM OPT eligibility upfront. This gives employers up to three years of work authorization, which makes sponsorship planning significantly more manageable.
Emphasize software proficiency clearly
List your exact tools: Premiere Pro, After Effects, DaVinci Resolve, Final Cut Pro. Employers often screen by software stack before interviewing. Matching their listed requirements precisely increases your callback rate from OPT-friendly postings.
Look for roles at companies that have sponsored before
Companies that have previously filed H-1B petitions for creative roles are far more likely to do it again. Use Migrate Mate to find video editor positions at employers with a documented history of visa sponsorship for international workers.
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Can I work as a Video Editor on F-1 OPT?
Yes. F-1 OPT authorizes full-time employment in roles directly related to your field of study. Video editing qualifies under degrees in film production, digital media, communications, and related fields. If your employer and job title align with your degree, you can begin working as soon as your EAD card is active and your start date is reached.
Does a Video Editor role qualify for STEM OPT extension?
It depends on your degree, not the job title. If you graduated from a STEM-designated program such as digital media technology, computer science, or information technology, you may qualify for the 24-month STEM OPT extension. Degrees in film studies or communications without a STEM CIP code typically do not qualify. Confirm your program's CIP code with your DSO.
How do I find Video Editor jobs that offer OPT sponsorship?
Search Migrate Mate, which is built specifically for F-1 OPT students and filters for employers open to sponsoring international workers. General job boards don't filter by sponsorship willingness, so you end up applying to roles where the employer has no intention of sponsoring. Migrate Mate saves that wasted effort by surfacing relevant opportunities directly.
What visa can a Video Editor transition to after OPT ends?
The H-1B is the most common path. Video editors working in specialty occupation roles, where a bachelor's degree in a specific field is a standard requirement, typically qualify. Your employer files the H-1B petition on your behalf before your OPT expires. The O-1A is an alternative for editors with significant industry recognition, festival credits, or awards.
Do I need to report a Video Editor job to my DSO while on OPT?
Yes. SEVP requires you to report your employer name, address, and job start date to your DSO within 10 days of starting work. Failing to report can jeopardize your F-1 status. If you change employers or take on a second video editing role, each new position must be reported separately through your school's international student office.
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