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WITHIN

Social Editor (Freelancer)

New York, NY · Remote

$23 - $53/hr

Strong proficiency in Adobe Premiere Pro and After Effects for motion graphics, typography animation, and visual effects. * Familiarity with social platforms and their native editing features (TikTok ...

SUNNY DISTRIBUTOR INC.

Video Editor

City Of Industry, CA · On-site

$20 - $25/hr

Experience with Adobe products, including Premiere Pro (required), Photoshop, Illustrator, After Effects, and Audition. * Demonstrable video editing ability with a strong portfolio. * Creative mind ...

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May Street

Video Editor

Boston, MA · Remote

$60 - $85/hr

We're looking for freelance editors to bring on project by project. You'd get a shoot's worth of ... Working knowledge of After Effects for titles and light graphics * Experience cutting interview ...

New

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Video Editor

City Of Industry, CA · On-site

$20 - $25/hr

Experience with Adobe products, including Premiere Pro (required), Photoshop, Illustrator, After Effects, and Audition. Demonstrable video editing ability with a strong portfolio. Creative mind and ...

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Smosh

Video Editor

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$71K - $75K/yr

Your editing skills will bring to life content that ranges from 15 minutes to over an hour ... Utilize Adobe Premiere Pro, After Effects, Photoshop, and other tools as needed to enhance final ...

143 Studios, LLC

Senior Video Editor

Boston, MA · On-site

This role focuses on editing both long-form and short-form content, requiring strong editorial instincts and expertise in Adobe Premiere Pro and After Effects. The ideal candidate will have a passion ...

9Rooftops

Junior Video Editor

Bluffton, SC

Junior Video Editor Department: Creative (9Rooftops Studio) Reports To: Senior Video Producer ... Create basic motion graphics, titles, captions, and animations using Adobe After Effects. * Format ...

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Sunny Health and Fitness

Video Editor

City Of Industry, CA · On-site

$20 - $25/hr

Experience with Adobe products, including Premiere Pro (required), Photoshop, Illustrator, After Effects, and Audition. * Demonstrable video editing ability with a strong portfolio. * Creative mind ...

Smosh

Video Editor

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

Your editing skills will bring to life content that ranges from 15 minutes to over an hour ... Utilize Adobe Premiere Pro, After Effects, Photoshop, and other tools as needed to enhance final ...

143 Studios, LLC

Senior Video Editor

Boston, MA · On-site

This role focuses on editing both long-form and short-form content, requiring strong editorial instincts and expertise in Adobe Premiere Pro and After Effects. The ideal candidate will have a passion ...

Distro

Video Editor-Duluth, GA

Duluth, GA · On-site

$60K - $70K/yr

Position Summary We're looking for a video editor with strong motion-graphics capabilities who can ... Technically, you should be advanced in Adobe Premiere Pro and After Effects, with a working ...

Smosh

Video Editor

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

Your editing skills will bring to life content that ranges from 15 minutes to over an hour ... Utilize Adobe Premiere Pro, After Effects, Photoshop, and other tools as needed to enhance final ...

Smosh

Video Editor

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

Your editing skills will bring to life content that ranges from 15 minutes to over an hour ... Utilize Adobe Premiere Pro, After Effects, Photoshop, and other tools as needed to enhance final ...

Eastport Holdings

Junior Video Editor

Bluffton, SC · On-site

Junior Video Editor Department: Creative (9Rooftops Studio) Reports To: Senior Video Producer ... Create basic motion graphics, titles, captions, and animations using Adobe After Effects. * Format ...

9Rooftops

Junior Video Editor

Bluffton, SC

Junior Video Editor Department: Creative (9Rooftops Studio) Reports To: Senior Video Producer ... Create basic motion graphics, titles, captions, and animations using Adobe After Effects. * Format ...

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Shadow Light Studios

Narrative Short-Form Editor

$2.0K/mo

You'll be the editor who finds the story inside raw footage and shapes it into something that ... Build light motion graphics in After Effects to enhance storytelling * Apply sound design that ...

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As of Aug 7, 2026, the average hourly pay for freelance after effects editor in the United States is $31.60, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $21.39 and $39.66 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Freelance After Effects Editor vs Motion Graphics Designer?

AspectFreelance After Effects EditorMotion Graphics Designer
CredentialsProficiency in After Effects, basic design skillsProficiency in After Effects, graphic design background
Work EnvironmentFreelance, remote or project-basedFreelance or in-house, studio or agency
Industry UsageVideo editing, post-productionAdvertising, branding, multimedia
Search IntentEditing videos with After EffectsCreating animated graphics and visual effects

While both roles require proficiency in After Effects, a Freelance After Effects Editor primarily focuses on editing and compositing video content, whereas a Motion Graphics Designer emphasizes creating animated graphics and visual effects for various media. The editor's work is often more technical and post-production oriented, while the designer's work leans toward creative visual storytelling.

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Social Editor (Freelancer)

WITHIN

New York, NY • Remote

$23 - $53/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 11 days ago

Job description

About the Role: At WITHIN, we push the boundaries of digital creativity. We're looking for a Social Editor to join our creative team, focusing on producing engaging short-form content across TikTok, Instagram Reels, YouTube Shorts, and emerging platforms. This role is perfect for a hands-on editor with a passion for storytelling in fast-moving social environments. You'll collaborate with designers, strategists, and producers to craft culturally relevant, scroll-stopping content that drives results for our clients.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to;

  • Edit and deliver engaging short-form videos optimized for TikTok, Instagram Reels, YouTube Shorts, and other social platforms.
  • Create dynamic motion graphics, typography animations, and visual effects to enhance social content and drive engagement.
  • Repurpose existing footage into platform-specific edits that reflect trends, client voice, and campaign goals.
  • Stay on top of cultural and platform trends, integrating music, memes, and editing techniques that resonate with audiences.
  • Create multiple versions and aspect ratios (9:16, 1:1, 16:9) to fit platform requirements and campaign specs.
  • Collaborate with Creative Leads and Account Managers to ensure all deliverables meet creative and client standards.
  • Ensure accuracy in timing, captions, graphics, and sound across all final assets.

Requirements

  • 1-2 years of professional editing experience, ideally in a digital marketing, social media, or agency environment (internship experience considered).
  • Strong proficiency in Adobe Premiere Pro and After Effects for motion graphics, typography animation, and visual effects.
  • Familiarity with social platforms and their native editing features (TikTok, Instagram, YouTube Shorts, Capcut).
  • Strong understanding of short-form content trends, pacing, and storytelling.
  • Ability to manage multiple edits at once, balancing speed with quality.
  • Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.
  • A collaborative mindset and eagerness to learn from senior team members.

Nice-to-Haves

  • Familiarity with generative AI tools for editing, captioning, or effects.
  • Hands-on experience shooting social-first content (phone or DSLR).
  • Passion for pop culture, internet trends, and social storytelling.

We offer a competitive hourly wage based on ability level:

  • Hourly Rate DOE
  • This is a remote role.

Hourly rate based on education, experience, and skills level ($23-$53)

  • Level 1 - Possesses essential capabilities.

    • $23-$29

  • Level 2 - Possesses developing capabilities.

    • $29-$35

  • Level 3 - Possesses notable capabilities.

    • $35- $41

  • Level 4 - Possesses strong capabilities.

    •  $41-$47

  • Level 5 - Possesses advanced capabilities.

    • $47-$53

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