Full-Time Video Editor (After Effects Expert)

Posted 3 weeks ago

Worldwide

Summary

*Full-Time Video Editor & Visual Content Creator (After Effects Focus | Educational Content)* We are a growing startup focused on transforming complex academic and technical ideas into clear, engaging visual content. We’re looking for a full-time video editor with strong Adobe After Effects expertise who can also support visual content creation across social media. This role goes beyond editing — it requires storytelling, visual direction, and the ability to translate complex ideas into compelling visual formats. --- ### *Responsibilities* •⁠ ⁠Create high-quality educational videos using Adobe After Effects and Premiere Pro •⁠ ⁠Translate complex technical and academic material into clear, engaging visual narratives •⁠ ⁠Develop strong storytelling through pacing, visuals, and editing decisions •⁠ ⁠Design supporting visual assets for social media using Photoshop and Illustrator •⁠ ⁠Maintain high standards for imagery, motion design, and overall production quality •⁠ ⁠Contribute to creative direction, with emphasis on clarity, consistency, and visual impact --- ### *Requirements* •⁠ ⁠Bachelor’s degree (required) •⁠ ⁠Strong proficiency in Adobe After Effects and video editing (applications with only basic After Effects knowledge will not be considered) •⁠ ⁠Working proficiency in Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator for creating social media content •⁠ ⁠Experience with educational, explainer, or whiteboard-style videos •⁠ ⁠Ability to read and understand technical papers, reports, or academic material •⁠ ⁠Proven ability to convert complex ideas into compelling video content •⁠ ⁠Strong attention to visual quality, composition, and direction •⁠ ⁠Fluent in English (written and spoken) •⁠ ⁠Access to a powerful computer capable of fast rendering •⁠ ⁠Reliable and available for full-time work --- ### *Bonus Points* •⁠ ⁠Strong academic or educational background •⁠ ⁠Experience working with research-based or technical content •⁠ ⁠Demonstrated ability to simplify dense material into engaging formats •⁠ ⁠Experience managing or designing for social media content pipelines •⁠ ⁠Interest in long-term growth and contributing to a startup’s vision --- ### *Application Requirements* Please include the following with your application: •⁠ ⁠One Premiere Pro edit •⁠ ⁠One After Effects edit (preferably a whiteboard-style or educational video) •⁠ ⁠(Optional but recommended) 1–2 examples of social media graphics or visual posts Applications without relevant After Effects work will not be considered. --- We are looking for someone who wants to grow with a startup, take ownership of their work, and help shape how complex ideas are communicated at scale.

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About the client
Member since Mar 9, 2020
  • United States
    Boston10:25 PM
  • $5.8K total spent
    53 hires, 6 active
  • 1 hour
  • Individual client

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