Senior Video Editor Job at Somewhere in New York

Video Creative Strategist & Editor

Employment Type: Full time, independent contractor
Work Model: Remote
Work Hours: US work hours
Role Summary

We are seeking a Mid-Level Video Creative Strategist & Editor with 3+ years of mastery in Adobe Premiere Pro or DaVinci Resolve to lead our creative production. In this role, you will manage the full post-production lifecycle for a diverse range of content, including cinematic brand films, TV commercials, and high-retention Meta ads.
Beyond technical editing, you will be responsible for drafting creative briefs and scripting for advertising, ensuring a strategic foundation for every project. This role also requires entry-level graphic design skills to develop static Meta ads optimized for e-commerce. Crucially, you will leverage AI-assisted tools to radically enhance workflow efficiency, allowing you to focus on high-level narrative innovation and visual storytelling.
Key Responsibilities

Full Post-Production Lifecycle Management
Lead the video editing and polishing of all content types (brand films, TV commercials, and high-retention Meta ads).
Ensure professional quality in color correction, sound mixing, and motion graphics/text overlays.
Manage multiple projects simultaneously while reporting directly to the Creative Director.
Creative Strategy & Scripting
Draft comprehensive creative briefs and write strategic scripts for advertising campaigns across various platforms.
Analyze modern advertising trends to ensure content is optimized for high engagement and conversion.
Static Ad & Graphic Production
Utilize entry-level graphic design skills to create and optimize static Meta ads specifically for e-commerce clients.
Ensure visual consistency across both video and static assets within a campaign.
AI-Integrated Workflow Management
Implement and manage AI-assisted tools to streamline the editing process and enhance production speed.
Stay at the forefront of "Prompt Engineering" to generate specific visual styles or creative scripts via AI models.
Required Skills & Qualifications

The Technical Toolkit
Editor Proficiency: 3+ years of professional experience in Adobe Premiere Pro or DaVinci Resolve.
Audio & Color: Solid understanding of cinematic color grading (LUT application and skin-tone matching) and professional audio mixing.
Format Literacy: Advanced knowledge of modern aspect ratios and delivery specs for various social and broadcast platforms.
The Creative Edge
Storytelling Intuition: The ability to "find the story" within raw footage independently.
Speed vs. Quality Balance: Knowing when to produce a high-impact viral clip quickly versus a polished brand film over several days.
Adaptive Aesthetics: A portfolio demonstrating the ability to shift between "lo-fi/authentic" social styles and "high-production" corporate visuals.
Success Metrics (KPIs)

Output Efficiency: Maintaining a consistent delivery schedule while integrating at least 30% AI automation into the workflow.
Revision Efficiency: Effectively managing client feedback to ensure revisions remain within project timelines and budgeted hours.