Social Media Video Editor - Education (Contract)

Study.com C

17h • Remote

About The Position

Study.com is a leading online education platform helping millions of learners achieve their educational goals. We are expanding our social video presence across YouTube and TikTok and are seeking a skilled Video Editor to help bring engaging, high-quality educational videos to life. This is an online, remote contract role where all work is paid per piece. As a Video Editor for Study.com, you’ll collaborate closely with our project teams and on-camera presenters to produce professional, platform-specific videos that inform, entertain, and inspire learners worldwide. Your work will include editing long-form YouTube content and short-form TikTok content while following brand guidelines and ensuring excellence in storytelling, pacing, and visual engagement.

Requirements

• 2+ years of video editing experience, including social media and long-form content (e.g., YouTube and TikTok) editing.
• Strong portfolio demonstrating expertise in both short-form and long-form video editing.
• Proficiency with video editing software (e.g., Adobe Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro, DaVinci Resolve).
• Ability to create engaging visual narratives and dynamic motion graphics.
• Solid understanding of platform formatting, pacing, and audience engagement.
• Knowledge of copyright-safe media sourcing and licensing practices.
• Reliable turnaround and time-management skills.

Nice To Haves

• Degree or coursework in film, video production, digital media, or related field.
• Experience working with workflow tools like Wistia, Smartsheet, or comparable project systems.
• Familiarity with advanced editing plugins (e.g., eye contact correction, color balancing, generative visuals).

Responsibilities

• Edit raw footage into 5–20 minute videos optimized for YouTube as well as 1–3 minute videos optimized for TikTok.
• Follow Study.com’s brand and style guidelines across both platforms.
• Source or create copyright-safe visuals, music, and sound effects.
• Add text overlays, motion graphics, and visual enhancements tailored to platform formats.
• Collaborate with content producers to ensure final videos meet quality standards and project briefs.
• Apply best practices for pacing, storytelling, and engagement specific to YouTube and TikTok audiences.
• Organize project files, maintain clear version control, and deliver edits within specified turnaround timelines.

Benefits

• Reliable Payments: You'll receive payments twice a month and automated invoicing for your work.
• Remote Work: This is a fully online contracted work-from-home opportunity.
• Flexibility: Work when you want, where you want, as often as you want, with no minimums/maximums.
• Support: Our supportive staff is available answer your questions and help you get up and running.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: No Education Listed