Video Editor

The Secretariat · Greater delhi area, India

We are looking for a skilled Video Editor with a sharp editorial eye and a strong instinct for visual storytelling. The ideal candidate will take raw footage from concept to final cut, cutting across short-form social content and long-format editorial pieces. This includes adding music, transitions, and motion elements that elevate the viewer's experience. You will work closely with producers, Video-head and the editorial team to deliver platform-ready content at pace.

Key responsibilities

• Edit short-form and long-format video content across digital and social platforms, from assembly cut to final delivery.
• Add music, sound effects, transitions, and visual elements, including lower thirds, titles, and motion overlays — to enhance storytelling and viewer experience.
• Adapt and reformat edits for platform-specific requirements: Reels, Shorts, YouTube, and web-first formats.
• Collaborate with producers to integrate visual assets, GFX packages, and brand templates.
• Maintain consistent quality standards across all outputs, ensuring pacing, colour, and audio meet broadcast and digital benchmarks.
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously and deliver against tight editorial deadlines in a fast-paced newsroom environment.

Skills & qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mass Communication, Film Production, Media Studies, or a related field.
• 4–5 years of professional video editing experience, preferably in a digital media, news, or content platform environment.
• Proficiency in Adobe Premiere Pro and After Effects; or similar NLEs is an advantage.
• Strong understanding of social media content formats and platform-specific editing best practices.
• Proven portfolio demonstrating range across short-form, long-format, and social-first content.
• Good ear for audio, music selection, sound mixing, and dialogue clarity.