Video Editor

Pavago Open · verified Sep 24, 2026

Remote US Mid-level Video Production

At a glance

Mid-level Video Production role at Pavago. Remote, United States.

Pay not stated Video Editor salary

RoleVideo Production

SeniorityMid-level

LocationUS

WorkplaceRemote

PostedMay 28, 2026 · 3mo ago

Role brief

Growth Roles summary, based on the employer's posting.

What you'll do

Turn raw footage into short-form, long-form, training, and marketing videos
Shape pacing, hooks, cuts, graphics, audio, and color to support viewer retention
Create platform-ready versions for YouTube, TikTok, Instagram, and LinkedIn
Work with marketing teams and creative directors through feedback and revisions
Track performance signals and refine edits based on watch time, engagement, and CTR

What you bring

At least two years of professional video editing experience
Strong command of Adobe Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro, or DaVinci Resolve
Hands-on ability with audio cleanup, syncing, color correction, and social exports
A consistent record of meeting deadlines and keeping project files organized

Who this fits

You’ll fit this role if you can combine fast social editing with polished corporate video and use storytelling to improve performance. You’ll work full-time from the United States during U.S. business hours, with flexibility for deadlines and launches. The role is remote and includes a practical task editing a short video.

From the employer

Video Editor (Social Media + Marketing Content) – Remote

Position Type: Full-Time, Remote
Working Hours: U.S. Business Hours (flexible for deadlines & launches)

About the Role

We’re hiring a Video Editor to create high-performing, engaging video content across social media, marketing, and training.

This is not just editing — this is storytelling + performance.

You’ll take raw footage and turn it into:

Scroll-stopping short-form videos
Clean, professional long-form content
Conversion-driven marketing assets

If you understand pacing, hooks, and retention, you’ll do well here.

What You’ll Own

Editing & Storytelling (Core Focus)

Edit videos using:

Adobe Premiere Pro
Final Cut Pro
DaVinci Resolve

Turn raw footage into:

Short-form (Reels, TikTok, Shorts)
Long-form (YouTube, training, explainers)

Optimize pacing, cuts, and structure for engagement + retention

Graphics, Motion & Visual Enhancements

Add:

Titles
Lower thirds
Motion graphics

Use tools like:

Adobe After Effects
Canva

Maintain strong brand consistency across videos

Audio & Color Quality

Clean and balance audio:

Dialogue clarity
Noise reduction
Leveling

Add music + SFX (licensed properly)
Perform color correction & grading for a consistent look

Multi-Platform Optimization

Export for:

YouTube
TikTok
Instagram
LinkedIn

Handle:

Different aspect ratios (9:16, 1:1, 16:9)
Compression, codecs, file size optimization

Collaboration & Feedback

Work with:

Marketing teams
Creative directors

Manage feedback using:

Frame.io

Iterate quickly (goal: ≤ 2 revision rounds)

Performance-Driven Editing

Monitor:

Watch time
Engagement
CTR

Improve edits based on what actually performs

What Makes You a Strong Fit

You understand hooks, retention, and storytelling
You can edit both:

Fast-paced social content
Clean corporate videos

You don’t just edit — you improve performance
You’re fast, organized, and reliable

Required Experience & Skills

2+ years of professional video editing experience
Strong proficiency in:

Adobe Premiere Pro / Final Cut Pro / DaVinci Resolve

Experience with:

Audio syncing & cleanup
Color correction
Social media exports

Ability to meet deadlines consistently

Nice to Have (High-Quality Candidates)

Motion graphics using After Effects
Experience editing:

Paid ads
Brand storytelling content

Understanding of:

Engagement metrics
Content performance

Background in:

SaaS
Agencies
E-commerce

What a Typical Day Looks Like

Organize and prep raw footage
Edit videos with strong pacing and storytelling
Add graphics, music, and polish
Export multiple platform versions
Collaborate on feedback and revisions
Track and archive projects properly

In short: you turn raw footage into content people actually watch.

Key Metrics (KPIs)

100% on-time delivery
≤ 2 revision cycles per video
Improved engagement (watch time, retention, CTR)
Consistent brand quality
Clean and organized project files

Interview Process

Initial Phone Screen
Recruiter Interview
Practical Task (Edit a 60-second video)
Client Interview
Offer & Onboarding

Why This Role Stands Out

Work on content that actually performs
Ownership over editing output
Exposure to marketing + growth teams
Opportunity to grow into:

Senior Video Editor
Content Lead
Creative Strategist

Apply Now

If you:

Know how to hook attention in the first 3 seconds
Care about pacing, not just cuts
Can turn average footage into great content

This role is a strong fit.