Study.com
Education
SocialMediaVideoEditor-Education(Contract)
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“Social Media Video Editor - Education (Contract) at Study.com. Skills: Video editing, Social media video, Motion graphics. Edit raw footage into videos. Follow brand and style guidelines”
Industry & Context.
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
2+ years video editing experience, Social media editing experience, Long-form content editing experience, YouTube editing experience, TikTok editing experience, Portfolio demonstrating expertise, Proficiency with video editing software, Ability to create visual narratives, Ability to create motion graphics, Solid understanding of platform formatting, Solid understanding of pacing, Solid understanding of audience engagement, Knowledge of copyright-safe media sourcing, Knowledge of licensing practices, Reliable turnaround skills, Time-management skills
Nice to Have
Degree in film, Coursework in film, Degree in video production, Coursework in video production, Degree in digital media, Coursework in digital media, Experience with Wistia, Experience with Smartsheet, Experience with comparable project systems, Familiarity with advanced editing plugins, Familiarity with eye contact correction, Familiarity with color balancing, Familiarity with generative visuals
What You'll Do.
Edit raw footage into videos
Follow brand and style guidelines
Source copyright-safe visuals
Create copyright-safe visuals
Source copyright-safe music
Create copyright-safe music
Source copyright-safe sound effects
Create copyright-safe sound effects
Add visual enhancements
Collaborate with content producers
Apply best practices for pacing
Apply best practices for storytelling
Apply best practices for engagement
Organize project files
Maintain version control
Deliver edits within timelines
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Project teams; On-camera presenters; Content producers
Process & Methodology
Version control, Time-management
Full Job Description
Social Media Video Editor Study.com is a leading online education platform helping millions of learners—from students and teachers to working adults—achieve their educational goals. We’re expanding our social video presence across YouTube and TikTok and are seeking a skilled Video Editor to help bring engaging, high-quality educational videos to life. This is an online, remote contract role. All work is paid per piece. Project Description As a Video Editor for Study.com, you’ll collaborate closely with our project teams and on-camera presenters to produce professional, platform-specific videos that inform, entertain, and inspire learners worldwide. Your work will include editing long-form YouTube content and short-form TikTok content while following brand guidelines and ensuring excellence in storytelling, pacing, and visual engagement. Edit raw footage into 5–20 minute videos optimized for YouTube as well as 1–3 minute videos optimized for TikTok. Follow Study.com’s brand and style guidelines across both platforms. Source or create copyright-safe visuals, music, and sound effects. Add text overlays, motion graphics, and visual enhancements tailored to platform formats. Collaborate with content producers to ensure final videos meet quality standards and project briefs. Apply best practices for pacing, storytelling, and engagement specific to YouTube and TikTok audiences. Organize project files, maintain clear version control, and deliver edits within specified turnaround timelines. Required Skills: 2+ years of video editing experience, including social media and long-form content (e.g., YouTube and TikTok) editing. Strong portfolio demonstrating expertise in both short-form and long-form video editing. Proficiency with video editing software (e.g., Adobe Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro, DaVinci Resolve). Ability to create engaging visual narratives and dynamic motion graphics. Solid understanding of platform formatting, pacing, and audience engagement. Knowledge of copy
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