Video Editor

Role Overview

We Are Social is hiring a Video Editor to join its expanding team in New York, NY. This role bridges strategic thinking and visual execution, turning ideas into polished design and motion work that meets both client goals and agency quality expectations. The right person will be highly attuned to social trends, enjoy hands-on creative work, and bring a strong instinct for what performs well with online audiences.

About the Agency

We Are Social is a creative agency built around social connections. The team focuses on what is trending and develops campaigns designed to spark conversation. Its “Ideas Worth Talking About” approach has contributed to culturally resonant campaigns for major brands including McDonald’s, Adidas, Universal Studios, and YouTube.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Spot emerging social trends and turn them into ideas that remain aligned with each brand’s voice and goals.
• Convert abstract or complex concepts into clear, visually strong creative that works for varied audiences and supports client objectives.
• Conceptualize, produce, shoot, and edit stories that are tailored to the standards and formats of each social platform.
• Present and defend design decisions and creative thinking to both internal teams and outside stakeholders.
• Solve creative and production challenges with flexible approaches while preserving the quality of the final visual output.
• Work closely with different teams to maintain strong collaboration and deliver a cohesive finished product.
• Handle several tasks at once, including fast-turnaround real-time content, trend-based edits, and accurate on-time delivery.
• Create varied content across photography, video, design, and platform-specific tools depending on the client, moment, and idea.
• Adapt smoothly between different styles while still finding fresh, distinctive ways to make content memorable and shareable.
• Build presentation materials, mockups, and light retouching assets that help sell creative concepts to high-profile clients.
• Use AI tools to accelerate creative exploration by generating multiple design directions for a single concept.

What We Are Looking For

• Someone who works well in a fast-moving environment and can respond quickly and proactively.
• A self-starter who can move an idea from concept through delivery and handle feedback confidently.
• A creative thinker who wants to help set trends rather than simply follow them.
• Deep awareness of what resonates with social-first audiences and how to keep content relevant.

Requirements

• At least 3 years of experience in an agency, studio, or a similar creative setting.
• A bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design, Multimedia, or a related field.
• A portfolio that shows strong short-form content work across design and motion, along with an understanding of platform best practices.
• Practical knowledge of Adobe tools such as Photoshop, Illustrator, Premiere, After Effects, Lightroom, and InDesign.
• Solid familiarity with Instagram and TikTok features, creator tools such as CapCut, and the surrounding culture, including trends, memes, and sports communities.
• A clear opinion on what captures attention, increases views, and helps grow a loyal social following.
• Strong command of color, layout, typography, hierarchy, and visual storytelling.
• A habit of staying current with design and social trends, while also keeping an eye on emerging technology.

About Working Here

• The team has a collaborative, lighthearted culture and enjoys celebrating together.
• A passport program offers the chance to work from one of 18 other offices around the world, including Paris, Singapore, Madrid, Dubai, and London.
• The agency supports celebrating both wins and setbacks as part of learning and growth.
• The company is committed to sustainability and community-focused efforts, including carbon offsets and community kitchens.
• Snacks are available in the office.

Equal Opportunity

We Are Social is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, childbirth and breastfeeding, age, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable law.

Additional Information

This opportunity is based in New York, NY. The employer also notes compliance with California privacy notice requirements for job applicants and employees.