Contrarian Thinking · 1 month ago
Short Form Editor
United States
Full-time
Remote
New Grad, Entry Level
$1,000/mo - $1,700/moContrarian Thinking is an investment and advisory company that focuses on helping business owners buy, scale, and sell their businesses. They are seeking a skilled video editor who can create impactful short-form video content, utilizing strong storytelling techniques and technical proficiency to engage their target audience.
Management Consulting
Responsibilities
Edit and condense 3-5 minutes of raw footage into a compelling 60-second short-form video for social media platforms
Utilize strong storytelling techniques to create engaging storylines, applying music and sound effects to create an emotional connection with the viewers
Demonstrate expertise in creating and incorporating visual animations into video content to improve storytelling and viewer engagement
Ensure the application of appropriate color grading, audio synchronization, and smooth transitions, emphasizing attention to detail despite the limited timeframe
Collaborate effectively with directors and other team members to understand their vision and deliver the desired outcome
Keep abreast of current trends in short-form video editing, social media platforms, and audience preferences to create content that resonates with the target audience
Optimize videos for mobile viewing and effectively utilize platform-specific features to maximize engagement
Qualification
Required
Proficiency in video editing software such as Adobe Premiere Pro
Demonstrated ability in utilizing visual animations to enhance storytelling in video content
Strong storytelling skills and an understanding of narrative structure
Experience in applying music and sound effects to invoke emotions in video content
Excellent attention to detail, particularly in transitions, audio synchronization, and color grading
Effective communication and collaboration skills
Time management skills, with the ability to work within deadlines to deliver high-quality videos
Knowledge of current trends in short-form video editing and audience preferences
Familiarity with optimizing videos for mobile viewing and platform-specific features
Preferred
Creativity, with a strong understanding of composition and visual storytelling
Experience in utilizing music to create emotional engagement in video content
Adaptability and flexibility in meeting the specific requirements and constraints of short-form videos
A continuous learning mindset, staying updated with emerging software, tools, and techniques
Benefits
Flexible hours
Full-remote role
Company
Contrarian Thinking
Most people don’t lack ideas — they lack an operating system to execute.
Founded in 2020
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageLeadership Team
Codie A. Sanchez
Founder - Investor - Writer
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