Video editor for video essays - Contract to Hire

I’m looking for a video editor who sees editing as storytelling, not just retention chasing. If your style is built around copying trends or over-editing everything, this won’t be the right fit. I care about pacing, tone, and intention. I want videos that feel real and thoughtfully put together. I’ve worked as an editor myself, so I understand the time and skill this takes. I respect the craft and I want to make sure i treat you guys fairly.

What You’ll Be Editing:

• video essays (normally talking about super heros,games and film/tv)

• Focus on quality over quantity

• Content built around voice and identity, not trends

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What I’m Looking For:

• Strong understanding of pacing and structure

• Ability to let moments breathe

• Someone who thinks creatively, and cinemtaticly not just executes

• Open to collaberation and growth

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What I’m NOT Looking For:

• Copy-paste trend editing

• Overstimulating, effect-heavy videos

• Editors who rely on templates

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Pay:

• Starting at $25 per video This will increase as the channel grows as i am broke currently lmao but as soon as channel is monitized you will be getting up to 30-50% of the revenue

I want to be clear:

I’m early in building this, so I can’t offer high upfront rates yet.

But there is real upside here.As the channel grows the pay will scale,Bonuses and higher rates will be introduced and it will be a Long-term position for the right person

I’m not looking to keep someone at $25. I’m looking to grow with you and make sure everyone is compesated fairly

If you’re the right fit:

• Consistent work

• Creative input

• No ceiling on growth as the channel scales

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To Apply:

Send:

1. 2–3 edits you’re proud of

2. A short note on your editing approach

3. What you think most editors get wrong today

This is for editors who care about craft and long-term growth, not quick gigs and fast money

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