What the job involves
The main requirements, responsibilities and hiring steps.
Requirements
- 3+ years of professional video editing experience focused on high-pacing YouTube commentary or viral digital content
- Expert-level proficiency in Adobe Premiere Pro and Adobe After Effects
- Strong keyframing motion tracking masking and dynamic linking skills
- Deep understanding of YouTube algorithm dynamics AVD CTR and retention curves
- Mastery of sound design audio leveling and music curation
- Data-driven mindset focused on viewer retention evidence
- High feedback sensitivity and ability to pivot quickly
- Exceptional attention to detail and frame-by-frame precision
- Ability to manage high-volume workflows and optimized exports
- Extreme ownership over deadlines performance and technical accuracy
Nice to have
- data-driven
- creative
- fast-paced
- high feedback sensitivity
- extreme ownership
Day to day
- Cut and assemble raw multi-cam reaction footage into fast-moving, highly engaging videos that keep viewers watching.
- Create strong intros and hooks that quickly satisfy title and thumbnail promises while maximizing audience retention.
- Add comedic timing visual effects sound design and motion graphics to improve pacing clarity and entertainment value.
- Work closely with lead editors and creative teams to incorporate feedback refine edits and align assets with channel strategy.