COMPLEX - FREELANCE VIDEO EDITOR

Responsibilities

• Edit full videos end-to-end for various formats including YouTube and social platforms.
• Craft high-quality edits for longform news interviews, short-form vertical video series with motion graphics, and brand-specific sizzle reels.
• Apply advanced editing techniques like audio leveling, color correction, transitions, and GFX integration using Adobe Premiere Pro, Adobe After Effects, and Photoshop.
• Collaborate with producers to shape narratives aligned with Complex’s editorial tone and cultural voice.
• Manage diverse footage across different formats, frame rates, resolutions, and codecs.
• Maintain organized project structures, adhering to established naming conventions, media workflows, and archiving protocols.
• Optimize exports for platform-specific technical specs while maintaining creative and editorial integrity.

Requirements

• 4-8 years of experience editing digital-first content, demonstrated through a reel featuring longform interviews, vertical video series, and sizzle reels.
• Advanced proficiency in Adobe Premiere Pro, and strong skills in After Effects.
• A sharp eye for storytelling, pacing, rhythm, and visual polish, coupled with technical precision.
• Experience working under tight deadlines and managing multiple projects effectively and creatively.
• Familiarity with third-party plugins (such as Maxon) and openness to experimenting with AI tools for image generation is a plus.
• A deep understanding of social platforms and their respective optimization best practices.
• A genuine interest in contemporary pop culture and appreciation for the diverse subject matter covered by Complex—music, fashion, sports, sneakers, internet culture, and entertainment.
• Clear, proactive communication skills and the ability to thrive in collaborative creative environments.
• Availability to work on-site at the NYC office 5 days a week.

Pay

The pay range for this position is hourly and may vary based on factors including location, experience, and performance.