Galvanize USA · 1 month ago
Video Editor (Request for Proposals)
Galvanize USA is seeking contract support from an experienced vertical video editor to provide content creation and editing support across multiple digital programs and brands. The contractor will develop engaging short-form vertical video content and is expected to be fluent in social media trends and platform norms.
Non ProfitMarketingSocial MediaAdvocacyContent MarketingDigital MarketingPublic RelationsSocial AssistanceSocial Impact
No H1B
Responsibilities
Develop engaging, platform-native short-form vertical video content using available assets (footage, graphics, text, music, and provided direction)
Provide 1-2 rounds of rough drafts for review, and deliver final posting-ready files in platform-appropriate formats
Stay on top of social media trends and be deeply fluent in vertical video formats and platform norms (TikTok, Instagram Reels, YouTube Shorts)
Work efficiently from briefs, make smart creative decisions under quick turnaround deadlines (frequently 24 to 48 hours), and deliver high-volume, high-quality content that feels authentic and platform-native
Create 12–25 short-form vertical videos per week, each under 3 minutes in length, with one to two rounds of revisions based on feedback before final delivery
Create videos for platform-native distribution across Instagram Reels, TikTok, YouTube Shorts, and similar vertical formats
Follow established creative briefs, brand guidelines, and direction provided by Galvanize USA staff
Source and select music/sound when directed, or follow specific direction on music/audio selection provided by staff
Identify, select, and integrate appropriate video footage, graphics, and visual assets from Galvanize USA-provided sources, licensed stock libraries, or other approved sources
Ensure all assets are licensed for commercial use and meet copyright/licensing requirements
Deliver final posting-ready videos in platform-appropriate vertical formats (9:16 aspect ratio preferred for TikTok/Instagram Reels, with options for YouTube Shorts compatibility)
Ensure all final deliverables produced under this engagement will become the property of Galvanize USA / Galvanize Action upon payment in full
Qualification
Required
Experienced vertical video editor
Ability to provide content creation and editing support across multiple digital programs and brands
Proficient in developing engaging, platform-native short-form vertical video content
Ability to work with available assets (footage, graphics, text, music, and provided direction)
Experience in identifying appropriate assets for video production
Capability to provide 1-2 rounds of rough drafts for review
Ability to deliver final posting-ready files in platform-appropriate formats
Fluency in social media trends and vertical video formats (TikTok, Instagram Reels, YouTube Shorts)
Ability to work efficiently from briefs and make smart creative decisions under quick turnaround deadlines (frequently 24 to 48 hours)
Experience in delivering high-volume, high-quality content that feels authentic and platform-native
Ability to work with found footage, licensed assets, graphics, and provided direction
Ability to produce 12–25 short-form vertical videos per week, each under 3 minutes in length
Experience in creating videos for platform-native distribution across Instagram Reels, TikTok, YouTube Shorts, and similar vertical formats
Ability to follow established creative briefs, brand guidelines, and direction provided by Galvanize USA staff
Experience in sourcing and selecting music/sound when directed, or following specific direction on music/audio selection
Ability to identify, select, and integrate appropriate video footage, graphics, and visual assets from Galvanize USA-provided sources, licensed stock libraries, or other approved sources
Knowledge of copyright/licensing requirements for commercial use of assets
Ability to deliver final posting-ready videos in platform-appropriate vertical formats (9:16 aspect ratio preferred for TikTok/Instagram Reels, with options for YouTube Shorts compatibility)
Ability to submit a completed W-9 or W-8 form prior to beginning work
Ability to provide a cover letter stating a brief overview of experience and reason for interest
Ability to provide a summary of approach explaining how to meet the intended deliverables given the project scope and timeline, including hour estimates and schedule
Ability to provide at least three references with contact information
Ability to submit five fully edited vertical social media videos, with a sizzle reel as optional
Company
Galvanize USA
Women-focused civic engagement and issue education nonprofit.
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageLeadership Team
Emily Cavanaugh
Chief Operating Officer
Kelly Starr
Chief External Relations Officer
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