About Optimism Optimism is a modern media platform focused on helping people live healthier, more meaningful lives. We create content, experiences, and products across health, wellness, and longevity. We recently completed filming a premium online course, and are looking for an experienced video editor to help us transform the raw footage into a polished, professional learning experience. The Project We have already completed filming and have all raw video footage and audio files (60-70 minutes or footage) organized and ready for post-production. We're seeking a freelance editor with prior experience editing educational content, online courses, workshops, or speaking-based content. This is not a full-time role—it's a project-based engagement focused specifically on delivering this course. Responsibilities - Review and organize provided video and audio assets - Edit course lessons into polished, engaging learning modules - Sync and clean audio for clear, professional sound quality - Remove mistakes, pauses, retakes, and unnecessary content - Create smooth transitions between sections where appropriate - Incorporate branded intro/outro elements (assets provided) - Add lower thirds, titles, and simple on-screen graphics as needed - Color correct footage for consistency across lessons - Export final videos optimized for course hosting platforms - Collaborate with our team through review and revision rounds Ideal Experience - Previous experience editing online courses, educational content, masterclasses, or coaching programs - Strong storytelling and pacing instincts for long-form educational content - Proficiency with Adobe Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro, DaVinci Resolve, or similar tools - Experience with audio cleanup and dialogue enhancement - Ability to maintain a clean, premium, and professional visual style - Strong attention to detail and organization To Apply Please include: 1. Links to 2–5 examples of online courses, educational content, workshops, or speaking-focused videos you've edited. 2. A brief description of your editing process. 3. Your estimated turnaround time for a course project. 4. Your preferred pricing structure (hourly or fixed project fee).

I am looking for a professional video editor to take raw footage from the “Quiet Raine” YouTube event featuring Brittney Carter and turn it into a polished video. The ideal candidate will have experience in video post-editing and production, ensuring high-quality output. The project requires creativity and attention to detail to enhance the visual storytelling of the event.

I'm looking for a video editor to put together a 30-minute documentary. All the core files are ready to go. You just need to bring it to life. What I will provide: The full narrator audio track A folder of all photos and videos to use A basic outline of the story What you'll do: Edit the photos and videos to match the narration Handle basic color correction and sound mixing Add clean titles, transitions, and background music Deliver the final high-quality video file Requirements: Experience editing documentaries or longer storytelling videos (please share links to your work) Good sense of pacing and timing Need turnaround to be within 1 week

I need someone to edit a video once a month for my Substack paid post. I will provide raw footage (two sources), intro and transition music, and a title. The work involves putting the footage together, adding the music, and creating a polished final video. This is a small, ongoing project for someone who can deliver clean, consistent edits on a monthly basis.

What You’ll Do You'll take footage we film (one on one interviews with journalists, photographers, editors + event clips and selfie style content) and transform it into polished, punchy and graphic heavy social-first video - while still maintaining an editorial tone. Interview topics will largely focus around AI, free press, local news and other topics relevant to the journalism space. If your favorite place to be is locked in on edit, we want to hear from you. To Apply Please include a link to your portfolio and/or social channels and three links to videos you’re especially proud of. Responsibilities - Edit editorial content: 1-3 interviews (from 20-40 minute remote or in-person raw footage) per week, delivering at least two vertical short-form videos (for TikTok, Reels, Shorts) + 1 horizontal YouTube video per week - Create editorial, brand aligned graphics that help tell the story - Source and integrate b-roll (stock, archive, etc.), copyright free music and sound effects to make the video sing - Maintain visual brand consistency across all clips (colors, fonts, bugs/watermarks, lowerthirds, etc.) Who You Are - Video editing and editorial motion graphics extraordinaire (you thrive on thinking of unique ways to tell a story beyond raw footage) - Expert in After Effects and Premiere Pro, DaVinci Resolve, Final Cut Pro or other video editing software - You get excited thinking of what bells and whistles you can add to a video to make it more engaging and shareable - A tech whisperer: You find solutions to tech glitches that plague our time - Familiar with file sharing services like Google Drive, WeTransfer, Dropbox, Frame io - Fluency in short-form, vertical video best practices (while maintaining an editorial style) - Reliable and communicative - Familiarity with AI video editing tools like Opus Clip is a plus - Journalism/newsroom/editorial experience is a plus

We are hiring an experienced long-form podcast video editor to support entrepreneur, speaker, and online influencer Keith Kalfas and his growing media brand in the home service industry. We are looking for someone who understands: * High-level YouTube editing * Influencer/personal brand content * Retention editing * Sponsor/commercial placement * Audio pacing and conversational flow * Modern podcast production standards MUST UNDERSTAND: YouTube audience engagement - end screens/sound/subscribe bells/Text About the Brand: Keith Kalfas is a well-known entrepreneur and content creator in the home service industry with millions of views across YouTube and social platforms. Content focuses on: * Entrepreneurship * Business growth * Home service businesses *Podcasts Project Scope: We currently have a growing backlog of filmed podcast episodes and are building a scalable media production workflow. Episodes are generally: * 45–60 minutes * Occasionally longer * Multi-camera or single-camera depending on production * Delivered with sponsor/commercial segments * Intended for YouTube and podcast publishing What You’ll Be Responsible For: * Editing long-form podcast episodes * Cleaning up pacing and conversational flow * Adding intro/outro segments * Inserting sponsor commercials/ad placements * Basic audio leveling and cleanup * Exporting finalized YouTube-ready episodes * Organizing project files properly * Meeting deadlines consistently * Following established brand style and direction * Communicating proactively Important: We are NOT looking for: * Basic “cut and chop” editors * TikTok-only editors * Inconsistent freelancers * Editors who disappear mid-project * Agencies outsourcing unknown talent We ARE looking for: * Someone who can become a long-term media partner Preferred Experience: * YouTube creator editing * Business/entrepreneurship podcasts * Influencer brands * Adobe Premiere Pro preferred * Understanding of retention editing and pacing * Experience working with sponsor integrations Bonus if you understand: * Home service industry * Entrepreneur content * Educational business content Budget: * Target budget: approximately $160 per episode * Max budget: approximately $250 To Apply: Please send: 1. Portfolio examples of only long form YouTube Content that is relevant to job posting 2. YouTube channels or creators you’ve edited for 3. Your typical turnaround time 4. Software you use We are looking to hire quickly and build a long-term relationship with the right editor!

**YouTube Gaming Video Editor Needed (Madden/College Football Style)** I'm looking for a skilled and creative video editor to help bring my Madden and College Football gaming content to life on YouTube. This is a part-time/freelance position with the opportunity for long-term, full-time work if the style and quality meet expectations. **What I'm Looking For:** * An editor who can match the energy, pacing, and storytelling style of creators like: * QJB → (https://www.youtube.com/@QJB/videos) * Chris Smoove → (https://www.youtube.com/@chrissmoove/videos) * HoodieShawnn → (https://www.youtube.com/@HoodieShawnn/videos) * Bordeaux → (https://www.youtube.com/@BordeauxYT/videos) * Someone who understands YouTube pacing and retention * Ability to add music, sound effects, overlays, subtitles, and transitions where needed to keep the video engaging * Willing to collaborate on improving the visual storytelling and overall vibe of the channel **Deliverables:** *4 videos per week (8–15 minutes long) *Strong storytelling and pacing *Use of music, SFX, subtitles, motion graphics, transitions, etc. to keep the videos engaging **Requirements:** * Experience editing YouTube-style gaming content * Ability to follow creative direction while also bringing your own flair * Fluent in English (for syncing with commentary/dialogue) * Access to video editing software like Adobe Premiere Pro, Final Cut, or DaVinci Resolve If I’m happy with your work, I’d love to bring you on full-time for other gaming and content creation projects I have in the pipeline. Please include: * Examples of your editing work (ideally similar to the creators listed above) * Your rates * Your typical turnaround time Let’s create some dope content together!

Looking for a video editor that is really good at creating engaging content with patterns interrupts. Very fast turnaround time even same day sometimes. Doesn’t need too much creative direction. Very creative, understands hooks, pattern interrupts and not too heavy editing. Has experience with organic but also paid ads After effects is a plus Someone who is also willing to go looking for screenshots and visuals for visual support No graphics or kiddish icons!

PLEASE READ THIS CAREFULLY — IMPORTANT DETAILS INCLUDED We are not looking for a generic video editor. We are looking for someone who understands comedy, understands social media psychology, understands audience behavior, and knows how to turn long-form content into highly engaging short-form clips that drive views, engagement, audience growth, and ticket sales. Our agency works with many of the biggest names in stand-up comedy, entertainment, podcasting, and digital media. The content you create will be viewed by millions of people across Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, and other platforms. This is a fast-paced, high-volume position that requires creativity, speed, attention to detail, and a deep understanding of what makes content perform. COMEDY KNOWLEDGE IS REQUIRED Our agency works with a variety of stand-up comedians. Being able to consume comedy content and understand the fundamentals of joke structure is critical. You should understand: • Setups and punchlines • Callbacks • Crowd work • Tags • Act-outs • Misdirection • Character development within a bit • Timing and pacing One of the most important parts of this role is preserving the integrity of the joke while maximizing its performance on social media. Being funny is not enough. Knowing where to start the clip, how to build curiosity, when to cut, what to remove, and how to maximize retention without ruining the joke is essential. SOCIAL MEDIA CONTENT STRATEGY IS REQUIRED We are not interested in assembly-line editors who simply trim clips and add captions. We are looking for editors who understand why content succeeds on social media. You should know how to identify and edit clips that contain: • A strong hook within the first 1-3 seconds • Curiosity and discovery • Escalation and tension • Emotional payoff • A satisfying punchline • Retention-driving edits • Shareability • Watch-time optimization This applies to: • Stand-up comedy clips • Crowd work clips • Podcast clips • Interviews • Talk-to-camera videos • Vlogs • Behind-the-scenes content • Tour content • Promotional content • Advertising creatives You should understand the differences between: • Facebook • Instagram Reels • TikTok • YouTube Shorts • Long-form YouTube content and how content should be packaged differently for each platform. THIS IS A HIGH-VOLUME POSITION You can expect to edit: • 5–6 projects per day • 5–10 clips per project on average • Approximately 25–50 clips per day depending on content type Additional projects regularly include: • Podcast mastering • Long-form YouTube content • Vlogs • Tour recaps • Hype reels • Sizzle reels • Advertising creatives • Promotional videos • Trailer edits • Special marketing campaigns Turnaround times are often tight. You must be comfortable working efficiently while maintaining a high level of quality control. GRAPHIC DESIGN RESPONSIBILITIES While video editing is the primary responsibility of this role, graphic design skills are highly desirable and will be required on a regular basis. Our clients are entertainers, comedians, podcasters, and content creators. In addition to editing content, you may be asked to create marketing assets that support ticket sales, audience growth, and content distribution. Examples include: • YouTube thumbnails optimized for click-through rate (CTR) • Cover images for Reels, Shorts, and TikTok videos • Tour artwork and show graphics • Social media flyers for Instagram Feed, Stories, Facebook, and other platforms • Podcast artwork and episode graphics • Promotional graphics for ticket on-sales, announcements, and special events • Email marketing graphics • Website banners and hero images • Sponsorship and partnership creative • Ad creatives for Meta, TikTok, YouTube, and Google campaigns The ideal candidate understands that design is not simply about making something look good. Design should support marketing objectives and drive measurable actions such as: • Video views • Engagement • Clicks • Ticket sales • Email signups • Audience growth • Revenue SOFTWARE & TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS You should be proficient in: • Adobe Premiere Pro • Adobe Photoshop • Adobe After Effects (preferred) • Adobe Illustrator (preferred) Bonus experience with: • Canva • Figma • Frame.io • Descript • Riverside • Opus • AI-powered editing tools ATTENTION TO DETAIL IS NON-NEGOTIABLE Subtitling errors are unacceptable. Misspelled words, incorrect captions, poor timing, bad audio edits, broken joke structure, poor exports, missed deadlines, incorrect aspect ratios, or careless mistakes will not be tolerated. You should be obsessive about quality. THE IDEAL CANDIDATE IS • Fast • Organized • Detail-oriented • Self-managed • Reliable • Coachable • Creative • Strategic • Comfortable working under pressure • Passionate about social media • Passionate about comedy • Passionate about creating content that performs BONUS POINTS IF YOU HAVE EXPERIENCE WITH • Stand-up comedy • Podcast production • Entertainment marketing • Live event promotion • Ticketed events • Creator economy brands • Viral content creation • Direct response marketing • Advertising creative • Thumbnail psychology • Click-through rate optimization • Audience retention strategies OUR PHILOSOPHY This is not a traditional editing position. This is a content marketing role disguised as a video editing role. Every clip, graphic, thumbnail, and piece of content should be created with a purpose. The goal is not simply to publish content. The goal is to grow audiences, increase engagement, generate ticket sales, build fan communities, and create measurable business results for our clients. WHEN APPLYING, PLEASE INCLUDE 1. Links to your best short-form editing work. 2. Examples of stand-up comedy, podcast, interview, or viral social clips you have edited. 3. Examples of graphic design work, thumbnails, flyers, or social creative you have created. 4. What you believe makes a short-form video perform well. 5. The creator, comedian, podcast, or brand whose content you think is edited exceptionally well and why. 6. Your favorite comedian. 7. Which social platform you understand best and why. Applications that do not answer these questions will not be considered. Before/after your interview, you may be asked to complete a short 10-15 minute test project.

Looking for a sharp, resourceful freelance video editor to support a fast-moving health tech company in the dental space. This isn't a "polish my footage" role — we need someone who can think strategically, move quickly, and produce work that looks premium without a full production team behind it. What you'll work on: Product sizzle reels and launch videos Conference and event recap content Executive thought leadership clips Social-ready cuts and repurposed long-form content Must-haves: Proficient in AI video tools (CapCut, Runway, Descript, or equivalent) Strong command of Premiere Pro and/or DaVinci Resolve Able to work from raw footage, scripts, or briefs with minimal hand-holding Fast turnaround without quality drop Portfolio that shows range, not just one style Nice to have: Experience in B2B, SaaS, or healthcare Motion graphics / basic animation Familiarity with brand standards and style guides This is ongoing, project-based work with real volume. If you're the person who figures it out and delivers, we'll keep working together.