Paid Video Editor Test

Video Editor Needed for Paid Test Project – Food & Lifestyle Content I am looking for a talented video editor to complete a paid test project for my food brand, Epic Cravingz. This test project is designed to evaluate your editing style, creativity, storytelling ability, attention to detail, and whether we would be a good fit for a long-term working relationship. About the Test Project: You will receive raw video footage from a food content shoot. Your task will be to transform the footage into a polished 1-minute vertical short-form video for social media platforms. The final video should be engaging, visually appealing, and have a premium food brand feel. Deliverable: One (1) edited 60-second vertical video Format: 9:16 (Instagram Reels, TikTok, YouTube Shorts) Professional export quality Editing Expectations: Create a strong hook within the first few seconds Select the best clips and create a smooth storyline Improve pacing and flow Add professional cuts and transitions Apply color correction/color grading for a cinematic food look Add captions/text overlays when appropriate Balance audio and music Add sound effects if they enhance the viewing experience Make the food look visually appealing and high-quality Creative Direction: Epic Cravingz focuses on elevated food storytelling. I am looking for an editor who understands how to make food content feel cinematic, exciting, and engaging while keeping the focus on the food experience. The goal is not just to combine clips together, but to create a story that makes viewers want to watch, engage, and crave the dish. Creative Style & Reference: I am looking for an editor who can create content that feels entertaining, creative, and full of personality — not just a simple montage of food clips. A major reference for the style I enjoy is Twaydabae, on Instagram. I like how her content combines: Creative storytelling Humor and personality Engaging pacing Fun editing choices Strong visual appeal A balance between entertainment and showcasing the food The goal is to create videos that make people stop scrolling, enjoy the experience, and connect with the brand. I want the editing to feel energetic and memorable while still maintaining a premium food aesthetic. The video should have character and feel like a story, not just a collection of clips. Preferred Qualifications: Experience editing food, restaurant, recipe, hospitality, or lifestyle content Experience creating short-form videos for social media Strong understanding of current Reels/TikTok/YouTube Shorts editing styles Experience with Adobe Premiere Pro, DaVinci Resolve, Final Cut Pro, or similar editing software Strong attention to detail and creativity Paid Test Details: This is a paid test project of $20 You will receive raw footage to edit into one 60-second video The purpose is to evaluate your editing ability and creative approach If we are a great fit, I am looking for a long-term video editor to collaborate with on future Epic Cravingz content. Please include with your application: 1. Your portfolio or examples of previous work 2. Examples of food, restaurant, lifestyle, or similar content you have edited (if available) 3. What editing software you use 4.Your availability for future projects 5. A brief explanation of your editing style DO NOT DM US ON INSTAGRAM YOU WILL NOT BE SELECTED.