YouTube Video Editor Needed (Automotive/DIY Niche) – Focus on High AVD / Retention (Long-term)
Worldwide
We are launching a new, premium YouTube channel focused on expert automotive diagnostics and practical DIY repairs (similar to Car Care University). Our content helps everyday drivers save time and money by breaking down complex mechanical issues into easy-to-follow, step-by-step tutorials. We are looking for a skilled, long-term Video Editor who understands how to keep viewers locked in from the first second to maximize Average View Duration (AVD). What You Will Do: - Edit long-form YouTube tutorials (10–20 minutes) using raw garage footage, diagrams, and overlay graphics. - Create high-retention intros (the first 30 seconds) using tight pacing, sound design, and visual hooks. - Seamlessly integrate text callouts, component labels, and diagnostic steps to make the learning process clear. - Use smart pacing, zoom-ins, and pattern interrupts to eliminate boring pauses and keep the viewer engaged. Requirements (Must-Have): - Niche Experience: You must have proven experience editing videos in the automotive, - DIY repair, or highly technical educational space. - Retention-Focused: You know how to structure an edit specifically to boost YouTube analytics, AVD, and click-through satisfaction. - Technical Clarity: Ability to use clean, professional graphics (arrows, circles, highlights) to show exactly which car part is being discussed. - Reliability: Strict adherence to deadlines and open communication. To Apply, Please Provide :Links to 2 or 3 automotive or DIY repair videos you have edited in the past.
$30.00
Fixed-price- IntermediateExperience Level
- Remote Job
- Ongoing projectProject Type
Skills and Expertise
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- SwedenGöteborg4:47 PM
- $1.7K total spent29 hires, 15 active
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