Video Editor

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United States.

📋 Description

• Edit and animate videos for YouTube, social media shorts, conference highlights, case studies, and launch films.

• Collaborate with the team to develop video concepts prior to the editing process.

• Edit explainers and interviews designed to capture and retain audience attention.

• Produce short and vertical clips tailored for social media platforms.

• Edit comprehensive conference presentations and social snippets from events.

• Create launch videos with precise timing and pacing for maximum impact.

• Design thumbnails, title cards, typography, and motion graphics.

• Work closely with PlanetScale's Marketing team to ensure alignment on projects.

• Explore innovative tools to enhance the speed and quality of video production.

⛳️ Requirements

• A portfolio demonstrating strong editing skills across various formats, including YouTube, short-form content, and podcasts.

• A keen understanding of pacing, structure, and storytelling.

• Proficiency in editing, animation, and design.

• Expertise in professional editing software such as Premiere Pro, After Effects, DaVinci Resolve, and Final Cut Pro.

• Experience utilizing AI tools to create animations and support editing tasks.

• A passion for exploring the potential of AI in video production workflows.

• Capability to develop custom scripts and leverage AI for automating tasks, such as transcription, thumbnail generation, and rough cuts.

• Strong collaborative skills to work closely with the team and quickly iterate based on feedback.

• PlanetScale encourages applicants from diverse educational backgrounds.

• Bonus: experience in software development or with engineering companies.

• Bonus: background in editing technology or developer-related content.

• Bonus: experience in growing a channel or account.

• Bonus: familiarity with code-driven video tools like Remotion.

• Bonus: skills in creating engaging thumbnails and titles.

• Bonus: expertise in sound design and audio mixing.

• Bonus: experience in shooting or directing video footage.

• Bonus: knowledge of livestreaming or live event production.

🏝️ Benefits

• Time and budget allocated for exploring new tools.

• Competitive base salary ranging from $150,000 to $200,000.

• Variable compensation offered when applicable.

• Comprehensive benefits package.

• Equity options available.

• Accommodations during the interview process for candidates with disabilities.