Video Editor
At a glance
Mid-level Video Production role at Airrack. Los Angeles · full-time.
Airrack states pay in the role description below.
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What you'll do
- Take videos from rough cut through final export, shaping clear stories that fit the channel’s style
- Influence story, pacing, and content choices during both pre- and post-production
- Coordinate with producers and teammates to deliver each project’s creative direction
- Track YouTube trends, editing methods, and platform guidance to keep work current
- Give junior editors useful notes and help strengthen their skills
What you bring
- At least five years editing YouTube videos, with work that reached hundreds of millions of views
- Advanced command of Adobe Premiere Pro, After Effects, and other relevant editing software
- Strong command of pacing, narrative structure, visual storytelling, and audience emotion
- Know YouTube’s algorithm, retention tactics, and current platform trends
- Show a substantial YouTube portfolio and lead projects confidently under pressure
Who this fits
You’ll work onsite in Los Angeles as part of a close team creating ambitious YouTube videos. Expect extended hours when deadlines or high-impact launches require them. Experience with frenetic lifestyle or prank videos, analytics tools, or managing editors is a plus.
From the employer
ABOUT AIRRACK
Airrack is a tight-knit team that pulls off ambitious, innovative YouTube videos that get millions of views. We’re creative, gritty, and passionate about making content no one else dares to. We work hard, have a great time doing it, and we’re always pushing to see how far digital storytelling can go!
THE ROLE
We are seeking a Video Editor to take a role in shaping the creative direction and execution of our videos. This individual will bring extensive experience editing YouTube content that has garnered hundreds of millions of views, a deep understanding of YouTube's algorithm and trends, and the ability to thrive under tight deadlines.
This is not just a technical editing role—you will be a key player in the room, responsible for setting the tone, pacing, and energy of our content to maintain and elevate the channel's brand identity.
HOW TO APPLY
Watch this video to learn more: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PtWE5LcyTf8
Requirements
Key Responsibilities
- Video Editing: Lead the editing process from rough cuts to polished final exports, ensuring a seamless narrative, high engagement, and alignment with the channel's style.
- Creative Leadership: Act as a key creative voice during pre-production and post-production, influencing storytelling decisions, pacing, and content strategy.
- Collaboration: Work closely with producers and other team members to execute the vision of each project.
- Innovation: Stay on top of trends, editing techniques, and YouTube best practices to keep the channel fresh and competitive.
- Feedback & Mentorship: Provide constructive feedback to junior editors and assist in developing their skills.
- Long Hours & High Stakes: Be prepared to work extended hours as needed to meet deadlines, especially during high-impact content launches.
Qualifications
- Experience: Minimum of 5+ years editing YouTube content, with proven success in creating videos that have achieved hundreds of millions of views.
- Software Proficiency: Advanced skills in Adobe Premiere Pro, After Effects, and other relevant editing tools.
- Storytelling Skills: A deep understanding of pacing, narrative structure, and emotional engagement.
- Creative Vision: Strong visual storytelling instincts with a keen eye for detail and pacing tailored for the YouTube platform.
- Leadership: Ability to take charge in a high-pressure environment, inspire the team, and drive projects to completion.
- YouTube Expertise: In-depth knowledge of YouTube's algorithm, audience retention strategies, and platform trends.
- Portfolio: A robust portfolio showcasing standout YouTube projects with substantial reach and engagement.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in frenetic lifestyle and prank content
- Familiarity with analytics tools to understand and optimize content performance.
- Previous experience managing a team of editors.
Benefits
Salary: $100-$110k DOE with performance bonuses available. Full health benefits offered as well.
Why Join Us?
- Be part of a groundbreaking team creating content that millions of viewers love.
- Opportunity to lead and innovate in a highly competitive digital media space.
- Competitive salary, benefits, and potential for growth within the organization.
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