Short-Form Food Video Editor (Instagram Reels, TikTok, and YouTube Shorts)

Location: Remote

Important Note:
We are only considering applicants with proven experience editing FOOD videos. If your resume or portfolio does not include food-related content, your application will not be reviewed. We appreciate your understanding and interest in this role.

About Us:
We’re a food content creator inspired by NYC’s vibrant culinary culture, soul food, and Caribbean cuisine. Our mission is to create visually captivating recipe tutorials that inspire home cooks and food lovers across Instagram, TikTok, YouTube Shorts, and Facebook Reels.

Responsibilities:
• Edit recipe tutorial videos (45 seconds to under 2 minutes) to create visually entertaining content for social media platforms.
• Follow our established video structure for each platform, ensuring consistency.
• Enhance videos with smooth transitions, dynamic cuts, and simple visual effects to keep viewers engaged. (No complicated VFX required)
• Ensure all videos are optimized for vertical formats and specific platform requirements.
• Leave space for voiceovers, maintaining a seamless flow for narration added post-editing.
• Stay up-to-date with short-form food video trends to keep content engaging and fresh.

Requirements:
• Proven experience editing short-form food videos (lifestyle editing experience alone will not meet this requirement).
• Strong portfolio showcasing visually engaging food content tailored for Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube Shorts.
• Proficiency in video editing software like Adobe Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro, or similar tools.
• Strong understanding of pacing, transitions, and storytelling through visuals.
• Ability to deliver high-quality edits quickly and meet deadlines.
• Familiarity with NYC-inspired food culture, soul food, or Caribbean cuisine is a bonus!

What We’re Looking For:
• Someone skilled in making visually captivating videos that stop the scroll and keep audiences hooked, even without sound.
• A creative editor who understands how to showcase food in an engaging and aesthetically pleasing way.
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to maintaining our brand’s unique style and tone.

Compensation:
• Competitive pay per video, based on experience and quality of work.

Production Schedule:
• We aim to produce 4 short-form food videos per week, maintaining a consistent flow of engaging content for our audience.

Application Process:
1. Submit your resume, a link to your portfolio, and your rate per video.
2. Upon selection, you will be sent raw footage (up to 17 minutes) for a paid test project. Your task will be to edit the footage into a visually captivating short-form video that aligns with our brand’s structure and style.