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Creative X Entertainment · 14 hours ago

Senior Video Editor

Creative X Entertainment is hiring a Senior Video Editor to lead the editing and storytelling execution of a fast-growing YouTube and social ecosystem. This role focuses on crafting compelling stories from raw footage and includes responsibilities for both long-form YouTube episodes and short-form social content.

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Alecco Hakim
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Responsibilities

Edit long-form YouTube episodes with strong narrative structure, clarity, and momentum
Edit high-performing short-form content for TikTok, Instagram Reels, and YouTube Shorts
Identify and build strong hooks in the opening seconds of every asset
Shape emotional arcs, tension, humor, and payoff through editing
Cut trailer-style pieces that combine dialogue, music, pacing, and sound design
Source and integrate b-roll, archival footage, and supporting visuals when needed
Deliver clean, organized, on-time edits that meet a high creative bar
Collaborate on thumbnail concepts and titles
Offer creative input on hooks and episode structure
Understand how edits affect retention, CTR, and overall performance
Review audience retention and engagement data
Apply learnings to future edits
Iterate quickly when adjustments are needed
Sit in on creative discussions and production planning
Gradually take on light producer responsibilities as comfort grows
Support on-set storytelling awareness when present

Qualification

Video EditingYouTube Content EditingPremiere ProStorytellingFinal Cut ProDaVinci ResolvePacing InstinctsCommunication SkillsDetail-orientedCalm Under Pressure

Required

4–7+ years of professional editing experience
Demonstrated experience editing YouTube content and short-form social
Strong understanding of story structure, pacing, hooks, and viewer psychology
Advanced proficiency in Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro, or DaVinci Resolve
Experience working with tight turnarounds
Strong communication skills and openness to feedback
Ability to work independently and manage your own workload
Must be Miami-based and available to work in person

Preferred

Documentary, reality, or creator-led YouTube background
Thumbnail design or strong visual packaging instincts
Basic understanding of YouTube analytics
Photography, lighting, or design experience

Benefits

Paid time off
Flexible scheduling where appropriate
Growth opportunity as the channel scales

Company

Creative X Entertainment

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Creative X Entertainment is a digital marketing agency and production company that offers content creation and web design services.

Funding

Current Stage
Early Stage

Leadership Team

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Roy Arwas
Chief Executive Officer
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Tiffany K. Guillen
Co-Founder
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