Sneaker Video Editor

Posted 3 weeks ago

Worldwide

Summary

# Sneaker Video Editor (Short-Form Content for TikTok, Instagram Reels & YouTube Shorts) We're looking for a talented video editor who lives and breathes sneaker culture. If you know the difference between a Jordan 1 High OG and a Jordan 4 SB, understand why sneakerheads care about yellowing and crumbling, and know how to create viral short-form videos, we'd love to work with you. ### About Us CapSole is the world's first sneaker preservation system designed to help collectors protect their sneakers from yellowing, oxidation, crumbling, and aging. We create educational, entertaining, and high-converting content for sneaker enthusiasts. ### What You'll Do * Edit short-form videos for TikTok, Instagram Reels, and YouTube Shorts * Create attention-grabbing hooks within the first 1-3 seconds * Use engaging B-roll, motion graphics, zooms, transitions, sound effects, and visual effects to keep viewers watching * Build videos using proven storytelling frameworks that maximize retention * Match visuals with the dialogue so every edit reinforces the message * Source sneaker-related B-roll when needed * Create multiple variations of videos with different hooks for testing * Keep pacing fast and engaging without feeling overwhelming * Maintain a premium, clean, modern editing style ### Requirements * Strong understanding of sneaker culture (Nike, Jordan, Kobe, SB, Yeezy, etc.) * Experience editing viral short-form content * Excellent storytelling and pacing * Ability to identify the most engaging moments in raw footage * Creative use of transitions, animations, sound design, and visual hooks * Strong understanding of viewer retention and social media algorithms * Ability to edit vertical (9:16) videos optimized for mobile viewing * Reliable communication and ability to meet deadlines ### Bonus Points * Experience editing for sneaker brands or sneaker creators * Familiarity with sneaker terminology, releases, resale culture, and collecting * Experience creating direct-response or e-commerce content * Ability to create thumbnail concepts or social graphics ### Software * Adobe Premiere Pro * After Effects * DaVinci Resolve * CapCut Pro * Other professional editing software is welcome ### To Apply Please include: 1. Links to your best short-form editing work. 2. Any sneaker-related videos you've edited. 3. Your favorite sneaker of all time. 4. Your favorite creator or brand whose editing style inspires you. 5. A brief explanation of how you keep viewers engaged throughout a video. We're looking for someone who can become a long-term creative partner. If you have a passion for sneakers and know how to turn ordinary footage into content that people can't stop watching, we'd love to hear from you.

  • More than 30 hrs/week
    Hourly
  • 6+ months
    Duration
  • Expert
    Experience Level
  • $10.00

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    $15.00

    Hourly
  • Remote Job
  • Ongoing project
    Project Type
Skills and Expertise
Mandatory skills
Video Editing
Video Post-Editing
Activity on this job
  • Proposals:10 to 15
  • Last viewed by client:3 weeks ago
  • Hires:
    2
  • Interviewing:
    6
  • Invites sent:
    8
  • Unanswered invites:
    1
About the client
Member since Jan 6, 2018
  • United States
    Chandler6:48 PM
  • $77K total spent
    139 hires, 27 active
  • 1,325 hours
  • Individual client

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