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Video Editor Job at Proppel in New York

Proppel · New York, NY, USA · Remote ·

Job type:
Contract

What we're looking for
We're partnering with a growing company with a strong social media presence that is building a content engine across Instagram, YouTube, and TikTok. Their filming happens on location in Spain, and they need a remote

Video Editor

to turn that footage into organic content that grabs attention and drives results. You'll join their Content Creation team and have real room to shape what they publish.

What You'll Be Doing

Edit organic videos for Instagram, YouTube, and TikTok, with a raw, business-focused style rather than a cinematic one.

Build strong hooks, fast pacing, and storytelling that keeps viewers watching.

Pitch new content concepts on your own, using AI tools to explore ideas instead of only executing briefs.

Analyze retention and engagement data, and turn what you learn into concrete improvements.

Create simple paid ads as a secondary part of the role.

Deliver anywhere from one complex video every two weeks to five short videos per week, measured against clear performance targets.

Requirements

3+ years of experience editing social media video content.

Strong command of CapCut and Adobe software (such as Premiere Pro and After Effects).

Motion graphics skills and extensive experience with AI tools in your editing workflow.

A solid understanding of native formats and current dynamics on each platform (vertical, horizontal, and square).

English level of B2 or higher, for comfortable day-to-day communication with English speakers.

A portfolio of published social media videos (this is required).

Nice to Have

Content that has performed well above average on social media.

The ability to explain why a video worked and how you would scale that learning.

Up-to-date knowledge of trends, formats, and creators on Instagram, YouTube, and TikTok.

Paid Time Off.

Notes:

*You are applying to work with an international company. Make sure your CV is in English, otherwise your application can't be considered.

*We consider candidates from all around LATAM.

*If you don't have a formal portfolio, please share a Drive with various samples of your work.

*Please note this is a contractor position: As a contractor, you are responsible

most of the time

for managing your own contributions to social security, health insurance, and any applicable taxes or obligations

in your country of residence . This can vary depending on the client. For contractor FAQs, please visit our website.

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