Upright Media
– Per-Project Freelance We’re looking for a talented YouTube Video Editor who can turn raw, unscripted multi-cam footage into high-energy, high-retention vlogs and challenge content! You understand how to build a compelling story from scratch, nail sharp comedic timing, and keep viewers hooked with great pacing, sound design, and native internet humor. This is more than editing—it’s about crafting entertaining, fast-paced YouTube videos that thrive on the platform. The ideal candidate is fast, reliable, and works independently. You can take 2–5 hours of raw multi-cam footage and deliver a polished 13–25 minute final cut with minimal supervision. Who You Are A creative storyteller who masters fast-paced editing, comedic timing, and sustained audience engagement. Fluent in English with a strong grasp of US cultural nuances, internet slang, meme culture, and comedic pacing. Proficient in cutting raw multi-cam footage from scratch (syncing, sorting, and editing loose footage independently without needing an assistant editor). Highly proficient in audio editing - skilled at mixing multi-track audio (lavs, shotguns, ambient), cleaning up raw noise, and using dynamic sound design and music to drive comedic beats. Reliable and quick, capable of turning around a solid V1 cut in 5 business days. Looking strictly for per-project freelance work (this is an independent contractor role, not a full-time position). What You’ll Do Edit 13–25 minute unscripted live-action / IRL vlog and challenge videos from ~5 hours of raw multi-cam footage (GoPros, handhelds, iPhones, multiple audio tracks). Build cohesive storylines, sync multi-cam assets, and apply dynamic music, sound design, and clean titles/graphics. Clean, level, and mix multi-source unscripted audio while building a punchy soundscape (SFX, music cues) that enhances storytelling and audience retention. Turn around initial cuts within 5 business days, and quickly address notes/revisions within 2–3 business days. Adhere strictly to project creative guidelines, including a zero-generative AI policy . Preferred Skills 2+ years of experience editing high-energy, high-retention US English YouTube content (specifically vlogs, challenges, or gaming). Mastery of Adobe Premiere Pro or equivalent professional editing software with strong multi-cam workflows. Strong sound design, audio leveling, and music pacing skills. Deep understanding of YouTube retention strategies and visual storytelling. High-level English fluency (must be able to independently digest unscripted audio, spot funny/memorable moments, and follow fast-paced banter without assistance). Pay and Terms Project Rate: $850 – $1,200 USD per video (scaled based on turnaround speed and cut quality). Hiring Process: Initial interview -\ paid test edit (upon approval). Engagement: Strictly per-project freelance contract (remote). If you love editing fast-paced YouTube content, we want to meet you! Submit your application along with a link to your best-performing English-language YouTube video (vlog, challenge, or gaming) that you edited. Job Type: Contract Application Question(s): Are you comfortable independently editing 2-5 hours of raw multi-cam footage (2-4 cameras, 3-4 audio tracks) from scratch? On a scale of 1-5, how deeply do you follow US English meme culture, internet trends, and comedic pacing? What is your typical per-project rate (in USD) for a 13-25 minute final video edited from 2-5 hours of raw footage? Please share a link to your best-performing English-language YouTube vlog/challenge/gaming video that you edited. This must be the original video live on the creator's own YouTube channel. Personal links, or re-uploads to your own channel will not be accepted. This is a per-project freelance role. Our preferred editing suite is Adobe Creative Cloud (Adobe Premiere Pro). Are you open to this arrangement? We have a strict no-generative-AI policy. Do you agree to use zero generative AI elements in your editing process for these projects? Language: English (Required) Work Location: Remote
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