Video Editor
Worldwide
Video Editor (YouTube | Faceless Documentary Content | Long-Term) Overview We’re a rapidly growing media company producing high-retention, documentary-style videos for faceless YouTube channels. We’re looking for a full-time Video Editor who can work across a variety of niches—business, tech, lifestyle, entertainment, and storytelling. This role is best suited for someone who is efficient, detail-oriented, and highly coachable. We provide clear SOPs, templates, and references—your role is to execute, iterate, and improve. Key Responsibilities Edit documentary-style YouTube videos using provided scripts, voiceovers, and assets Follow structured guidelines for pacing, storytelling, and audience retention Integrate b-roll, sound design, music, motion graphics, and subtitles aligned with our style Continuously improve output by applying feedback and analyzing top-performing content Deliver drafts and final videos on schedule Maintain well-organized project files (naming, versions, folders) Communicate proactively and flag any issues early Requirements Strong proficiency in Adobe Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro, or DaVinci Resolve Solid understanding of editing for YouTube retention and engagement Comfortable working within structured workflows and SOPs Reliable internet and a system capable of 1080p–4K editing Ability to handle consistent, high-volume work Nice to Have Experience with faceless or documentary-style YouTube videos Skills in color correction and basic audio mixing Ability to create engaging subtitles Understanding of YouTube analytics (CTR, retention, AVD) Basic knowledge of After Effects or motion graphics Familiarity with Google Drive, Notion, or Trello Compensation & Work Structure $20–$30 USD per video (depending on complexity) 20+ videos per month with a steady workflow Long-term opportunity for the right candidate Flexible schedule (deadline-driven, not fixed hours) What Good Looks Like Engaging, fast-paced edits that hold viewer attention Clean visuals with purposeful and relevant b-roll Smooth transitions with no unnecessary pauses Sound design that enhances the viewing experience Subtitles and visuals that support viewer retention Final output that is polished and ready for YouTube ⚠️Important This is a performance-focused, high-volume role. If you’re not comfortable working with deadlines, structured systems, and ongoing feedback, this may not be the right fit. How to Apply Please include the following: 2–3 relevant editing samples (faceless content preferred) Your editing software and system specs Your average turnaround time per video Your monthly capacity (number of videos you can handle) Answer this question: What makes a YouTube video high-retention? Next Step Shortlisted candidates will be invited to complete a paid test edit.
- More than 30 hrs/weekHourly
- 3-6 monthsDuration
- ExpertExperience Level
$20.00
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$50.00
Hourly- Remote Job
- Ongoing projectProject Type
Skills and Expertise
Activity on this job
- Proposals:5 to 10
- Last viewed by client:last week
- Hires:4
- Interviewing:4
- Invites sent:9
- Unanswered invites:2
About the client
- MalaysiaKuala Lumpur4:35 PM
- $170 total spent4 hires, 4 active
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