Short Form Video Editor

**Video Editor**
The Video Editor is responsible for editing short and long-form videos tailored for various social media platforms, keeping project management tools up-to-date, and staying on top of social media trends. The Video Editor will be a critical part of the creative team, ensuring high-quality, engaging, and timely video content.
Reports directly to: Creative Director
### **ROLES, RESPONSIBILITIES, EXPECTATIONS**
### 1. Editing Short-Form Videos for Social Media
Responsibilities:
– Edit and finalize short-form video content for social media channels such as Instagram Reels, TikTok, and Facebook.
– Work closely with the Creative Director and Content Team to ensure the videos align with the brand voice and style.
SMART Expectations:
– Specific: Edit videos in line with
creative direction, incorporating feedback efficiently.
– Measurable: Complete each edit within a 2-hour timeframe.
– Attainable: Have access to the necessary software and tools for video editing.
– Realistic: Be capable of handling multiple edits per week based on workflow.
– Timely: Deliver each edit on or before the agreed-upon deadline.
### 2. Keeping Project Management Up-to-date
Responsibilities:
– Regularly update project management tools with the status of ongoing projects.
– Communicate effectively with the Creative Director and team regarding project timelines and deliverables.
SMART Expectations:
– Specific: Use project management software to track and update the status of each assignment.
– Measurable: Update the project status immediately upon completion of milestones or any changes.
– Attainable: Coordinate with team members to ensure everyone is aligned.
– Realistic: Make real-time updates achievable within the current workflow.
– Timely: Project statuses should be updated at least once a day.
### 3. Keeping Up with Social Media Trends
Responsibilities:
– Continuously research and keep up-to-date on the latest social media video trends.
– Implement trend insights into video edits to increase engagement and reach.
SMART Expectations:
– Specific: Identify new trends relevant to our industry and target audience.
– Measurable: Monitor performance metrics to see the impact of implemented trends.
– Attainable: Allocate time each week for trend research.
– Realistic: Actively seek out trends but balance it with existing project responsibilities.
– Timely: Report trends to the Creative Director and team on a weekly basis.
### INTERNAL MEETING CADENCE
– 2x week editor training
– Monthly team meetings
By adhering to these responsibilities and expectations, the Video Editor will significantly contribute to the effectiveness and quality of our content, thus serving our brand’s mission and goals effectively.