Video Editor

Company: Planning Labs

Job Type: Full-time

Location: Mumbai, Maharashtra

Experience: 1-3 years preferred

Work Mode: On-site

Job Summary

Planning Labs is looking for a creative and trend-focused Video Editor who can create engaging and high-quality video content for social media, brands, events and digital campaigns.

We are looking for someone who understands modern editing styles, social media trends, storytelling and audience retention and can turn raw footage or a basic concept into an engaging video.

The candidate should also have a good understanding of commonly used AI tools for video and creative workflows and be willing to explore new tools to improve the editing process.

Key Responsibilities

- Edit Instagram Reels, YouTube Shorts, promotional videos, event videos and brand content.
- Create engaging short-form videos based on current social media trends.
- Understand hooks, pacing, storytelling and audience retention.
- Use creative transitions, motion graphics, text animations, SFX and music effectively.
- Edit both mobile-shot and professional camera footage.
- Create videos according to brand guidelines and campaign requirements.
- Convert raw footage into engaging and well-structured stories.
- Repurpose existing footage into multiple social media formats.
- Work with the Creative and Social Media teams to develop video concepts.
- Take references from trending content and adapt them creatively for brands.
- Handle multiple projects and deliver videos within deadlines.
- Make revisions based on feedback and ensure final output is polished.

Required Skills
- Strong knowledge of Adobe Premiere Pro.
- Good knowledge of Adobe After Effects will be an advantage.
- Strong understanding of short-form video editing.




- Good knowledge of Instagram Reels and YouTube Shorts.
- Understanding of trending editing styles and formats.
- Good sense of music, SFX, transitions and timing.
- Understanding of basic colour correction and grading.
- Knowledge of motion graphics and text animation.
- Solid storytelling and creative thinking.
- Attention to detail and ability to maintain quality under deadlines.

AI Skills The candidate should have basic to good working knowledge of AI tools used in the creative and video-editing industry. AI may be used for tasks such as:

- Generating creative ideas and references
- Creating or enhancing visuals
- AI-assisted video editing
- Background/object removal
- Subtitles and captions
- Voiceovers or voice enhancement
- Creating supporting visual assets

Knowledge of tools such as ChatGPT, Runway, Kling, Adobe Firefly, CapCut AI or similar tools will be an advantage. AI is an additional skill for this role. Strong video editing and creative skills are the primary requirement.

Trend & Social Media Knowledge The candidate should be able to:

- Identify current Reel and Shorts trends.
- Understand what makes a video engaging.
- Create strong opening hooks.
- Edit according to music and beats.
- Use fast-paced editing where appropriate.
- Create engaging captions and text animations.
- Adapt trending formats for brands without simply copying them.




- Understand different content styles for Instagram, YouTube and other platforms.

Good to Have
- Experience in a creative/digital marketing agency.
- Experience working on event and exhibition videos.
- Motion graphics experience.
- Basic graphic design knowledge.
- Experience with corporate and promotional videos.
- Knowledge of mobile videography and camera angles.
- Basic understanding of cinematography and visual composition.
- Experience creating content for brands and social media campaigns.

What We’re Looking For We are looking for someone who is:
- Creative and willing to experiment.
- Updated with current social media trends.
- Strong in storytelling and visual communication.
- Fast and organised with editing work.
- Comfortable working with feedback and revisions.
- Interested in learning new editing techniques and tools.
- Able to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
- Passionate about creating engaging video content.

Portfolio / Showreel Candidates must share their portfolio or showreel.

The portfolio should preferably include:

- Instagram Reels / Shorts
- Trend-based edits
- Brand videos
- Event videos
- Motion graphics
- Creative edits
- Social media content

Salary Salary will be based on experience, skills and portfolio.

Application Requirements

Please share following details on +91 86556 94273 :

- Updated Resume/CV
- Portfolio / Showreel
- Current/Last Drawn Salary
- Expected Salary
- Notice Period
- Earliest Joining Date

Shortlisted candidates may be required to complete a practical editing assignment as part of the selection process. Pay: ₹10,000.00 - ₹20,000.00 per month

Work Location: In person

📌 Video Editor (Mumbai)
🏢 Planning Labs
📍 Mumbai