Creative Video Editor — Short-Form Content (YouTube Shorts, Reels, TikTok)

About the Opportunity

Silicon Valley Girl is a podcast hosted by Marina Mogilko, a Silicon Valley-based creator and entrepreneur with a total audience of more than 18 million followers. The show has featured guests such as Reid Hoffman, Mustafa Suleyman, Priscilla Chan, Aravind Srinivas, Amjad Masad, and Thomas Dohmke.

The team is seeking a practical, hands-on creative video editor who can turn long podcast episodes into short-form clips that are compelling enough to stop the scroll. The work will play a direct role in how audiences discover and interact with conversations that are meaningful and timely.

What You'll Do

• Convert full podcast episodes into engaging 30-90 second videos tailored for YouTube Shorts, Instagram Reels, and TikTok.
• Help shape upcoming episodes by proposing questions and topics that have strong viral potential in short-form formats.
• Build strong narrative flow using b-roll, motion graphics, captions, and inventive visual effects.
• Use advanced AI tools such as Kling, SORA, Nano Banana, Gemini, Higgsfield, and ElevenLabs to improve production quality.
• Post content directly to social platforms and review results to strengthen future content decisions.
• Track emerging trends and turn them into practical creative directions.
• Maintain an organized editing process, including structured file management, consistent naming, and efficient version control.
• Deliver routine edits on the same day while still maintaining a high standard of quality.

What We're Looking For

• At least 2 years of experience producing short-form video content that drives results, whether in an agency, in-house, or freelance setting.
• Strong command of professional editing software such as Premiere Pro, Final Cut, DaVinci Resolve, CapCut, or similar tools.
• Practical experience using AI-assisted tools for content creation.
• Good instinct for what succeeds on YouTube Shorts, Instagram Reels, and TikTok.
• Solid cultural awareness, including an understanding of current trends, humor, and tasteful but sharp editing choices.
• Excellent attention to detail, paired with the ability to work quickly.
• Comfortable working independently while also collaborating effectively with others.
• A portfolio that demonstrates successful short-form video work.
• Availability to work during European or Pacific Time hours.

Location

This is a remote role, with preference for candidates available during European or Pacific time zones.