Freelance Video Editor (CapCut Desktop)

About the jobRemote | Freelance | Flexible ongoing collaboration | Media & EntertainmentWe’re hiring a freelance Video Editor to support a growing short-form nightlife interview series exploring the best nights out in cities through the eyes of DJs, artists, creatives and people shaping music culture.This role is ideal for someone who confidently edits in CapCut Desktop and understands how to create engaging, fast-paced social content with strong pacing, personality and visual rhythm. The content blends documentary storytelling with nightlife internet culture — authentic, stylish and social-first.The ideal editor can take raw interview footage, reference edits and creative direction, then build polished but editable drafts that can still be refined internally afterwards. If you enjoy creating culturally relevant content that feels immersive rather than overly polished or corporate, this could be a great fit.About The RoleWe are looking for a culturally aware and creatively driven freelance Video Editor to support the ongoing production of short-form interview content for social platforms. You’ll work closely with the creative team to transform raw footage into engaging edits that feel dynamic, immersive and social-first.This is a highly collaborative role where you’ll be expected to interpret creative notes, understand the tone of the brand and deliver organised, editable project files that maintain flexibility for future revisions.Responsibilities – What you’ll be doing:Editing interview-led short-form content for social platformsIncorporating venue footage, external B-roll and social clips into edits naturallyCreating engaging hooks, pacing and transitions designed for audience retentionProducing clean subtitles, captions and text overlaysOrganising project files, timelines and assets clearly within CapCut DesktopDelivering fully editable CapCut project files alongside export-ready versionsApplying creative direction and reference edits while maintaining a strong editorial instinctWorking with nightlife and low-light footage confidentlyCollaborating closely with the creative team on feedback and revisionsEnsuring edits feel authentic, stylish and culturally relevant rather than overly polishedRequirements – What we’re looking for:We think the right candidate will tick most of the following boxes:Strong working knowledge of CapCut DesktopExperience editing short-form social contentExcellent understanding of pacing, hooks and retention-focused editingAbility to edit conversational content naturally and rhythmicallyStrong instinct for music culture and visual storytellingComfortable incorporating external B-roll, Instagram clips and TikTok footage into editsStrong attention to detail with subtitles, overlays and visual timingAbility to manage multiple edits efficiently and meet deadlines consistentlyComfortable working independently in a remote freelance setupStrong communication and collaboration skillsBonus Skills – Nice to have:Experience using AI-assisted editing toolsAbility to remove text or watermarks from footage cleanlyAudio cleanup and dialogue enhancement experienceColour correction and grading experienceDocumentary, nightlife or culture-focused editing experienceExperience working with creators, music brands or entertainment-focused contentCreative StyleThe editing style should feel cultural, stylish and social-first — blending documentary storytelling with nightlife internet culture. The content should feel immersive, energetic and authentic rather than overly commercial or corporate.Editors should have a strong understanding of rhythm, atmosphere and how to create emotionally engaging short-form content that performs well across platforms.WorkflowYou’ll receive:Interview footageAudio filesReference editsCreative direction and commentary notesAdditional B-roll sourced from Instagram, TikTok and venuesYou’ll return:Fully editable CapCut project filesOrganised timelines and assetsExported social-ready versionsWork ScheduleFlexible freelance arrangementApproximately 3 edits per weekExpected turnaround: 2–3 days per week depending on project requirementsFully remote collaborationPay & Benefits – What we offer:Freelance remote opportunity with flexible collaborationPaid per edit or agreed day rateOngoing creative collaboration opportunitiesWork on culturally relevant content within music and nightlife mediaCreative freedom within a collaborative editing processOpportunity to contribute to a fast-growing social content platform

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