Video Editor – Role Specification for Nearshore Partner
(Upper Intermediate Profile)
We are looking for a creative and technically skilled Video Editor to join our Motion Team via a trusted nearshore partner. The role focuses on the editing and post-production of high-quality video content for our clients. Working closely with internal creatives, the editor will bring strong storytelling, editing craft, and collaborative energy to our daily production workflows.
Scope of Responsibilities
The nominated Video Editor will:
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Be an integral part of our Motion Team and regularly create compelling video content for our clients.
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Take ownership of the post-production process – including editing, animation, grading, and audio – in close coordination with other team members.
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Collaborate with fellow creatives to develop fresh and impactful motion concepts.
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Thrive in a team-oriented environment – whether by supporting other content creatives in daily tasks or iterating on new ideas together.
Required Expertise
The ideal candidate should bring the following experience and mindset:
Creative & Strategic Skills
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Strong sense for storytelling, pacing, and visual rhythm
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Solid understanding of brand identity and tone
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Ability to tailor content to different platforms and audience needs
Video Editing & Post-Production
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Confident editing across a range of formats (e.g., social media, explainers, short-form brand videos)
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Familiarity with post-production workflows, from raw footage to final delivery
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Basic motion design capabilities (animated transitions, on-screen text, lower thirds)
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Grading and color correction understanding (working with LUTs and correction layers)
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Nice to have: Experience on set and working with camera equipment is a strong plus.
Audio & Sound Design
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Ability to enhance storytelling through music, clean sound edits, and effects
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Familiarity with syncing voice, dialogue, and sound design with visual content
Team Collaboration & Process Thinking
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Comfortable working within a creative team environment
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Ability to manage feedback and incorporate suggestions into iterative workflows
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Eye for optimization and creative problem-solving during production phases
Innovation & Technology
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Awareness of current trends in video formats and design styles
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Interest in experimenting with AI-supported tools for creative efficiency
Language Proficiency
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Strong proficiency in English (written and oral)
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Nice-to-have: basic understanding of German (reading-proficiency)
Tools in Use
The candidate should be confident in the following tools:
Editing & Motion
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Adobe Premiere Pro (main editing tool)
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Adobe After Effects (basic to intermediate motion graphics)
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DaVinci Resolve (optional – for advanced color work)
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Adobe Illustrator (creating and importing vector shapes for animation)
Audio & Music
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Adobe Audition (audio cleanup and mastering)
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Music & SFX libraries (for sourcing, editing, and syncing tracks)
Photography & Image Editing
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Adobe Photoshop (retouching and stills editing)
AI Tools
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Runway, Descript or similar for video and audio automation
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AI-based enhancement for voice cleanup, auto-cuts, or transcription
Interview & Technical Alignment
As part of the selection process, submitted portfolios will be reviewed before candidates are invited to an interview. We are looking for strong examples of editing craft, visual storytelling, and creative problem-solving.
Qualified candidates will be invited to a 1:1 interview conducted by:
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Lukas Brack, Creative Director (Motion)
The interview will focus on the candidate’s technical proficiency, creative thinking, and ability to collaborate within a remote team setup.
