Video Editor - Talking Head for AI YouTube Channel (US-Based, Remote)

Overview

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About the Role

We are looking for a

skilled Video Editor

to join our team and work on content for Dan Kieft’s YouTube channel, a fast-growing channel focused on

AI and generative technology .
This role is ideal for an editor who not only executes edits well but also

actively improves the content

by adding creative elements, visuals, and storytelling enhancements. We value editors who

go beyond the basic instructions and proactively elevate the final video .
Before a full-time collaboration begins, candidates will complete a

paid trial project

(a full video project at a lower trial rate than our standard pay).
Key Responsibilities

Video Editing
Edit long-form YouTube videos with strong pacing, clarity, and storytelling.
Maintain smooth

video flow and structure

to maximize viewer engagement and retention.
Creative Enhancement
Proactively add

B-roll, visual assets, and supporting footage

when it improves the story or explanation.
Generate or source relevant visuals when needed to strengthen the content.
Animations & Visual Effects
Create engaging

motion graphics, transitions, and animations , especially for important segments such as CTAs.
Ensure visual elements enhance clarity and engagement rather than distract from the message.
Sound Design
Apply effective

sound design, music, and audio balancing

to improve the overall viewing experience.
Collaboration & Creative Input
Work closely with the team while also contributing ideas to

improve the editing style or structure of the channel .
Maintain clear communication and deliver work on time.
Software
Strong preference for

Adobe Premiere Pro and After Effects .
Licensed software is required

(no cracked versions, as project file sharing can cause issues).
DaVinci Resolve

is also acceptable.
Core Skills (Priority Order)
Video flow and storytelling
Animation and motion graphics skills
Sound design
Proactive Mindset
You do more than just follow instructions—you actively look for ways to improve the video.
For example, if a section would benefit from specific B-roll, animations, or visual enhancements, you take the initiative to add them.
Reliability
Reliability and meeting deadlines are

non-negotiable .
Our content production schedule typically involves:
Recording on

Fridays
Publishing on

Monday or Tuesday
Editors must be

available on weekends , as most editing work happens during that time.
Revisions & Responsiveness
We typically go through

1–2 revision rounds , sometimes more depending on the project.
Revisions must be completed

quickly and carefully , ideally within

12 hours

when requested.
Editors must take feedback seriously and apply revisions accurately to avoid unnecessary additional rounds.

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