Job Description

Job Title:

Video Editor

Department:

Creative Unit

Location:

Chennai

Employment Type:

Full-time (Campaign Contract)

Notice Period:

Immediate

About Demos

Disruption is inevitable -- and Indian politics has long awaited a

positive one.

Demos Project partners with organizations

determined to do things differently --

with strategy, speed, and substance. We work with leaders who have a healthy

impatience for change, helping them build long-term strategies and in-house

growth platforms that truly connect with people.

At our core,

we put people first -- and the rest follows.

We believe in designing campaigns that listen deeply, engage authentically, and

communicate meaningfully. Our approach blends insight with innovation -- crafting

political strategies that remain rooted in

people, purpose, and progress.

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Role Overview

The Video Editor at

Demos Project

will serve as the lead executional force

behind the

digital campaign's video output.

This role requires expertise in

end-to-end video editing--from rough cuts to final polished

outputs

--across a variety of political communication formats.

The editor must possess deep knowledge of

Tamil Nadu's political

ecosystem,

an instinct for narrative flow, and the ability to deliver

high-volume content on aggressive timelines. This position involves not just

technical proficiency but also a

strategic understanding of how video

content influences public opinion.

Key Responsibilities

1. High-Quality Video Editing

? Edit and deliver professional, engaging videos suited for digital

consumption--including but not limited to

campaign messaging,

speeches, montage sequences, field footage, event recaps, and

leader outreach videos.

? Handle video transitions, pacing, background scoring, voice syncing,

text animation, and overlay insertions as per campaign language and

tone.

2. Platform-Specific Adaptation

? Export and customize final videos for

Instagram, Facebook, YouTube,

WhatsApp, and X (Twitter),

ensuring proper resolution, aspect ratio,

compression, subtitles, and branding consistency.

? Work with vertical (9:16), square (1:1), and landscape (16:9) formats with

optimized thumbnail and CTA elements.

3. Visual and Narrative Enhancement

?

Incorporate subtitles in Tamil and English

accurately with attention to

tone and readability.

? Add graphic enhancements, transitions, kinetic text, and sound

elements to increase engagement.

?

Integrate AI-generated visuals

or animation clips into video

storyboards, collaborating with AI editors and graphic designers.

4. Workflow and Asset Management

? Maintain an organized project structure, archival system, and master

folder repository for video edits.

?

Coordinate with the Creative Director

for review loops, feedback

rounds, and edit approvals.

? Ensure version control, file naming consistency, and safe storage of all

sensitive video content.

5. Team Coordination & Mentorship

?

Review, guide, and mentor junior video editors

and assist with

troubleshooting during high-output phases.

? Help define editing standards, video aesthetics, and internal timelines

for recurring or urgent edits.

? Stay in sync with the design team and copywriters to ensure narrative

consistency across formats.

6. Delivery-Oriented Execution

?

Provide real-time edits

during major campaign events, press

interactions, or public appearances.

? Deliver rapid-response videos under tight deadlines, balancing quality

and speed.

? Be accountable for daily, weekly, and milestone-based video

deliverables as planned by the campaign lead.

7. Additional Responsibilities

?

Apply advanced sound design principles

to ensure dialogues, effects,

and music tracks meet campaign standards.

? Keep abreast of evolving technological tools such as AI content

generation for video and graphics to enhance creative output.

?

Bring political thought

and context to editing choices, ensuring that the

final content aligns with the campaign's strategic messaging.

Required Qualifications and Skills

Education

? Bachelor's degree or diploma in Video Editing, Visual Communication,

Media Production, or related disciplines.

Experience

?

2-4 years of experience as a professional video editor

with hands-on

work in political communication, media houses, creative agencies, or

campaign teams.

? A portfolio demonstrating mastery in digital-first political or advocacy

content is essential.

?

Media and political work experience preferred.

Technical Skills

? Proficient in

Adobe Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro, or DaVinci Resolve for

core editing.

? Familiar with

After Effects

or motion graphic templates for kinetic text

and transitions.

? Basic understanding of

CapCut, InShot,

or mobile-friendly editors for

rapid short-form creation.

? Capable of color correction, audio mastering, green-screen keying, and

video compression workflows.

? Familiarity with integrating AI-generated visuals, talking avatars, and

cinematic elements.

Creative & Strategic Attributes

? Strong storytelling instincts tailored for political impact and audience

persuasion.

? Keen visual sense for building engaging, emotive, and issue-sensitive

content.

?

Awareness of Tamil Nadu's regional nuances,

political dynamics, and

cultural expectations.

? Disciplined, organized, and proactive in managing video pipelines and

daily workload.

Work Expectations

? Must be willing to work extended hours, weekends, or on-call during

campaign escalations.

? Should be comfortable working on time-sensitive, confidential political

materials.

?

Ability to manage multiple simultaneous projects

under direction and

review.

How to Apply

Interested candidates may send their resumes to hiring@demosindia.com

For more information, visit our career portal: https://demosindia.com/careers.php.

Job Type: Contractual / Temporary
Contract length: 5 months

Pay: Up to ?40,000.00 per month

Ability to commute/relocate:

Chennai District, Tamil Nadu: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred)
Application Question(s):

What is your current CTC per annum ? What is your Expected CTC per annum ? We are looking to fill this position immediately. Could you please let us know how soon you would be able to join?
Shift availability:

Day Shift (Preferred) Night Shift (Preferred)
Work Location: In person