Role Summary:

A Senior Video Editor is responsible for planning, editing, and delivering high-quality video content for digital platforms, television, films, advertising campaigns, social media, YouTube channels, and corporate projects. They often lead the post-production team and ensure that videos meet creative and technical standards.

Key Responsibilities:

- Edit raw footage into polished, engaging videos.
- Create story-driven content with proper pacing and visual flow.
- Add transitions, motion graphics, animations, titles, and visual effects.
- Perform color correction and color grading.
- Edit and mix audio, including background music, sound effects, and voice-overs.
- Collaborate with directors, producers, content creators, and marketing teams.
- Manage multiple projects while meeting deadlines.
- Review and approve final video outputs before publication.
- Guide and mentor junior video editors.
- Stay updated with video editing trends, software, and platform requirements.

Required Skills:

- Advanced knowledge of Adobe Premiere Pro, After Effects, DaVinci Resolve, and Final Cut Pro.




- Solid storytelling and visual communication skills.
- Expertise in motion graphics and visual effects.
- Audio editing and sound design knowledge.
- Understanding of social media formats (YouTube, Instagram, Facebook, Shorts, Reels).
- Time management and project coordination skills.

Qualifications:

- Bachelor's degree in Film, Media, Mass Communication, Multimedia, or related field (preferred).
- Typically 4–8+ years of professional video editing experience.
- Strong portfolio showcasing editing, color grading, and motion graphics work.

Career Growth:

- Lead Video Editor
- Post-Production Manager
- Creative Director
- Video Production Head
- Content Director

Typical Industries:

- Digital Media & YouTube Channels
- Advertising Agencies
- Film & Television Production
- News & Broadcasting
- E-learning Companies
- Corporate Communications
- Social Media Marketing Agencies

Pay: ₹14,516.57 - ₹20,000.00 per month

Work Location: In person

📌 Senior Video Editor (Kolkata)
🏢 GPI
📍 Kolkata