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Kapwing

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Kapwing

Kapwing

11-50 employees

Online platform for video and image editing

Consumer Software
Entertainment

Mid

Remote in USA

Remote work is available, but candidates can also work from San Francisco.

Category
Content Strategy
Editing & Proofreading
Content & Writing
Copywriting
Required Skills
SEO
Journalism
Data Analysis
Requirements
  • Proven experience (3+) in journalism or marketing with a love for in-depth storytelling and highly-original content. Preferably in the role of SEO writer, SEO editor, or similar.
  • Has created, maintained, and effectively increased the visibility and usability of countless landing pages.
  • Exceptional ability in journalism and editing, with a strong understanding of SEO concepts.
  • Passion for and interest in AI and new technologies.
  • High attention to detail and reliability.
  • Ability to work remotely or from San Francisco (Hours are 5am-1pm PT or similar)
Responsibilities
  • Content Creator: Update landing pages as instructed by the Content Strategist on a weekly workflow. This may also include the creation of new landing pages.
  • Content Moderator: Lean on your own initiative and experience to update content through data analytics, keyword prioritization, and research tools such as SemRush.
  • Collaborator: Work closely with the Content Strategist to hit deadlines, quickly overcome knowledge gaps, and make SEO recommendations.

Kapwing provides an online platform for creating and editing videos, GIFs, and images, catering to a wide range of users from students to professionals. The platform features tools like a video editor, meme maker, video resizer, GIF editor, and subtitle maker, all designed to be user-friendly and accessible. Users can collaborate in real-time, similar to Google Docs, by sharing links to the editor. Kapwing operates on a freemium model, offering basic tools for free while providing paid plans for additional features, storage, and support. This approach allows users to try the platform without cost and upgrade as needed. Kapwing's goal is to make digital content creation efficient and straightforward for everyone.

Company Stage

Series A

Total Funding

$12.7M

Headquarters

San Francisco, California

Founded

2018

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

-16%

1 year growth

-18%

2 year growth

-31%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Kapwing's recent 10X growth and $11M funding round indicate strong market demand and financial health.
  • The introduction of GPT technology into Kapwing's platform showcases its commitment to innovation and staying ahead of industry trends.
  • Partnerships with major platforms like TikTok and ElevenLabs expand Kapwing's reach and enhance its feature set, making it more attractive to users.

What critics are saying

  • The digital content creation market is highly competitive, with numerous established players that could overshadow Kapwing.
  • Reliance on a freemium model may limit revenue growth if a significant number of users do not convert to paid plans.

What makes Kapwing unique

  • Kapwing's freemium model allows users to access basic tools for free, making it accessible to a wide audience, unlike competitors who may only offer paid services.
  • The platform's real-time collaborative capabilities, similar to Google Docs, set it apart from other digital content creation tools that lack such features.
  • Integration with ElevenLabs' voice AI and TikTok partnership enhances Kapwing's functionality and appeal, distinguishing it from other video editing platforms.

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Benefits

Health

Time off

Parental leave

Team events

Company offsites

Equipment

Free office lunch

401(k)

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