Video Editor

Located in Blue Area, Islamabad, this full-time, permanent Video Editor position offers a hybrid work environment with a competitive salary ranging from PKR 50,000 to 100,000 per month, depending on experience. The role requires immediate availability and involves editing both YouTube content and online educational courses for Eduta.org. The ideal candidate will have a strong grasp of storytelling, pacing, and viewer psychology, capable of balancing engaging entertainment with clear, structured educational material.

Key Responsibilities

- Edit long-form YouTube videos including documentaries, true crime, news, and story-driven formats, ensuring smooth synchronization of voiceovers with B-roll, transitions, sound effects, and background music.
- Manage pacing, rhythm, and visual flow to maximize viewer retention and prepare videos for YouTube delivery, including correct aspect ratios, exports, and overall structure.
- Maintain an organized archive of all completed projects for easy access and reference.
- Edit educational videos for online courses with clarity and consistency, collaborating closely with course creators and subject matter experts.
- Incorporate learning-focused visuals such as on-screen text, graphics, and simple animations while maintaining brand consistency across all course content.
- Efficiently handle multiple lessons and modules, ensuring timely delivery without compromising quality.
- Work collaboratively with writers, voiceover artists, and educators, applying feedback promptly and managing deadlines effectively.

Required Qualifications

- Minimum of 2 years of professional video editing experience.
- Proficiency in Adobe Premiere Pro and CapCut for video editing tasks.
- Working knowledge of Adobe Photoshop and Adobe Illustrator for creating thumbnails, overlays, and graphics.
- Strong attention to detail, demonstrated through clean cuts, accurate subtitles, consistent visuals, and polished exports.
- Experience working with subtitles, stock footage, and basic motion elements.
- Solid understanding of pacing, storytelling techniques, and audience retention strategies.
- Highly organized with excellent file management and project archiving skills.
- Ability to work independently while managing multiple projects simultaneously.

Preferred Qualifications and Benefits

- Experience editing documentaries, crime, or news content is highly desirable.
- Familiarity with Adobe After Effects for motion graphics creation.
- Knowledge of color correction and audio balancing techniques.
- Experience using collaboration and project management tools such as Frame.io, Notion, or Trello.
- Ability to deliver fast turnaround times without sacrificing quality.

Applicants are encouraged to submit a resume or LinkedIn profile, a portfolio or showreel showcasing YouTube or educational video work, and a brief cover note outlining their editing experience and availability. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the deadline on November 15, 2026.

Candidates selected for interviews will be contacted by phone. It is essential that applicants keep their phone lines active and reachable, as missed or unanswered calls will result in disqualification from further consideration.

If you excel at creating videos that both captivate audiences and deliver clear educational messages, this opportunity is well-suited to your skills and ambitions.