Video Editor
Bhubaneswar, IndiaRemoteFull-timeEntry · 1-4 years
About this role
ABOUT US: -
- GrowthSchool partners with the top 1% of instructors to create high-impact, cohort-based courses on personal and professional growth for learners worldwide.
- We leverage AI-driven learning to deliver personalized, scalable education experiences that empower individuals to grow and succeed.
- Backed by Sequoia Capital, Owl Ventures & 80+ angels including the likes of Kunal Shah, Ritesh Agarwal, Nikhil Kamath, and Tanmay Bhat to name a few.
- Mentors come from brands like Amazon, Swiggy, Google, Apple, Meta, Microsoft, Hotstar, Freshworks, and many more.
About the Role:
We are looking for a highly skilled and creative video editor to handle AI-driven, high-quality Instagram Reels, YT Shorts and other short-form social media videos. The ideal candidate will have proven experience editing content that stands out with thumb stopping hooks, top-tier visuals, seamless storytelling, and compelling pacing. If you're passionate about cutting-edge AI tools, high-energy editing, and social-first content, we want to hear from you.
Location: Bhubaneswar.
Key Responsibilities
- Video Editing: Edit raw footage into highly engaging, AI-enhanced short-form content optimized for Instagram Reels, TikTok, and other social media platforms.
- Thumb-Stopping Hooks & Retention: Focus on crafting eye-catching hooks in the first few seconds to maximize viewer retention throughout the video. Ensure pacing and structure keep viewers engaged from start to finish.
- Storytelling: Maintain a deep focus on creating quick, compelling narratives that engage viewers instantly, making each video both captivating and shareable.
- AI Integration: Leverage tools like MidJourney, Veo3, RunwayML, 11Labs, Heygen, and other cutting-edge AI platforms to enhance visuals, integrate dynamic elements (e.g., text-to-image, image-to-video), and experiment with new content formats.
- Trends and Optimization: Stay updated with short-form video trends, platform-specific algorithms, and audience behaviors to optimize content for peak performance.
- Collaboration: Work closely with creative leads, content managers, and team members to ensure alignment with branding and content strategy.
- Fast Turnaround: Manage multiple video projects with quick turnarounds while maintaining high quality, accuracy, and attention to detail.
Skills and Competencies
- 1-4 years proven experience editing short-form content for top creators, with a portfolio of Instagram Reels.
- Experience with AI-native video tools like MidJourney (text-to-image), Veo3 (AI video editing), RunwayML (AI-driven motion graphics and video edits), 11Labs (AI-powered voice synthesis), Heygen (AI avatars), and similar platforms.
- Strong knowledge of short-form video workflows, including fast-paced editing, transitions, effects, and sound design to keep viewers engaged.
- Expertise in creating visually engaging content while adhering to social media platform guidelines (e.g., optimal video resolution, aspect ratios, and file sizes).
- Excellent storytelling skills and an eye for what works on social media platforms.
- Ability to edit videos with limited guidance, taking creative direction and running with it.
- Strong communication skills and the ability to work well in a remote, fast-paced team environment.
Perks of working with GrowthSchool:
- Competitive salary and time-to-time surprises for additional efforts.
- Access to India's best AI minds, courses, tools, and workflows to innovate and grow with cutting-edge technology.
- Health Insurance
- Access to work from the GrowthSchool HQ with the founder’s office team.
- Fun working environment.