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We are looking for a skilled Digital Video Editor to create high-quality and engaging video content for digital platforms. The ideal candidate should have a strong understanding of modern editing styles and be able to turn raw footage into polished, professional videos.
Key Responsibilities:
- Edit videos for social media, websites, and marketing campaigns
- Work on both short-form (Reels, Shorts) and long-form content
- Add transitions, effects, captions, and background music
- Ensure videos are visually appealing and aligned with brand style
- Collaborate with content creators and marketing team
- Optimize videos for different platforms
Requirements:
- Proven experience as a Video Editor or Digital Editor
- Proficiency in tools like CapCut, Adobe Premiere Pro, After Effects, or similar
- Strong sense of timing, pacing, and storytelling
- Knowledge of digital content trends and formats
- Basic color correction and audio editing skills
- Attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines
Preferred Skills:
- Motion graphics and animation
- Experience with social media content creation
- Understanding of audience engagement strategies
Pay: $23.47 - $28.27 per hour
Application Question(s):
- Please create and upload a brief, professional introduction video using Canva that highlights your suitability for the role, and share the link via YouTube, Google Drive, or Loom.
Work Location: Remote
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Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Technology & Software
- Staffing & Recruiting
- Consulting & Professional Services
- Retail
- Manufacturing
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in video editor jobs.
- Proficiency in Adobe Premiere Pro and at least one additional NLE such as Avid or DaVinci Resolve
- Professional portfolio or demo reel demonstrating completed video projects across multiple formats
- Experience with Adobe After Effects or equivalent motion graphics software
- Ability to manage multiple concurrent projects and meet tight broadcast or publishing deadlines
- Strong understanding of color correction, audio mixing, and export specifications for various platforms
- Bachelor's degree in film production, digital media, communications, or a related field preferred
Tips for Your Video Editor Job Search
Tailor your reel to each application
Cut a version of your portfolio reel that leads with the style of work the employer actually produces. A studio hiring for branded content does not want to open with your narrative short film. Match the first 30 seconds to their output.
List your NLEs and plugins explicitly
Name every non-linear editing system you know, including Premiere Pro, Avid, DaVinci Resolve, and Final Cut, and call out key plugins like Boris FX or Motion Array. Applicant tracking systems filter on these exact strings before a human reads your resume.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists video editor openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Filter openings by post-production stack
When searching for roles, prioritize listings that name your primary editing software and the delivery format you know best, whether broadcast, streaming, or social. Mismatched technical stacks slow down hiring and shrink your chances of moving past the reel review stage.
Prepare a specific breakdown of your editing process
Interviewers for video editor roles routinely ask how you approach an assembly cut or manage revision rounds with a director. Walk through one real project from rough cut to final export, naming the decisions you made on pacing, audio sync, and color handoff.
Negotiate around deliverables, not just title
When you receive an offer, ask specifically about revision limits per project, turnaround expectations, and whether you retain any usage rights for your reel. These terms affect your day-to-day workload more than a title bump and are negotiable before you sign.
Video Editor Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most video editors?
The companies hiring the most video editors right now include Sinclair Broadcast, Team TTI, and Daily Wire, with the largest share of openings in California, New York, and Florida, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Demand is highest at media companies, advertising agencies, and in-house content teams at large consumer brands.
How many video editor jobs are remote?
About 57% of video editor openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, making it one of the more location-flexible roles in creative production. Social media and digital content editing positions tend to be the most remote-friendly, while broadcast and studio post-production roles more often require on-site presence for access to shared storage and review suites.
How do you become a video editor?
Start by learning an industry-standard NLE such as Adobe Premiere Pro or DaVinci Resolve through coursework or self-directed practice. Build a portfolio by editing personal projects, student films, or volunteer work for nonprofits and local businesses. Then apply for entry-level roles such as assistant editor or post-production coordinator, where you learn professional workflows, file management, and client revision processes before advancing to a full editor credit.
Can you get hired as a video editor with little experience?
Yes, many employers hire candidates with a strong reel even when professional credits are limited. Focus your portfolio on a consistent style or niche, whether that is short-form social content, corporate explainers, or event highlight reels, rather than a broad mix of formats. Internships and assistant editor roles at post-production houses are the most reliable entry points because they expose you to professional project management and client workflows that self-taught editing alone does not cover.
What does the video editor interview process look like?
Most video editor hiring processes begin with a reel review, followed by a phone or video screen with a recruiter or creative director focused on your software background and the types of content you have edited. A second round typically involves a technical conversation or a paid editing test using provided footage, where you demonstrate your cut decisions, pacing judgment, and ability to follow a brief. Final rounds usually involve meeting the broader post-production or creative team and discussing your workflow and availability.
Where can I find and apply to video editor jobs?
You can find and apply to video editor jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States in one place. Search for roles that match your editing specialization, software skills, and preferred work arrangement, then apply directly to each listing that fits.
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