Short-Form Video Editor (Script-Based Editing Only)
Worldwide
I’m looking for an experienced short-form video editor to help streamline my production workflow. Channel - https://www.youtube.com/@SteveOnTheLaw $20 per short, 4-8 shorts per month Your role will be straightforward: you will take the HIGHLIGHTED PARTS of a script and video footage (live YouTube video) and edit only the sections of the highlighted text that I have explicitly marked. We are currently producing two distinct types of short-form content: Creative: Fast-paced, engaging, and highly dynamic. Example (you need to be better): https://next.frame.io/share/e6bda2a0-0972-4cfc-89b2-1436141f589b/view/ac7aedb1-e6b4-4705-bedd-48aaddbaed43 Cinematic: Focuses on mood, high-quality visuals, and a more Example (you need to be better): https://drive.google.com/file/d/1L7TEWmETSKtv9VF28wjqqe9IeQPclZsF/view You can apply to edit either style, depending on your strengths. Responsibilities: Edit the video strictly according to the highlighted sections in the script. Match the editing style to either the "Creative" or "Cinematic" format. Apply basic color correction and audio leveling as needed. Ensure smooth pacing and high retention for platforms like YouTube Shorts and TikTok. Requirements: Proven experience editing short-form content. Ability to follow strict editorial guidelines (sticking only to highlighted text). Strong understanding of pacing, visual storytelling, and platform retention. Reliable communication and the ability to meet deadlines. To Apply: IMPORTANT: To ensure you have read this posting completely, you must start your proposal with the exact keyword for the track you are applying for: either CREATIVE or CINEMATIC. Please also provide 2-3 links to recent short-form videos you have edited that demonstrate your ability in your chosen style.
$20.00
Fixed-price- ExpertExperience Level
- Remote Job
- Ongoing projectProject Type
Skills and Expertise
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- Proposals:15 to 20
- Last viewed by client:3 weeks ago
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About the client
- United StatesWyoming5:13 PM
- $5.4K total spent49 hires, 4 active
- 58 hours
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