Video Editor (Contractor)

Responsibilities: Edit polished long-form videos, podcasts, and short-form content for You Tube, Tik Tok, Instagram, Facebook, and emerging platforms Translate creative briefs, pre-production outlines, and packaging direction into focused edits with strong hooks, pacing, structure, and storytelling Maintain organized, handoff-ready project files that follow ACQ Media's naming conventions, folder structures, and post-production workflows Communicate progress, surface blockers early, collaborate with other editors, and incorporate feedback within agreed timelines Use performance data, platform trends, and emerging editing tools to improve future creative and workflow decisions

Requirements: At least 2 years of professional video editing experience, with a portfolio demonstrating strong long-form and short-form work Advanced proficiency in Adobe Premiere Pro and the editorial judgment to turn raw footage into a clear, compelling narrative Excellent file-management habits and experience working within collaborative post-production pipelines Reliable written and verbal communication, including responsiveness in Slack and familiarity with project-management tools such as Monday.com Working knowledge of audience-retention principles, platform-native content practices, and AI-assisted editing workflows Results Long-form videos are delivered on time and support strong audience retention and watch time Short-form edits meet platform-native quality standards and support the planned publishing cadence Project files remain accurate, organized, and ready for another editor to continue without confusion Stakeholders receive timely status updates, and delivery risks are raised early with practical solutions Performance insights and workflow improvements are applied to subsequent edits Schedule This is an on-demand freelance engagement with no guaranteed minimum number of working days. Work may range from approximately three days in a month to three weeks in a month, depending on production needs. Availability during US West Coast business hours is preferred for collaboration. Location This is a remote engagement. Candidates must be able to collaborate effectively with a team operating primarily during US West Coast business hours.

Compensation: $400-$500 per day The final day rate will be based on relevant experience and the scope of the assignment. The rate and expected number of working days will be agreed upon before each assignment begins. This role is a not an employed position and it is not eligible for benefits. ACQ Core Values Our core values are the heart and soul of this incredible company. The right person for this role will appreciate each of these values, personally subscribe to them, and understand why each is critical to having a great business. Competitive Greatness Be at your best when your best is needed. Enjoyment of a hard challenge. Those who have the drive to constantly improve, the superior intellect and long term commitment to see incremental improvements become compounding returns. Sincere Candor Have the self awareness to accurately perceive and communicate hard truths that improve others and self, the courage to do so, and the humility to accept them, even when it hurts. Nothing great can be built without feedback: internally or externally. Unimpeachable Character Be the type of person with whom people are always proud to associate, personally and professionally. We look for true alignment of thoughts, words, and actions towards a goal worth pursuing.