Creative Virtual Assistant – Video Editor, Graphic Designer

Virtual Colleague Philippines

. Edit long-form YouTube videos, typically up to 20 minutes .

Posted 11/9/2026part-timeRemote • AustraliaJuniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in video editing and graphic design, with a strong focus on creating engaging content for YouTube and social media platforms. Proficient in using Descript and Canva to produce high-quality videos and visual assets while adhering to brand guidelines.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Video EditingDescript ProficiencyCanva Graphic DesignContent RepurposingSocial Media Management

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Hard Skills

Video Editing TechniquesLong-Form Video EditingShort-Form Video EditingGraphic CreationStorytelling in VideoCaptions and TransitionsTime ManagementAttention to DetailPortfolio DevelopmentContent Formatting

Soft Skills

Effective CommunicationReceptiveness to FeedbackIndependenceAdaptabilityDetail-Oriented

Tools & Technologies

DescriptCanvaAdobe Creative CloudSocial Media PlatformsVideo Export Formats

Industry Keywords

YouTube Content CreationSocial Media ContentBrand GuidelinesVideo RepurposingEducational Content Editing

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Cloud

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Edit long-form YouTube videos, typically up to 20 minutes
Repurpose long-form YouTube videos into shorter clips for Instagram and LinkedIn
Identify suitable sections of longer videos for engaging short-form content
Add captions, text overlays, transitions, and other relevant editing elements
Ensure videos are professionally edited, engaging, and aligned with brand style
Incorporate feedback and make revisions
Export videos in appropriate formats and dimensions for each platform
Create YouTube thumbnails using existing Canva templates
Design chapter slides and end screens for YouTube videos
Create title covers and supporting graphics for social media videos
Update Canva templates by replacing copy, images, and other elements
Export and prepare graphics for video and social media platforms
Maintain consistency with existing branding and visual guidelines
Assist with preparing and repurposing content for Instagram and LinkedIn
Support social media content preparation and scheduling if experienced
Help ensure content is formatted appropriately for each platform
Provide regular communication and updates on work progress
Manage agreed deliverables and deadlines independently

Requirements

What you’ll need

At least 6 months of proven experience in video editing, preferably using Descript
Demonstrated experience editing both long-form and short-form video content
Strong understanding of video editing techniques, pacing, captions, transitions, and storytelling
Experience creating graphics and visual assets using Canva
Ability to work with existing templates and follow brand guidelines
Good written and spoken English communication skills
Strong attention to detail and ability to follow written briefs and instructions
Ability to manage time effectively, work independently, and meet agreed deadlines
Receptive to feedback and comfortable making revisions
Portfolio showcasing relevant previous work, including long-form YouTube videos, short-form social media content, video repurposing, graphic designs, and YouTube thumbnails where available
Candidates must indicate their level and duration of experience with Descript
Shortlisted candidates may be required to complete a paid practical editing test within approximately 30–60 minutes
Preferred experience editing YouTube videos and repurposing content for Instagram and LinkedIn
Preferred experience creating YouTube thumbnails, chapter slides, and end screens
Familiarity with Adobe Creative Cloud preferred
Experience with social media management and content scheduling preferred
Experience editing educational, business, software demonstration, or technical content preferred
Ability to use Descript, Canva, Adobe Creative Cloud, or other approved video editing and graphic design software

Benefits

Comp & perks

Flexible working schedule with no strict requirement to work within Australian business hours
Ability to manage own working hours provided agreed deliverables and deadlines are met
Client-provided access to existing software subscriptions and licenses
Adobe Creative Cloud access can be provided
Potential to increase working hours in 2027 depending on business growth and client contracts
Paid practical editing test for shortlisted candidates