[Hiring] Short-Form Video Editor / Video Repurposing Virtual Assistant @Virtual Colleague Philippines

Role Description

Indigenous Geographic is looking for a Short-Form Video Editor / Video Repurposing Virtual Assistant to support its growing volume of digital video content. The primary focus of this position is to repurpose existing documentary footage and long-form video content into engaging, polished short-form videos for platforms such as:

• YouTube Shorts
• Instagram Reels
• TikTok

The successful candidate will work with footage supplied by the Indigenous Geographic team rather than being expected to independently research subjects and create documentary content from scratch. This is an excellent opportunity for a video editor who combines strong technical editing skills with storytelling instincts and an appreciation for culturally nuanced documentary content.

The ideal candidate will be able to look at a longer documentary, identify compelling moments, and transform those moments into concise short-form pieces while preserving the original story, meaning, and cultural context.

Qualifications

• Professional video editing experience.
• Strong short-form video editing ability.
• Experience creating vertical 9:16 videos.
• Experience repurposing long-form video into short-form content.
• Strong understanding of pacing and storytelling.
• Ability to identify compelling moments within longer footage.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to follow creative direction.
• Ability to work independently.
• Good English communication skills.
• Ability to accept and implement feedback.
• Reliable remote-work setup.
• Availability for at least 10 hours per week.

Requirements

• Strong proficiency in DaVinci Resolve.
• Adobe Premiere Pro experience.
• Documentary editing experience.
• Social-media video editing experience.
• YouTube Shorts experience.
• Instagram Reels experience.
• TikTok editing experience.
• Long-form-to-short-form repurposing experience.
• Professional RAW footage experience.
• Blackmagic camera footage experience.
• Basic color correction.
• Audio cleanup.
• Subtitle/caption editing.
• AI-assisted video editing.
• AI transcription/translation.
• Experience working with international teams.
• Experience with culturally sensitive documentary content.

Benefits

• Flexible working hours.
• Opportunity to work in a culturally rich environment.
• Remote work setup.
• Collaboration with a diverse team.

Company Description

An international documentary film and video production company dedicated to amplifying Indigenous voices, preserving cultural knowledge, and sharing authentic Indigenous stories with audiences around the world. The company produces documentary films, video productions, educational resources, and other media projects across a wide range of locations and cultural contexts.

• Focus on traditional documentary storytelling and emerging digital platforms.
• Collaboration with production teams, contractors, editors, and creative partners across multiple countries and time zones.
• Led by Matt LeMay, MMIE, CEO and Co-Founder of Indigenous Geographic.