Video Editor

Keywords Studios Open · verified Sep 10, 2026

Remote US Contract Mid-level Video Production

Mid-level Video Production role at Keywords Studios. Remote, United States · contract.

Role brief

Growth Roles summary, based on the employer's posting.

What you'll do

You'll manage several complex video projects at once, moving each from pre-production through post
You'll develop trailers with creative, production, and capture partners for varied platforms and purposes
You'll use sound design, music, and voice-over to strengthen each trailer's emotional effect
You'll coordinate with graphics artists on VFX and motion graphics for important moments, dialogue, and expressions

What you bring

You'll need proficiency in Adobe Premiere, After Effects, and DaVinci Resolve
You'll bring trailer-editing experience and a portfolio showing storytelling, pacing, and action-focused work
You'll have experience combining visual effects with sound design

Who this fits

You’ll suit this role if you enjoy trailer storytelling, game or cinematic projects, and deadline-focused production. Knowledge of multiplayer games, RPGs, or FPS titles, plus clear communication, will help. The position is a remote contractor role based in the United States.

From the employer

As an Editor, you’ll lead multiple complex, fast-paced video projects simultaneously, from pre-production through post. You’ll collaborate closely with the creative team, capture team, producers, assistant editors, and motion graphics designers to craft innovative trailers.

Responsibilities

Collaborate with the creative team, producers, and (in most cases) the capture team to conceptualize and deliver high-quality trailers for a variety of platforms and uses
Implement sound design, music, and voice-over elements to enhance the emotional impact of each trailer
Partner with the graphics team to apply visual effects and motion graphics that highlight key moments, dialogue, and character expressions

Requirements

Proficiency in Adobe Premiere, After Effects, and DaVinci Resolve
Proven experience editing trailers
A strong portfolio demonstrating a deep understanding of storytelling, pacing, and action-driven editing
Experience integrating VFX and sound design
Strong grasp of narrative structure, pacing, and emotional tone in trailer editing

Preferred Qualifications

Experience editing trailers for video games or cinematic projects
Knowledge of multiplayer games, RPGs, and FPS titles
Passion for video games and storytelling
Excellent communication skills, with the ability to explain complex ideas eloquently
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven production environment