Video Editor Needed in Lahore — Part-Time / Full-Time

Posted 2 days ago

Worldwide

Summary

We are looking for a creative and trend-focused Video Editor based in Lahore, Pakistan, for a part-time or full-time position. We do not need someone who only cuts footage. We are looking for an editor who actively follows social media trends and understands what makes content engaging. You should know: Which sounds are currently trending Which transitions and editing styles are performing well Which fonts, captions, and motion graphics feel current How to create strong hooks and maintain viewer retention How to adapt trends without losing a brand’s identity You will edit reels, TikToks, paid advertisements, and brand videos for clients across different industries and international markets. You will work closely with our Creative Director and production team. What You’ll Do Edit short-form content, including Instagram Reels, TikToks, YouTube Shorts, and paid ad creatives Edit longer brand videos and commercial content to a polished international standard Apply trending sounds, transitions, captions, typography, and editing formats Adapt editing styles according to each client’s brand identity Add motion graphics, kinetic typography, subtitles, and clean sound design Improve pacing, hooks, storytelling, and audience retention Work with both client-provided and in-house footage Edit content for FMCG, retail, aesthetics, corporate, and other industries Collaborate with the production team during shoot days to understand how footage should be captured and edited Follow trends across TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube Proactively suggest new editing ideas and creative concepts Manage multiple client projects and deliver work within deadlines Make revisions based on feedback from the Creative Director and team What We’re Looking For 1–4 years of hands-on video-editing experience Previous agency or content-creator experience is preferred Strong command of Adobe Premiere Pro and Adobe After Effects CapCut experience for fast-turnaround social media edits is a plus A strong portfolio or showreel featuring both trendy social content and clean commercial work Strong understanding of pacing, hooks, retention editing, and sound selection Knowledge of platform-specific video formats, including 9:16 videos, safe zones, caption placement, and native platform trends Good eye for typography, colour grading, visual composition, and motion design Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines Strong communication skills and willingness to collaborate with a creative team Must be based in Lahore, Pakistan Must be available for part-time or full-time work Must be able to work with our team at our Gulberg, Lahore office when required A degree or diploma in film, media, animation, or a related field is preferred, but a strong portfolio is more important than formal qualifications.

  • $300.00

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Color Grading
360-Degree Video Editing
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About the client
Member since Jul 9, 2026
  • Pakistan
    Lahore11:08 PM

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