Shortformvideoeditor

**This role is for one of the Weekday's clients** **Salary range: Rs 600000 - Rs 900000 (ie INR 6 - 9 LPA) ** Min Experience: 1 years Location: Bengaluru JobType: full-time We are seeking a **performance-focused video editor** who recognizes that editing goes beyond visual appeal — it’s centered on **retention, watch time, and conversions**. If you have the skill to make viewers **pause their scrolling and stay engaged** , this position is perfect for you. **Requirements** ### 🎥 Your Responsibilities * Edit **content designed for high retention** , including: * Reels / Shorts / YouTube videos * Ads and performance-driven creatives * Optimize videos by focusing on: * Captivating hooks within the first 3 seconds * Maximizing watch time and retention rates * Collaborate closely with founders and creators to develop **content that grabs attention and encourages scrolling** * Manage **sound design, pacing, transitions, and storytelling** elements * Customize edits to fit the specific requirements of each **platform (Instagram, YouTube, Ads)** * Leverage **data and insights such as drop-off points and engagement metrics** to enhance editing quality ### 🧠 Qualifications We Seek * Between 1 and 4 years of experience in **content or video editing** * Proficient with: * Adobe Premiere Pro, After Effects, and Final Cut Pro * Experience collaborating with: * Creators, influencers, startups, and content production teams * Solid understanding of: * **The psychology behind short-form content** * Effective hooks, pacing, and storytelling techniques * Plus if you: * Have contributed to **YouTube or Instagram growth initiatives** * Are familiar with **performance marketing creatives** ### ⚡ Essential Attributes * Passionate about **maximizing retention and engagement** * Think like both a **creator and marketer** * Work quickly, iteratively, and with great attention to detail * Capable of managing **end-to-end processes (shooting, editing, optimizing)** ### 🎁 Why You Should Join U