Freelance Sr. Video Editor

Chicago , Illinois

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Remote, Hybrid

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Contract

Job ID 72979|Posted Jan 7, 2026
JOB DESCRIPTION

We are seeking a talented freelance video editor to join our team and contribute to a variety of marketing, corporate, and educational video projects. This role offers flexibility and the opportunity to work on diverse projects, delivering high-quality edits under tight deadlines. This is a freelance engagement and hours will vary depending on business needs (about 20-40 hours/month) 

Responsibilities

  • Collaborate with producers to edit video content from provided footage, templates, and creative direction.
  • Ensure all edits align with brand and editorial standards, delivering polished and professional results.
  • Apply templates efficiently across series-based projects and manage multiple projects with varying deadlines.
  • Deliver first cuts and revisions promptly while integrating into a structured review and approval process.

Skills

  • Over 5 years of professional video editing experience, showcasing a strong portfolio with high-level polish.
  • Advanced proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud, particularly Premiere Pro.
  • Strong communication skills and the ability to work independently while managing freelance scheduling.
  • Reliable availability for short-notice projects with clear deadlines.

Preferred Skills

  • Experience with After Effects and editing multi-camera shoots.
  • Comfort working with multiple reviewers and incorporating feedback efficiently.

At Horizontal, we embrace diversity, equity, and inclusion as core principles, fostering a welcoming and inclusive culture for all team members.

 

Once you apply for this position, you may receive a phone call, SMS or email at the time of application from our Virtual AI Recruiter, Alex, to conduct an initial interview.


Horizontal facilitates valuable and productive conversations between you and potential employers. We can assist you in growing your career by partnering you with employers that offer challenging assignments. For those that join the team, we offer competitive compensation and benefits including medical, dental, vision, and retirement. Check out all we have to offer and how you can become part of the Horizontal Talent Team. The pay range for this role is $45 - $51 per hour. This is not a guarantee of compensation, as final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited to experience and geographic location.

Horizontal is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. 

We seek to provide employment opportunities to talented, qualified candidates regardless of race, color, sex/gender including gender identity and/or expression, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, disability, marital status, citizen status, veteran status, or any other protected classification under federal, state or local law.

In addition, Horizontal will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you need to request a reasonable accommodation in order to complete the application or interview process, please contact us.

All applicants applying must be legally authorized to work in the country of employment.