Video Editor and Graphic Designer for Social Media Content

I’m looking for a talented video editor with a strong graphic design background to support a growing social media content business. This is an ongoing, part-time opportunity for someone who understands how to turn raw footage into polished, intentional, visually appealing short-form content for Instagram and TikTok. This is not an auto-editing position. I am not looking for someone who simply uploads footage into an AI platform and accepts the suggested edit. I need an editor who makes thoughtful, frame-by-frame decisions and understands storytelling, pacing, aesthetics, and how to present the subject in the most flattering way. Responsibilities Video editing: • Edit short-form social media videos using raw footage • Select the strongest and most flattering moments from each recording • Weave talking-head footage and B-roll together into a clear, engaging story • Perform basic color correction and color grading • Clean up and optimize audio • Add captions, text, graphics, and transitions when appropriate • Create short looping videos with text overlays • Choose fonts and graphic elements that fit the existing brand identity • Proofread all on-screen text and double-check spelling and grammar • Format content correctly for Instagram Reels, TikTok, and other vertical platforms Graphic design: • Design Instagram Reel cover images • Occasionally design Instagram carousel posts • Match the visual style of each brand’s existing Instagram feed • Work within established fonts, colors, layouts, and brand guidelines • Maintain a polished and consistent look across all content Typical workload The current workload is approximately: • 15 to 20 short-form videos per week • 15 to 20 corresponding Reel cover images per week • Occasional Instagram carousel designs Most videos are under 90 seconds, and many are significantly shorter. The role is currently part-time, but both my business and my clients’ businesses are growing. There is an opportunity for the workload and scope of the position to increase over time. The ideal candidate You may be a strong fit if you: • Have experience editing Instagram Reels, TikTok videos, and other short-form content • Have a graphic design background or a strong portfolio of social media designs • Understand storytelling, pacing, hooks, retention, and audience engagement • Have an excellent eye for aesthetics, composition, typography, and visual consistency • Know how to choose footage that is flattering to the person on camera • Understand current Instagram and TikTok trends • Can follow an established brand style rather than applying the same editing template to every client • Are detail-oriented and carefully proofread your work • Communicate clearly and reliably • Can consistently provide quick turnaround times • Are comfortable receiving feedback and making revisions • Can manage a steady weekly volume of content How to apply Please include the following in your application: A short introduction explaining your experience with short-form video editing and graphic design A portfolio showing both video editing and social media graphic design work Examples of Instagram Reels, TikTok videos, Reel covers, or carousel designs you have created Your typical turnaround time The editing and design software you use Your estimated pricing based on the workload described above Whether you charge per video, per package, hourly, or through a monthly retainer Your current weekly availability Please start your application with the words “intentional editing” so I know you have read the full description. I’m looking for someone who wants to understand the brands, contribute creatively, and become a reliable long-term part of the content production process.