Video Editor

Industry: Media Production / Creative Services

Work Arrangement: Fully Remote

Job Type: Independent Contractor, Full-time

Work Schedule: Monday to Friday — 40 hours per week (California - PST)

Locations:

• LATAM (Mexico, Colombia, Argentina, Brazil)
• Other remote regions with strong creative production backgrounds

About Pearl Talent:

Pearl works with the top 1% of candidates from around the world and connects them with the best startups in the US and EU. Our clients have raised over $5B in aggregate and are backed by companies like OpenAI, a16z, and Founders Fund. They're looking for the sharpest, hungriest candidates who they can consistently promote and work with over many years. Candidates we've hired have been flown out to the US and EU to work with their clients, and even promoted to roles that match folks onshore in the US.

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Why Work with Us?

At Pearl, we're not just another recruiting firm—we connect you with exceptional opportunities to work alongside visionary US and EU founders. Our focus is on placing you in roles where you can grow, be challenged, and build long-term, meaningful careers.

About the Company:

Our client is a creative production company in the media and entertainment industry, known for producing high-quality branded content and visual storytelling. They collaborate with global brands, agencies, and creators to deliver visually striking and emotionally engaging media campaigns.

The company values precision, storytelling depth, and collaboration — crafting work that resonates with audiences while meeting tight production timelines.

Role Overview:

We're looking for a Video Editor who can transform raw footage into polished, visually compelling, and emotionally engaging videos. You'll collaborate with producers, project managers, and creative directors to produce high-impact visual content that tells powerful stories and meets brand objectives.

This role is ideal for an experienced video editor who thrives in fast-paced creative environments and can balance artistry with technical expertise. You'll take ownership of the editing process — from raw footage to final export — ensuring every frame supports the intended narrative.

Your Impact:

• You'll bring stories to life — turning raw footage into emotionally resonant, cinematic content.
• Your creative and technical skill will shape the visual voice of global brands and media campaigns.
• You'll help elevate production quality and storytelling impact, ensuring every project delivers both artistic and commercial success.
• You'll set the standard for visual consistency and narrative excellence across multiple projects.

Core Responsibilities:

Video Editing & Storytelling – 40%

• Edit raw video footage into cohesive, engaging narratives aligned with project goals.
• Select the best takes, sequences, and pacing to maintain narrative flow.
• Shape interviews, b-roll, and visuals into emotionally resonant stories.

Post-Production & Visual Enhancement – 30%

• Apply color correction, transitions, sound design, and motion graphics.
• Execute animations, titles, and effects that enhance storytelling.
• Integrate music, SFX, and VO elements for cinematic polish.

File Management & Quality Control – 15%

• Manage file organization, version control, and final delivery assets.
• Maintain structured project files for accessibility and efficiency.
• Conduct detailed quality checks for both visual and audio precision.

Creative Collaboration & Communication – 10%

• Work closely with producers and creative leads to align creative direction.
• Interpret creative briefs and translate them into actionable editing plans.
• Communicate effectively with remote teams and clients on revisions and updates.

Continuous Learning & Innovation – 5%

• Stay updated on industry trends, editing tools, and motion graphics techniques.
• Experiment with new formats, effects, and storytelling methods.

Requirements:

Must-Have (Required):

• 5+ years of experience as a Video Editor in a creative, production, or agency environment.
• Advanced proficiency in Adobe Premiere Pro, After Effects, DaVinci Resolve, OR Final Cut Pro.
• Strong creative instincts for pacing, emotion, and narrative structure.
• Proven ability to craft stories from long-form or interview-based footage.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Strong communication and collaboration across remote creative teams.
• Reliable hardware setup capable of handling 4K and large-scale projects.

Nice-to-Have (Preferred):

• Experience with motion graphics or animation tools (e.g., Blender, Figma, Canva).
• Familiarity with short-form and digital storytelling for social media or branded content.
• Prior experience collaborating directly with clients in creative production workflows.

Tools Proficiency:

Required:

• Editing: Adobe Premiere Pro, DaVinci Resolve, Final Cut Pro
• Motion Graphics: After Effects, Blender (preferred)
• Design: Canva, Figma (basic asset manipulation)
• File Management: Google Drive, Dropbox, or

Preferred:

• Collaboration: Slack, Trello, Notion, Asana
• Audio: Adobe Audition or Logic Pro (for basic sound design)

Benefits:

• Competitive Salary: Based on experience and portfolio quality
• Remote Work: Fully remote—work from anywhere
• Performance-Based Bonus: Based on creative quality and timely project delivery
• Creative Growth: Long-term opportunity to lead major campaigns or projects
• Generous PTO: In accordance with company policy
• Health Coverage for Philippines-based talents: HMO coverage after 3 months for full-time employees
• Direct Mentorship: Guidance from international industry experts
• Learning & Development: Ongoing access to resources for professional growth

Our Recruitment Process:

• Application
• Screening
• Top-Grading Interview
• Skills Assessment (1 internal, 2 from the client)
• Client Interview
• Job Offer
• Client Onboarding

Ready to Join Us?:

If you're a passionate storyteller with a sharp eye for detail and a love for crafting visual experiences that connect, we'd love to see your work. Apply now and take your editing career to the next level — creating content that inspires, informs, and captivates.