Impact Theory is hiring: YouTube Video Editor in Los Angeles

Video Editor

MUST HAVE MULTI-CAMERA, PODCAST/TALK SHOW FORMAT, YOUTUBE EXPERIENCE.

Impact Theory explores the ideas, strategies, and mindsets shaping the future of business, finance, politics, culture, economics and global affairs. Hosted by entrepreneur and co-founder Tom Bilyeu, the show features in-depth conversations with world-class thinkers focused on building resilience, critical thinking, and long-term success in a rapidly changing world. Women of Impact is a leading personal growth show hosted by entrepreneur and advocate Lisa Bilyeu. Through candid, actionable conversations with experts and cultural leaders, the show tackles relationships, confidence, mental health, and identityhelping women develop the skills, boundaries, and self-belief needed to thrive personally and professionally. Love Theory is a relationship-focused podcast hosted by Tom and Lisa Bilyeu, featuring real-time video conversations with callers from the Impact Theory community. While episodes are recorded (not streamed live), callers join live on videorequiring tight production, strong judgment, and thoughtful caller management to ensure emotionally safe, high-quality conversations.

As the Video Editor, you will play a crucial role in the post-production process, shaping compelling and immersive video content that captivates audiences and elevates the brand's storytelling. You will be responsible for editing high-quality video across multiple formats, incorporating dynamic visuals, sound design, and motion graphics to create engaging content. Reporting to the Sr. Producer, you will collaborate closely with Producers and the Production team from project inception to final delivery, implementing feedback and refining creative execution.

Your deep expertise in multi-camera talk shows, podcast-style content, storytelling techniques, motion graphics, color correction, and sound mixing will be essential to this role. You will also contribute to optimizing workflows, experimenting with new creative techniques, and developing Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to enhance efficiency and ensure consistency.

Key Responsibilities

• Transform raw footage into visually compelling narratives that engage and inspire audiences.
• Execute all aspects of post-production, including video editing, motion graphics, color grading, sound design, sound mixing, music selection, and final delivery of episodes, ads, intros, trailers, sizzles, and clips.
• Innovate and experiment with editing techniques, transitions, and visual storytelling methods to elevate content quality.
• Maintain brand consistency and high-quality standards across all projects.

Technical & Software Management

• Stay ahead of industry trends, emerging editing tools, and cutting-edge post-production techniques to enhance efficiency and creativity.
• Assist in optimizing software and hardware setups to elevate video editing workflows.

Creative Development & Producing

• Bring a cinematic and artistic approach to editing, enhancing the storytelling and production value of content.
• Work with stakeholders to craft compelling Women of Impact and Impact Theory content by producing dynamic post-production assets such as branded intros, ad placements, and promotional materials.
• Experiment with pacing, composition, and creative storytelling techniques to maximize audience engagement.

Copywriting for Graphics & Creative Enhancements

• Craft short, impactful on-screen text and motion graphics copy that complements storytelling.
• Collaborate with designers and animators to create seamless visual and motion design elements that enhance video content.

Collaboration & Team Contribution

• Work closely with Producers, Writers, and other stakeholders to bring a shared creative vision to life.
• Provide constructive feedback and mentorship to junior editors, fostering a culture of growth and innovation.

Quality Assurance & Industry Awareness

• Ensure content adheres to brand guidelines, storytelling standards, and creative vision.
• Continuously expand knowledge of audience engagement strategies, storytelling techniques, and platform algorithms (e.g., YouTube) to optimize content reach and effectiveness.