Video Editor – Short-Form Content at Defiant, Inc.
Sales and Marketing
Worldwide
Full-Time
Wordpress
Seo
Adobe Premiere
Video Editing
Social Media Content
Animation
Adobe After Affects
Do you thrive in a remote work environment and have a passion for technology and cybersecurity? Are you a creative Video Editor with a knack for crafting short-form content that captivates audiences? If this sounds like you, we have an exciting opportunity waiting for you!
We are seeking a talented Video Editor to join our team and create dynamic, engaging videos for platforms like YouTube Shorts, TikTok, Instagram Reels, and Facebook Reels. This is a remote position with flexible hours, open to candidates anywhere in the United States.
The hourly rate for this role ranges from $35 to $50, depending on your experience and expertise.
Requirements
We’re looking for someone who understands the nuances of social media trends, audience engagement strategies, and platform algorithms. You should be able to produce visually stunning, high-energy videos that grab attention in seconds.
While short-form video editing is the primary focus, familiarity with WordPress and cybersecurity is a bonus. Candidates with experience in tech-related content, cybersecurity, or WordPress will have an edge.
- 1+ years of video editing experience, with a portfolio highlighting short-form content.
- Proficiency in Adobe Premiere Pro, After Effects, CapCut, DaVinci Resolve, or similar tools. (DaVinci Resolve is preferred.)
- Strong grasp of platform-specific trends, modern video best practices, and viral content strategies.
- Experience with motion graphics, typography, and sound design.
- Familiarity with marketing metrics, analytics, and aligning content with brand goals.
- Ability to handle multiple projects with quick turnarounds without compromising quality.
Preferred Skills & Knowledge:
- WordPress Expertise – Knowledge of WordPress, WordPress security, plugins (e.g., Wordfence), website management, and common vulnerabilities.
- Cybersecurity Knowledge – Understanding of cybersecurity concepts like malware, firewalls, and bug bounty programs.
- Tech & Software Knowledge – Experience editing educational or technical content, especially in cybersecurity, web development, or IT-related fields.
Responsibilities:
- Edit and produce high-quality short-form videos for TikTok, YouTube Shorts, Instagram Reels, and Facebook Reels.
- Use trending effects, motion graphics, text animations, and sound design to create engaging content.
- Repurpose long-form educational and technical content into bite-sized, shareable clips.
- Stay updated on social media trends, video formats, and engagement tactics.
- Collaborate with content creators and the marketing team to align videos with brand goals.
- Optimize videos for SEO, audience retention, and platform-specific performance metrics.
- Maintain a consistent visual style and brand identity across all content.
- Focus on brand goals, strategy, and results, not just views or viral potential.
Hiring Process
We review all applications and typically respond within one to two weeks. All interviews are conducted remotely, with no travel required.
This role includes a trial period of 2-3 weeks, with a minimum commitment of 10 hours per week. You’ll be paid for this short-term contract, which helps both parties determine if a long-term fit is right.
All job offers are contingent on a successful background check. Results are considered in relation to the role and do not automatically disqualify candidates.
Benefits
- Fully remote work with flexible hours at a company that has been 100% remote for over a decade.
Diversity at Defiant
We are committed to diversity and inclusion. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, military status, gender identity, marital status, sexual orientation, political ideology, economic status, parental status, or any other non-performance-related factor.