Position : Video Editor

Work Hours (Client) : atleast 4 hours overlap with PST, 40 hours/week, Monday-Friday

Pay Range : 2,500-3,500USD/month (varies based on skill set and experience level)

Location of Search : South Africa/Latin America

Work Location : REMOTE

Type of Contract : Independent Contractor

Company/Client Overview:

The Company is a premium video production studio based in Portland, Oregon. We produce high-end branded content for clients such as Toyota and Porsche. We are a small, focused team delivering cinematic, story-driven work across multiple simultaneous projects.

Because we run a video production company, there are a number of specialized creative needs that could add significant value to our team. The primary focus is video editing — but it must be high-quality, premium editing. This is not a basic content role. We are looking for refined creative judgment and strong storytelling ability.

Duties and Responsibilities:

This is a hands-on creative role focused on post-production. You will help shape high-end commercial and branded projects from raw footage through final delivery.

We are specifically looking for a “really quality B-tier” editor — someone who may not be a director-level creative lead, but who consistently delivers premium work aligned with major brand standards.

Edit high-end branded and commercial video content
Craft compelling narrative arcs and pacing
Execute polished, brand-caliber final cuts
Collaborate closely with producers and directors
Manage revisions efficiently and professionally
Maintain organized project files and workflows
Contribute creative input that elevates the final product

Minimum Requirements
Language requirement: Excellent English Communication Skills
Education: Bachelor's Degree (ideally)
Experience: 3+ years of related experience

Strong portfolio demonstrating premium branded/commercial work
Excellent storytelling instincts and creative taste
High attention to detail and technical polish
Proficiency in Adobe Premiere, DaVinci Resolve, or similar tools
Ability to operate independently and take ownership
Comfortable working remotely with a small, high-performing team

Ideal Profile

Experience in automotive or premium lifestyle brands
High agency and comfort working with ambiguity
Based in Brazil (Fortaleza, Rio) or South Africa preferred

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