We are looking for a video editor intern who can create high-quality, fast-paced social media videos by combining raw footage, motion graphics, and creative storytelling. This is a hands-on role focused on execution. You will work on short-form content across platforms like Instagram and LinkedIn, ensuring every video is engaging, clean, and on-brand. Your goal is simple: Deliver scroll-stopping videos consistently with speed and precision. As a video editor intern, you will edit short-form videos for social media by combining raw footage, motion graphics, and captions into engaging, scroll-stopping content.
Selected intern's day-to-day responsibilities include
A. Video editing & output (50%):
Edit and deliver 4-5 high-quality videos per week
Work with raw footage, overlays, and mixed media elements
Maintain strong pacing, hooks, and storytelling
Ensure high visual and audio quality in every output
Metrics you'll own: Videos delivered per week, rework rate per video and turnaround time per edit
B. Motion & creative execution (30%):
Create basic motion graphics and kinetic typography
Add transitions, overlays, and visual effects
Experiment with different video styles (UGC, explainer, collage)
Maintain consistency in visual language and style
Metrics you'll own: Quality of motion and visual execution, consistency across videos and feedback iterations required
C. Platform optimization & speed (20%):
Format videos for Reels (9:16) and square formats (1:1)
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Use AI tools to speed up editing and enhance output
Manage multiple edits without delays
Metrics you'll own: On-time delivery rate, platform readiness of videos and editing speed improvement over time
Use tools like:
Adobe Premiere Pro
Adobe After Effects
CapCut
Runway/AI tools
Frame.io
Note:
Location: India (Remote)
Work timings: 10 am - 7 pm IST or 1 pm - 10 pm IST, depending on the role
Working days: Monday to Friday, with 2 alternate Saturdays working, and the 5th Saturday of the month will be a working day
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted
What would success look like for you?
Consistently delivering high-quality videos on time
Low rework and clear improvement over time
Strong understanding of content formats and hooks
Ability to handle multiple edits without missing deadlines
Skill(s) required
Adobe After Effects Adobe Premiere Pro Capcut Generative AI Tools
Who can apply
Only those candidates can apply who
are available for the work from home job/internship
can start the work from home job/internship between 25th Jun'26 and 30th Jul'26
are available for duration of 6 months
have relevant skills and interests
Women wanting to start/restart their career can also apply.
Other requirements
Basic to intermediate experience with video editing
Familiarity with tools like Premiere Pro, After Effects, or CapCut
Understanding of short-form content (Reels, TikTok)
Good sense of timing, transitions, and storytelling
Ability to follow structured feedback
Experience with motion graphics or kinetic typography
Exposure to AI tools like Runway, Firefly, or similar
Experience editing for creators or brands
Interest in content, social media, or storytelling
Perks
Certificate
Number of openings
1
About Optimite
Optimite is an email design and development agency that collaborates with digital agencies worldwide. We specialise in creating white-label email designs for our clients. Our services go beyond design creation; we also assist in implementing the designs within ESPs (email service providers) or building them using email builders integrated with ESPs. With a focus on quality and innovation, we have been privileged to work with numerous reputable agencies and have served over 3000 clients in the past four years.
