Video Editor - Malayalam

Lokal is a company that started as a WhatsApp group and evolved into a family of focused apps aimed at connecting Tier-2/3+ India to knowledge, opportunities, tools, and experts through local-language internet, deep Bharat insight, and AI. They operate multiple apps across categories like edutainment, matrimonial, agri consulting, local jobs, social community, emotional well-being, astrology, and advisory services, with a core belief that access changes lives.

Location: India

Responsibilities

• Edit short-form and mid-length videos such as reels, social media ads, promos, and content explainers.
• Implement engaging hooks, dynamic pacing, and a strong narrative rhythm to maximize viewer retention.
• Tailor editing styles to suit platform-specific behaviors (e.g., fast cuts for Instagram, scroll-stopping openers for YouTube Shorts).
• Enhance video quality through thoughtful color grading, text animations, transitions, and immersive sound design.
• Collaborate closely with writers, designers, and creative leads to bring scripts and visual concepts to life.
• Stay updated on current editing trends, meme formats, cultural references, and audio trends to keep content fresh and relatable.
• Analyze ad performance metrics and apply learnings to improve edits for better click-through and completion rates.
• Edit videos in the required languages(English and Malayalam), ensuring linguistic accuracy, cultural relevance, and strong storytelling for the target audience.

Requirements

• 1–2 years of experience in video editing for social media or digital content.
• Proficiency in editing software like Adobe Premiere Pro, After Effects, Final Cut Pro, or similar.
• Strong portfolio of short-form content (reels, ads, promos).
• Good understanding of social platform algorithms and engagement tactics.
• Strong storytelling instincts, visual creativity, and sound design skills.
• Language proficiency: Ability to edit in Language — English and Malayalam, with cultural sensitivity and linguistic command.
• Proficiency in English & Malayalam (written and spoken) for internal coordination and review.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment with tight deadlines.