Social Editor

TEKsystems•New York, NY

3d•$45 - $60•Hybrid

About The Position

We’re looking for a fast, resourceful, and editorially sharp Social Content Editor to support executive social media content for a high level leader. This role is deeply focused on post-production—transforming raw footage into high-impact, platform-native content with strong pacing, storytelling, and polish. You’ll operate as a highly autonomous editor in a fast-paced, high-trust environment where speed and editorial judgment are critical. You should be just as comfortable cutting a compelling sizzle reel on your phone between meetings as you are building a refined edit at your desk. With minimal production support, success in this role depends on your ability to take raw inputs and independently craft them into engaging, finished content. The content strategy will continue to evolve, so you should be excited by iteration, experimentation, and owning the editorial voice across platforms.

Requirements

5–7 years of experience in video editing with a strong focus on short-form, fast-turnaround social content
Exceptional editing skills—your work demonstrates sharp instincts for pacing, storytelling, timing, and audience engagement
Advanced proficiency in mobile editing tools (e.g., CapCut, InShot, Adobe Rush) and desktop software (e.g., Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro)
Proven ability to take unstructured or raw footage and independently craft compelling, narrative-driven edits
Strong understanding of what makes content perform across different platforms, with the ability to edit natively for each
Comfort capturing usable footage on a smartphone when needed, though your primary strength is in post-production
Experience working on executive, public-facing, or high-visibility content where tone and precision matter
Working knowledge of motion graphics, text animation, and basic design principles
Self-starter mindset—you can manage your own editing pipeline and make decisions quickly without heavy oversight
Ability to maintain a polished, professional, and neutral tone across all content

Nice To Haves

Experience editing for public figures, influencer content, or high-profile social accounts
Experience with advanced motion graphics or animation workflows
Strong intuition for viral formats, hooks, and retention strategies in short-form video

Responsibilities

Lead the end-to-end editing process for short-form social content, including sizzle reels, talking heads, interviews, and event recaps
Rapidly transform raw footage into polished, engaging edits with strong narrative structure, pacing, and tone
Operate as a highly independent editor—capturing footage when needed, but primarily focused on editing and post-production
Optimize edits for multiple social platforms, tailoring pacing, framing, hooks, and formats to maximize performance
Add motion graphics, text overlays, captions, and visual treatments that enhance clarity, engagement, and storytelling
Develop repeatable editing styles, templates, and visual systems to streamline production and maintain consistency
Maintain fast turnaround times while upholding high editorial standards and attention to detail
Partner directly with stakeholders, incorporating feedback quickly and translating direction into strong editorial output
Continuously refine the editing approach as the content strategy and audience evolve