VIDEO EDITOR: 1099

About the Role

KENTECH Consulting Inc. is an award-winning background technology screening company and the creator of innovative projects such as eKnowID.com and ClarityIQ. We are looking for a talented and creative Video Editor to elevate our content across YouTube and social media platforms. As a small, agile company, your work will directly impact our customers and help shape the next evolution of background investigations.

Mission & Values

We're on a mission to help the world make clear and informed hiring decisions. Our team exhibits the following core values:

• Customer Focused: We are customer-focused and results-driven.
• Growth Minded: We believe in collaborative learning and industry best practices to deliver excellence.
• Fact Finders: We are passionate investigators for discovery and truth.
• Community and Employee Partnerships: We believe there is no greater power for transformation than delivering on what communities and employees care about.

Responsibilities

• Edit engaging and dynamic videos for YouTube, Instagram, LinkedIn, TikTok, and other platforms while following brand guidelines.
• Transform raw footage, including interviews, product demos, explainers, and reels, into polished and cohesive stories.
• Enhance visual appeal by incorporating thumbnails, b-roll, motion graphics, text overlays, transitions, background music, and sound effects.
• Analyze video performance metrics and provide insights to improve future content strategy.
• Collaborate with marketing and creative teams to ensure video content aligns with company objectives.
• Stay current on platform-specific best practices and digital trends to strengthen content visibility.

Requirements

• Two or more years of experience editing videos for YouTube and social media.
• Proficiency in Adobe Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro, or similar editing software.
• Ability to deliver quick turnaround times, especially for short-form content.
• Strong storytelling ability and an eye for composition, detail, and pacing.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills when working with cross-functional teams.
• Self-motivated, organized, and able to meet deadlines in a fast-paced, remote environment.

Skills

• Strong attention to detail, ensuring visual and sound quality meet brand standards.
• Effective time management, with the ability to handle multiple projects.
• Creativity and the ability to bring new and innovative ideas to video content.
• Problem-solving skills to quickly address technical and creative challenges.

Bonus Points

• Experience with motion graphics and animation.
• Knowledge of YouTube SEO and optimization.
• A portfolio that includes high-engagement or viral content.

Benefits

• Opportunity for advancement.
• Opportunities to create a diverse mix of content.

Pay & Schedule

Remote contractor role, open to international candidates. Project-based compensation with competitive rates. Flexible work schedule based on company needs.