Video Editor (Request for Proposals)
Galvanize USA
USA (Remote)
In-houseContractIntern/new grad
21 hrs ago
YouTube Video Editor
Farmington, NM (Hybrid)
Salary Not AvailableMid LevelFull time
Posted 7 months ago
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Job Summary
Own long-form editorial storytelling by crafting pacing, emotional beats, and viewer retention, while collaborating with creators and teams to execute direction and produce occasional short-form cutdowns.
- Editing for long-form YouTube content: pacing, narrative flow, and key moments that drive retention.
- Creative collaboration: align with brand/creator direction and deliver efficient production workflows.
- Versatile styling: adapt tone across content types and add intentional music, sound design, graphics, and cutaways; generate cutdowns when needed.
Job Description
Responsibilities
- Edit long-form videos (8–15+ minutes)
- Build strong pacing, narrative flow, and viewer engagement throughout edits
- Structure content into compelling story arcs and sequences
- Identify and emphasize key moments, reactions, and emotional beats
- Use music, sound design, cutaways, graphics, and pattern interrupts intentionally
- Adapt editing style depending on creator, brand, and content type
- Collaborate with internal team to execute creative direction efficiently
- Occasionally create short-form cutdowns from long-form content
Requirements
- Proven experience with long-form editing
- Portfolio demonstrating: Strong pacing and retention; Storytelling and narrative structure; Use of sound design, music, cutaways, and visual emphasis
- Ability to adapt between different editing styles and tones
- Proficiency in Adobe Premiere Pro, After Effects, Final Cut Pro, or similar
- Ability to manage deadlines, receive feedback well, and communicate effectively
- Strong understanding of viewer retention and YouTube pacing
- Story structure and emotional payoff
- Modern long-form editing trends
Preferred
- Experience editing creator-led or personality-driven content
- Experience with documentary or reality-style editing
- Experience creating short-form cutdowns from long-form content
- Basic motion graphics or After Effects knowledge
HighKey Agency
3.9 Glassdoor
HighKey is a digital PR firm focused on increasing brand image and patient acquisitions for aesthetic clinic owners. After developing some of the largest brands in the aesthetic industry, we have developed proven strategies to substantially grow your social media presence, feature you in world-renowned publications, and ultimately generate more quality consults for your practice.
Founded in 2017
San Juan, Texas, USA
52 employees (36 in marketing)
74% recommend to a friend
76% CEO approval
Traffic Signals
Monthly Visitors
4.1K
Traffic Source Mix
Search
37.6%
Direct
45.2%
Referral
9.3%
Social
6%
Paid
1.5%
Headcount Trend
Current headcount: ~52
Marketing Team
Marketing Team Size
32 (62% of company)
Median Career Experience
6 years
Median Tenure
1.7 years
Marketing Roles Posted (Last 30 Days)
2
