Freelance Video Editor (Creator & Short-Form Focus)

Location: Mexico City (Remote within Mexico City)
Contract: Freelance to start, with potential for permanent role
Languages: Fluent English & Spanish (written and spoken)

About the Role

We’re looking for a creator-focused video editor based in Mexico City to support a roster of high-profile content creators. This role is focused on transforming long-form content (YouTube, Twitch, podcasts, streams) into high-performing short-form video optimised for platforms such as TikTok, Instagram (Reels), Facebook, Snapchat, YouTube Shorts, and others.

You’ll typically work across 4–5 creators at a time, helping to build their reach, brand, and audience across social platforms beyond their primary channel. This is a freelance contract to start, with the opportunity to become a full-time permanent role based on performance and output.

Key Responsibilities

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Edit long-form creator content (YouTube videos, Twitch streams, VODs, podcasts) into engaging short-form clips

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Optimise content specifically for:

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TikTok

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Instagram Reels / Meta platforms

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Snapchat

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YouTube Shorts and emerging platforms

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Receive briefs from the wider team and translate them into platform-native edits

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Select compelling moments, hooks, and narratives that drive retention and views

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Frame and crop footage correctly for vertical and platform-specific formats

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Add subtitles/captions (manual + AI-assisted workflows)
Ensure content aligns with each creator’s tone, personality, and brand image
Collaborate with producers, social strategists, and other editors

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Take joint ownership of content output quality, volume, and consistency
Help grow creator viewership, discoverability, and brand presence across platforms

What You’ll Be Working On

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Short-form clips from:

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YouTube videos

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Twitch streams & VODs

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Creator podcasts

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Fast-turnaround, social-first content

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Multiple creators simultaneously (typically 4–5)

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Content

📌 Freelance Video Editor (Mexicali)
🏢 NewGen
📍 Mexicali