Video Editor Wanted – Prehistoric/Natural History Documentary Channel (YouTube) (long-term collab)

Video Editor Wanted – Long-Term Collaboration for Prehistoric/Natural History Documentary Channel (YouTube) I run a growing faceless YouTube documentary channel in the prehistoric and natural-world niche (dinosaurs, fossils, pillars air/ocean/land, ancient animals, extinction). I'm looking for a reliable video editor for a long-term partnership, not a one-off gig. What you'll do: Edit 8 –15 minute documentary-style videos from provided scripts, voiceovers (KI), and asset guidelines Source and assemble stock footage, images, and animations (licensed or fair-use compliant) Add subtle motion effects, transitions, text overlays, and sound design matching a cinematic documentary tone Deliver in agreed formats with organized project files What I'm looking for: Proven experience editing in this niche (prehistoric, paleontology, nature, science, or space documentaries) – please link examples Solid understanding of fair use and copyright rules on YouTube (transformative editing, safe asset sourcing, avoiding Content ID strikes) Strong storytelling instincts: pacing, retention editing, hook-focused intros Reliable communication and on-time delivery Volume and workflow: Start: 2 videos in month one (trial phase) Target: 4-6 videos/month ongoing after trial Turnaround: 5–7 days per video after handoff One revision round included per video; feedback within 48h from my side Communication via Upwork messages; briefs delivered as structured documents Copyright requirements (non-negotiable): All footage from licensed stock (e.g., Storyblocks, Artgrid, Envato, Pexels) or verifiably free sources (in the beginning/trial phase only) – you document sources per video in a simple asset list No ripped documentary/movie footage; fair use is not a sourcing strategy on this channel Music only from licensed libraries (YouTube Audio Library preferred) What I offer: Long-term, regular work – consistent flow of new videos with a planned production pipeline, so you can count on upcoming jobs Punctual payment – always on time, agreed fixed price per video after final approval Performance bonus – when a video performs exceptionally well, you share in the success (no fixed timeline, individual bonus decided by me) Guaranteed planning – jobs are scheduled in advance; you'll know what's coming and when Clear briefs: script, structure, thumbnail direction, and SEO assets are provided per video To apply, please include: 2–3 links to videos you've edited in this or a similar niche (documentary, science, or nature) Confirmation that you're willing to create a short trial video (~4 minutes) for my channel as the first step of the collaboration, so we can assess the fit (on your charge) Your rate per video (assume ~10-minute runtime, script and voiceover (KI) provided) Your typical turnaround time per video A short note on how you handle copyright and footage sourcing (licensed sources only) References or client feedback from long-term collaborations, if available No agencies! Applications without relevant work samples won't be considered. Looking forward to building something great together!