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Remote Contract Video Editor - Social Media & Course Videos

Fred Lundin CPA - Chicago, IL (Remote Contract-Based Position)

Are you a talented and experienced video editor with a passion for creating engaging content for social media and online courses? Fred Lundin CPA, a Chicago-based company, is seeking a skilled remote contract Video Editor to join our team on a project basis.

We're looking for a creative individual with a strong portfolio showcasing your ability to produce high-quality videos that capture attention and effectively communicate information. This role offers the flexibility of remote work and project-based assignments.

Responsibilities:

• Edit video content for various social media platforms (Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, LinkedIn, etc.), ensuring platform-specific best practices are followed.
  
• Create engaging and informative video content for online courses, maintaining a clear and professional aesthetic.
  
• Collaborate with our team to understand project briefs, objectives, and target audiences.
  
• Apply creative input and incorporate feedback to refine video edits.
  
• Ensure all video content aligns with brand guidelines and maintains a consistent style.
  
• Manage project timelines and deliver high-quality work within agreed-upon deadlines.
  
• Maintain organized project files and adhere to efficient video editing workflows.
  
• Utilize your expertise in video editing software (e.g., Adobe Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro, CapCut) to bring our vision to life.
  
• Demonstrate proficiency in incorporating text overlays, graphics, music, and sound effects to enhance video engagement.
  
• Stay up-to-date with the latest trends and best practices in social media and online video content.
  

Qualifications:

• Proven experience as a video editor with a strong portfolio demonstrating expertise in both social media and course video production.
  
• Proficiency in industry-standard video editing software.
  
• Excellent understanding of video formats, codecs, and export settings for various platforms.
  
• Solid grasp of editing principles, including pacing, transitions, and storytelling techniques.
  
• Ability to create visually appealing and engaging content tailored to specific platforms and audiences.
  
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to delivering high-quality, error-free work.
  
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively remotely.
  
• Self-motivated and able to manage time and prioritize tasks effectively in a remote, project-based environment.
  
• A creative mindset with the ability to contribute innovative ideas to video projects.
  

Bonus Points:

• Experience with motion graphics and animation.
  
• Familiarity with accounting or financial topics.
  

We look forward to reviewing your application!

Requirements

Requirements:

• Portfolio: A strong online portfolio showcasing demonstrated experience in both social media video editing (short-form content, platform optimization) and course video editing (educational content, clear communication).
  
• Software Proficiency: Expert-level proficiency in industry-standard video editing software.
  
• Platform Expertise: Comprehensive understanding of video formats, codecs, and export settings tailored to various social media platforms (Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, LinkedIn, etc.).
  
• Editing Skills: Solid grasp of fundamental editing principles, including pacing, transitions, storytelling, and the ability to create visually engaging content.
  
• Attention to Detail: Meticulous attention to detail, ensuring high-quality, error-free video output.
  
• Communication & Collaboration: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively in a remote team environment.
  
• Time Management: Strong time management and organizational skills, with the ability to meet deadlines and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
  
• Remote Work Capability: Proven ability to work independently and effectively in a remote, project-based environment.
  
• Creativity: A creative mindset with the ability to contribute innovative ideas and bring a unique visual style to projects.
  

Fred Lundin CPA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race or ethnicity, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran disability or genetic information or any other reason prohibited by law in employment.