Job Description
About the position Accelerate Change is seeking a freelance, short-form video editor who deeply understands what works on social media platforms. Our ideal candidate is someone with extensive experience creating high-performing short-form content for TikTok, Instagram Reels, and YouTube Shorts, with the ability to scale edits to longer-form content as needed. You understand what drives engagement on social media, from strong hooks and pacing to trend-aware, platform-native storytelling and bring an experimental, creator-first mindset to your work. You have a strong eye for visual design and know how to craft edits that feel intentional, engaging, and built for growth. Here’s what you could expect to do as a freelance Short-Form Video Editor (key responsibilities): Responsibilities • Edit high-performing short-form videos optimized for TikTok, Instagram Reels, YouTube Shorts, Snapchat, and similar platforms • Craft strong opening hooks that immediately capture attention and improve watch time • Apply platform-specific best practices (pacing, captions, formatting, storytelling) to maximize reach and retention • Stay current on trends, formats, sounds, and visual styles across social platforms • Experiment with edits, structures, and visual approaches to test what performs best • Design and implement on-screen text, titles, captions, and visual cues with strong typography and layout instincts • Repurpose and optimize content across multiple platforms while maintaining quality and intent • Collaborate with producers and content leads on ideation, structure, and creative direction for short-form series • Maintain brand consistency while adapting to platform-native aesthetics • Format content correctly for each platform (aspect ratios, lengths, safe zones, captions, etc.) • Work from creative briefs and across multiple partner brand guidelines Requirements • Commitment to social justice. Accelerate Change is a mission-driven organization focused on social change and social justice, with a focus on communities of color. You have a demonstrated commitment to this work and you’d like to be part of a team of people who do, too. • 2+ years experience with key responsibilities : We’re looking for someone who has at least 2 years of hands-on experience with professional video editing software (such as Adobe Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro, or similar video editing software applications), motion graphics, and social media video optimization • Technical expertise : Proficiency in industry-standard video editing software and familiarity with current video trends and best practices for social media • Portfolio showcase : Strong portfolio demonstrating variety in video editing styles, motion graphics capabilities, and social media content • Creative problem-solve r: Think creatively and find innovative solutions to visual storytelling challenges • Excellent communication skills : Strong written and verbal communication skills for understanding project requirements and collaborating with team members • Self-motivated and deadline-driven : Skilled in working independently, managing time effectively, and meeting deadlines consistently Nice-to-haves • Experience with motion graphics or light animation is a plus Apply tot his job