YouTube Video Editor Needed (Faceless Documentary / Explainer Channel)
Worldwide
'm launching a faceless YouTube channel focused on curiosity-driven documentary and explainer content covering topics such as science, psychology, history, economics, animals, and strange questions about the world. Examples of the style I'm aiming for: https://www.youtube.com/@Zenn0009 https://www.youtube.com/@AxenCool https://www.youtube.com/@Itzquanta https://www.youtube.com/@imfranzyt What I Need I'm looking for an editor who understands retention and storytelling, not just someone who can cut clips together. The goal is to keep viewers engaged throughout an 8-12 minute video using strong visual pacing, music, sound design, and storytelling techniques. Responsibilities Edit 8-12 minute YouTube videos Source and incorporate relevant B-roll, stock footage, images, maps, articles, and visual references Add motion graphics, zooms, pans, and visual effects when appropriate Use background music and sound effects to enhance storytelling Create engaging subtitles/text callouts when needed Maintain fast pacing and visual variety throughout the video Deliver videos in 1080p or higher Style Requirements I'm NOT looking for: Basic slideshow editing Generic AI-generated edits Videos with static visuals for long periods I AM looking for: Strong storytelling Documentary-style pacing Attention to detail Creative visual problem-solving Someone who understands YouTube retention What I'll Provide Script Voiceover Direction and references Ideal Candidate Experience editing: Faceless YouTube channels Documentary content Explainer videos Educational content Curiosity-driven storytelling
$300.00
Fixed-price- IntermediateExperience Level
- Remote Job
- Ongoing projectProject Type
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