Job Title: Senior Video Editor

Location:
Remote Experience Required: 3–5 Years Department: Content & Creative About EssentiallySports EssentiallySports is a premier digital-first sports media house engaging millions of fans worldwide. We create compelling sports stories, videos, and fan-first experiences across multiple platforms. We are now looking for a passionate and creative Senior Video Editor to elevate our social-first video content and help shape how millions of fans consume sports stories.

Key Responsibilities
• Edit, refine, and deliver short-form videos optimized for multiple social media platforms (Instagram Reels, YouTube Shorts, TikTok, Facebook, X, LinkedIn, etc.).
• Collaborate with content creators, marketing teams, and designers to bring concepts to life.
• Stay updated on social media trends, platform algorithms, and audience preferences to keep content relevant and engaging.
• Ensure all edits maintain brand identity, style, and messaging consistency.
• Manage and oversee the end-to-end post-production process (footage selection, sound design, color grading, motion graphics, captions, etc.).




• Mentor junior editors and provide creative feedback to elevate the quality of outputs.
• Work with tight deadlines while maintaining high-quality standards. Required Skills & Qualifications
• Proven experience as a Senior or Lead Video Editor, with a portfolio of short-form social media content.
• Robust command of Adobe Premiere Pro, After Effects, DaVinci Resolve, Final Cut Pro, or equivalent tools.
• Knowledge of motion graphics, text animation, and transitions tailored for social-first content.
• Deep understanding of storytelling for short attention spans.
• Ability to adapt content for various platforms and formats (vertical, square, 16:9).
• Strong sense of pacing, music selection, and sound design.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment. Nice to Have
• Experience with color grading and LUTs for a polished cinematic look.
• Familiarity with trending editing styles on TikTok, Reels, and Shorts.
• Basic knowledge of graphic design and thumbnail creation.

📌 Senior Video Editor (India)
🏢 EssentiallySports
📍 India