We Are Social is looking for a Video Editor to join our growing team. The role bridges strategy and visual execution, delivering high‑quality design and motion solutions that meet client objectives and agency standards.
Responsibilities
Identify trends and opportunities as they emerge in social that stay true to our brands.
Translate complex, abstract ideas into concrete, visually compelling designs that align with client objectives and resonate with diverse target audiences.
Ideate, build, shoot, and edit effective stories that match the quality of each social platform.
Confidently defend design choices and creative rationale to both internal teams and external stakeholders.
Navigate project challenges by finding adaptable, creative solutions that do not compromise aesthetic quality.
Collaborate across departments to build relationships and navigate team dynamics, ensuring a cohesive and effective final product.
Manage multiple priorities and assignments by executing quick turnaround times for real‑time moments, capturing trending moments, and editing efficiently to deliver high‑quality work on time and with accuracy.
Create a wide range of content, from photography to videography, design, and platform tools that always suit the client, moment, and idea.
Switch between styles while experimenting and seeking unique opportunities to make work ownable and talked about.
Design visually engaging presentations, create mockups, and do light retouching to help sell creative ideas to top clients in the industry.
Use AI tools to supercharge the creative process, generating multiple design variations for a single concept to provide strategic options quickly.
Qualifications
3+ years of experience working in an agency, studio, or a comparable environment.
Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design, Multimedia, or a related discipline.
Strong portfolio showcasing an understanding of short‑form content (design & motion) and platform best practices.
In‑depth understanding of design and editing programs such as Photoshop, Illustrator, Premiere, After Effects, Lightroom, and InDesign.
Demonstrable understanding of Instagram and TikTok features, best practices, creator tools (e.g., CapCut), culture, popular trends, memes, and sports communities.
Strong point of view on what it takes to entertain audiences, drive views, and build a dedicated following on social.
Strong sense of color, layout, typography, visual hierarchy, and storytelling.
Stays informed on current design & social trends while keeping an eye out for upcoming trends & technology.
Thrives in a fast‑paced environment, responding quickly and proactively.
Self‑starter who takes ideas from concept to execution, navigating feedback like a pro.
Does not simply follow trends – seeks to create them.
We Are Social is an equal‑opportunity employer, committed to providing employment opportunities regardless of race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, childbirth and breastfeeding, age, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, or any other protected classification, in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. For California applicants, you may view We Are Social's Privacy Notice for California Employees and Job Applicants at https://wearesocial.com/us/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2023/07/CA-Employee-and-Job-Applicant-CPRA-Notice.pdf
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We Are Social is hiring: Video Editor in Miami
We Are Social, New York, NY, USA
Job type: Full Time