Defiant - Video Editor Contractor - Short-Form Content

Client: Defiant

Location: via Workable Jobs

Contract: Contractor, Contractor, Contractor

Job Description

Defiant is a small, dynamic, fast-growing, and profitable company that leads in WordPress security, protecting over 5 million websites globally. We are seeking a highly skilled Video Editor with expertise in creating short-form content for platforms like YouTube Shorts, TikTok, Instagram Reels, and Facebook Reels. This is a contract/freelance role with flexible hours, allowing for remote work from anywhere in the United States. The hourly rate is $35 - $50 per hour, depending on experience.

Requirements

We are looking for candidates with the following qualifications:

• 1+ years of experience in video editing, with a strong portfolio showcasing short-form content.
• Proficiency in Adobe Premiere Pro, After Effects, CapCut, DaVinci Resolve, or similar editing software (Davinci Resolve preferred).
• Strong understanding of platform-specific trends, modern short-form video best practices, engagement tactics, and viral content strategies.
• Experience with motion graphics, typography, and sound design.
• Experience with marketing metrics, analytics reporting, and brand goal and strategy alignment.
• Ability to manage multiple projects with fast turnaround times while maintaining high quality.

Preferred Skills & Knowledge

Candidates with the following experience will be preferred:

• WordPress Expertise - familiarity with WordPress, WordPress security, plugins (e.g., Wordfence), website management, and common vulnerabilities.
• Cybersecurity Knowledge - understanding of cybersecurity concepts, malware, firewalls, and bug bounty programs.
• Tech & Software Knowledge - experience editing educational or technical content, particularly in cybersecurity, web development, or IT-related fields.

Responsibilities

The Video Editor will be responsible for:

• Editing and producing high-quality short-form videos optimized for TikTok, YouTube Shorts, Instagram Reels, and Facebook Reels.
• Utilizing trending effects, motion graphics, text animations, and sound design to create engaging content.
• Repurposing long-form educational and technical content into bite-sized, shareable clips.
• Staying up to date with social media trends, video formats, and engagement tactics.
• Collaborating with content creators and the internal marketing team to align video content with brand objectives.
• Ensuring videos are optimized for SEO, audience retention, and platform-specific performance metrics.
• Maintaining a consistent visual style and brand identity across all content.
• Optimizing for brand goals, strategy, and results, not just for views or viral potential.

Hiring Process

We review all applications submitted and respond to candidates typically within one to two weeks. All interviews are conducted remotely with no travel involved. A trial period of approximately 2-3 weeks is required, with a minimum commitment of 10 hours per week. Candidates will be paid for this short-term contract, which will help assess the suitability for ongoing employment. All offers of employment are contingent on a successful background check, which does not automatically disqualify candidates based on results.

Other Information

Defiant emphasizes a company culture centered on trust, flexibility, and communication, with a fully remote team working collaboratively using tools such as Slack, FogBugz, GitHub, and Google Apps. We value diversity in our workplace and do not discriminate based on any non-performance-related status.