Video Editor

Video Editor & Storyteller

About Us

Backyard Collective is an un-agency shaping stories for brands through content, social media, branding, marketing, and new-age storytelling. We’re not chasing trends — we’re building narratives that make brands unforgettable. At the heart of this is video. And we’re looking for a video editor who doesn’t just cut clips, but crafts stories.

What You’ll Do

Editing with Speed & Precision

Deliver high-quality edits with quick turnaround times from brand films to reels, shorts, podcasts, and event coverage.

Maintain technical excellence across formats : sound, transitions, pacing, grading, and motion.

Storytelling through the Edit Table

Shape raw footage into powerful stories that flow seamlessly.

Work with rhythm, emotion, and cinematic pacing not just aesthetics.

Use your understanding of narrative arcs to elevate even short-form edits into experiences.

Cinematic & Contemporary Awareness

Draw inspiration from cinema and pop culture to push creative boundaries.

Stay sharp on what’s working in micro-content (reels, shorts, YouTube edits, podcast cuts).

Blend cinematic craft with digital-first energy.

Collaboration with the Creative Team

Be involved in pre-production ideation to set yourself (and the team) up for stronger post-production outcomes.

Work with directors, designers, and writers to ensure the edit aligns with the larger creative vision.

Suggest formats, transitions, and techniques proactively instead of only executing briefs.

Technical Mastery

Advanced knowledge of Premiere Pro / Final Cut Pro / DaVinci Resolve (and After Effects is a plus).

Strong skills in

text animation, color grading, and basic motion graphics

to elevate edits.

Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously without compromising on quality.

Manage assets, workflows, and file structures for smooth collaboration.

What We’re Looking For

2–4 years of experience in editing films, ads, or content across formats.

A showreel that demonstrates both storytelling chops and technical finesse.

Strong sense of pacing, rhythm, and music usage.

Awareness of global cinema references and digital-first editing styles.

Ability to think like a storyteller, not just an editor.

Agility to work on both long-form content and micro-content with equal strength.

Bonus : Experience in motion graphics, sound design, or experimental formats.

Why Join Us

Be the editor shaping films, reels, and stories for some of the most exciting brands, artists, and experiences.

Work in an environment that values experimentation and bold storytelling.

Collaborate with a tight, visionary creative team that wants you involved at every stage.

Build a portfolio that spans both cinematic and cutting-edge digital work.