Freelance Video Editor

Freelance Video Editor (Creator & Short-Form Focus)

Location: Mexico City (Remote within Mexico City)
Contract: Freelance to start, with potential for permanent role
Languages: Fluent English & Spanish (written and spoken)

About the Role

We’re looking for a creator-focused video editor based in Mexico City to support a roster of high-profile content creators. This role is focused on transforming long-form content (YouTube, Twitch, podcasts, streams) into high-performing short-form video optimised for platforms such as TikTok, Instagram (Reels), Facebook, Snapchat, YouTube Shorts, and others.

You’ll typically work across 4–5 creators at a time, helping to build their reach, brand, and audience across social platforms beyond their primary channel. This is a freelance contract to start, with the opportunity to become a full-time permanent role based on performance and output.

Key Responsibilities

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  Edit long-form creator content (YouTube videos, Twitch streams, VODs, podcasts) into engaging short-form clips
  
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  Optimise content specifically for:
  
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    TikTok
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    Instagram Reels / Meta platforms
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    Snapchat
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    YouTube Shorts and emerging platforms
    
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  Receive briefs from the wider team and translate them into platform-native edits
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  Select compelling moments, hooks, and narratives that drive retention and views
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  Frame and crop footage correctly for vertical and platform-specific formats
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  Add subtitles/captions (manual + AI-assisted workflows)
  Ensure content aligns with each creator’s tone, personality, and brand image
  Collaborate with producers, social strategists, and other editors
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  Take joint ownership of content output quality, volume, and consistency
  Help grow creator viewership, discoverability, and brand presence across platforms

What You’ll Be Working On

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  Short-form clips from:
  
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    YouTube videos
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    Twitch streams & VODs
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    Creator podcasts
    
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  Fast-turnaround, social-first content
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  Multiple creators simultaneously (typically 4–5)
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  Content designed to drive:
  
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    Views
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    Engagement
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    Follower growth
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    Brand consistency
    

Required Skills & Experience

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  Proven experience editing short-form content for creators or brands
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  Strong understanding of social platforms and what performs on each
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  Fluent in English and Spanish (essential)
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  Confident in subtitling and captioning content
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  Excellent framing, pacing, and storytelling skills
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  Proficient in video editing software such as:
  
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    Adobe Premiere Pro
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    Final Cut Pro
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    DaVinci Resolve
    
• Comfortable using AI and automation tools for subtitling and workflow efficiency
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  Strong attention to detail and quality control
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  Ability to manage multiple creators and briefs at once
  
  

Nice to Have

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  Experience working with streaming, or creator-led content
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  Knowledge of Twitch culture, YouTube creator ecosystems, or influencer marketing
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  Motion graphics or light animation skills
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  Experience working with agencies or creator management teams
  
  

 

Contract & Growth

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  Freelance contract initially
  
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  Consistent workload
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  Opportunity to transition into a permanent role based on performance
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  Work as part of a global creator and social team
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  Exposure to major creators and international campaigns
  
  

How to Apply

Please include:

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  A short introduction
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  Your portfolio or examples of short-form creator edits
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  Confirmation of English & Spanish fluency
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  Availability and freelance rate