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9Rooftops

Junior Video Editor

Bluffton, SC · On-site

Junior Video Editor Department: Creative (9Rooftops Studio) Reports To: Senior Video Producer Location: Hilton Head Position Summary The Junior Video Editor is responsible for editing engaging video ...

Gemini Industries Inc.

Mentor and provide quality oversight to junior editors and writers and assign editorial work based on schedule and complexity. Coordinate with authors, researchers, technical SMEs, designers, project ...

ICF International, Inc.

Technical Editor

Reston, VA · On-site

As a Technical Editor, you will lead and oversee the editorial process for high-stakes technical ... The position will also provide editorial leadership and guidance to junior staff and other members ...

Newsweek

Senior News Editor

$100K - $115K/yr

Mentor reporters and junior editors into sharper thinkers and stronger journalists. * Take ownership when coverage underperforms. Audience & Competitive Awareness * Maintain a sophisticated ...

Horizontal Talent

Senior Social Editor Lead

Culver City, CA · On-site +1

$23 - $54/hr

Review and refine clip outputs from junior editors to ensure strong pacing, platform fit, and alignment with campaign goals * Provide clear creative direction on clip selection, timing, framing, and ...

MFI Technologies Incorporated

Support junior editors and assistant editors by sharing systems, templates, and AI tools * Collaborate across creative, social, growth, and commercial teams to deliver trailers that elevate campaigns ...

Nine Eight Central

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Junior Video Editor

Greenville, SC · On-site

$42K/yr

GREENVILLE, SC 9/8 Central is looking for a Junior Video Editor who loves the craft of short-form social video and wants to keep pushing it forward. You'll work across a mix of projects, from brand ...

Horizontal Talent

Senior Social Editor

Culver City, CA · On-site +1

$22 - $42/hr

Review clips created by junior editors and provide clear, actionable feedback to improve pacing, framing, hook strength, and overall social fit * Translate briefs into prioritized editing assignments ...

Newsweek

Senior News Editor

$100K - $115K/yr

Mentor reporters and junior editors into sharper thinkers and stronger journalists. * Take ownership when coverage underperforms. Audience & Competitive Awareness * Maintain a sophisticated ...

M&C Saatchi

Senior Editor

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$125K - $135K/yr

Mentor junior editors and post-production team members. * Contribute to departmental standards, documentation, templates, and training. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS * 8+ years of professional editing ...

M+C Saatchi Group

Senior Editor

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$125K - $135K/yr

Mentor junior editors and post-production team members. * Contribute to departmental standards, documentation, templates, and training. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS * 8+ years of professional editing ...

M&C Saatchi

$125K - $135K/yr

Mentor junior editors and post-production team members. * Contribute to departmental standards, documentation, templates, and training. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS * 8+ years of professional editing ...

Aquent

Senior Social Video Editor

Culver City, CA · On-site

$46.27 - $51.41/hr

Your expertise will not only elevate content quality but also empower a team of junior editors, making a direct and visible impact on the brand's digital presence and engagement. You will be ...

Advanced Systems Group LLC

Senior Video Editor

$133K - $155K/yr

Mentor junior editors and foster a collaborative, growth-minded environment What Sets You Apart: * 7-10 years of experience editing advertising, commercial, or digital content for agencies, brands ...

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Junior Video Editor

Bluffton, SC • On-site

9Rooftops
Marketing • 201 - 500 employees
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Job description

Junior Video Editor

Department: Creative (9Rooftops Studio)
Reports To: Senior Video Producer
Location: Hilton Head

Position Summary

The Junior Video Editor is responsible for editing engaging video content for 9Rooftops and our clients across digital, social, and marketing channels. This role supports all phases of the post-production process, working closely with producers, creative teams, and designers to create compelling content optimized for today's social platforms. The ideal candidate is creative, detail-oriented, eager to learn, and passionate about storytelling through video.

Essential Responsibilities

  • Edit short-form and long-form video content for social media, digital campaigns, websites, and client marketing initiatives.
  • Create basic motion graphics, titles, captions, and animations using Adobe After Effects.
  • Format and optimize content for platforms including Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, LinkedIn, YouTube, and emerging social channels.
  • Assist with organizing, ingesting, and managing raw footage and project assets.
  • Select and assemble footage to tell compelling stories while maintaining brand standards.
  • Edit audio, music, and sound effects to produce polished final videos.
  • Collaborate with producers, creative directors, designers, and account teams to execute creative concepts.
  • Stay current on social media trends, platform specifications, and video best practices.
  • Source stock footage, music, and graphics as needed.
  • Manage multiple projects while meeting deadlines in a fast-paced agency environment.
  • Participate in creative brainstorming and contribute ideas for social-first content.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Film, Video Production, Communications, Digital Media, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
  • 1-3 years of professional video editing experience (agency experience is a plus).
  • Experience creating content for social media platforms.
  • Proficiency with Adobe Premiere Pro and After Effects.
  • Working knowledge of Photoshop and Adobe Creative Suite.
  • Understanding of video codecs, compression, exporting, and platform specifications.
  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
  • Ability to receive feedback and continuously improve creative work.
  • Experience operating in a Mac environment preferred.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience shooting video content for social media.
  • Basic color correction and audio mixing skills.
  • Familiarity with DaVinci Resolve is a plus.
  • Knowledge of current social media trends, creators, and best practices.
  • Portfolio demonstrating video editing and social content work.

Success in This Role

The ideal candidate is:

  • Creative and eager to learn.
  • Organized and dependable.
  • Collaborative and open to feedback.
  • Passionate about social media and digital storytelling.
  • Able to balance creativity with deadlines and client expectations.

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