Cinematic Video Editor (Long-Form Psychological Essays)

Posted 2 days ago

Worldwide

Summary

Volume: 2 Videos per Week (8 Videos per Month) Turnaround Time: 48 Hours per Video Content Style: High-end cinematic psychology/philosophy essays (Similar to channels like Einzelgänger and Pursuit of Wonder) Benefits: Permanent, long-term role with a stable monthly workflow ​ About the Channel & Role 1.⁠ ⁠We produce deep, immersive, high-production-value psychological and philosophical video essays anchored by a calm, poetic male voiceover. We build slow-burn, movie-like intellectual experiences. 2.⁠ ⁠We are looking for a true master of visual storytelling for a permanent, long-term collaboration. Beginners, hobbyists, or generalists need not apply. We require an elite professional who understands psychological tension, pacing mechanics, and advanced asset generation. ​Key Technical Expectations 1.⁠ ⁠​Zero Generic B-Roll: You will not rely on lazy, overused stock footage sites. Every single visual must feel intentional, moody, artistic, and meticulously curated or generated to fit our dark, deep psychological aesthetic. 2.⁠ ⁠Advanced AI Toolkit Integration: You must be highly proficient in leveraging next-generation creation tools to build custom assets. Active use of ChatGPT Image Creation, Gemini, Flow, and ElevenLabs is a mandatory part of your workflow to elevate the visual and audio landscape. 3.⁠ ⁠The 5-Second Pacing Rule: While the content is deeply intellectual, you must combat mobile viewer fatigue by executing precise visual pattern interrupts (subtle lens zooms, framing shifts, texture overlays, or lighting changes) every 5 seconds without breaking the cinematic mood. 4.⁠ ⁠Immersive Sound Design: Mastery over ambient soundscapes, atmospheric pressure swells, and audio transitions to support a steady, calm voiceover cadence. ​Strict Application Process You must fulfill the following criteria: 1.⁠ ⁠​Portfolio Submission: You must provide a link to your current portfolio demonstrating mastery over dark, cinematic, docuseries, or high-end video essay editing. (Please do not apply with high-energy gaming or standard talking-head corporate edits). 2.⁠ ⁠The Tool Check: In your application, briefly list your current experience with asset generation using ChatGPT, Gemini, Flow, and ElevenLabs. 3.⁠ ⁠​Hiring Phase 2 (The Custom Sample): Only candidates selected for the shortlist will be required to complete a 30-second to 1-minute sample edit to demonstrate their pacing and asset creation capability before final onboarding.

  • Less than 30 hrs/week
    Hourly
  • 1-3 months
    Duration
  • Expert
    Experience Level
  • Remote Job
  • Ongoing project
    Project Type
Skills and Expertise
Mandatory skills
Video Editing
Adobe Premiere Pro
Nice-to-have skills
Video Post-Editing
Final Cut Pro
Activity on this job
  • Proposals:5 to 10
  • Last viewed by client:yesterday
  • Interviewing:
    5
  • Invites sent:
    8
  • Unanswered invites:
    5
About the client
Member since Mar 13, 2022
  • United States
    Jacksonville4:25 AM
  • $10K total spent
    16 hires, 8 active
  • 171 hours

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