Video Editor (YouTube)

Video Editing
Remote
November 13, 2024
Contract

Job Description

Jam Studio is looking for an exceptional Video Editor to join our production team and help craft compelling, fast-paced, story-driven content for the wildly popular SSundee YouTube channel (24+ million subscribers). The ideal candidate will be a YouTube enthusiast with a passion for gaming and internet culture, a master of pacing and storytelling, and skilled at transforming hours of raw footage into highly engaging 20-minute videos packed with stellar VFX and SFX.

This is a fully remote, contractor position with an hourly rate of $30-40 CAD, depending on experience.

Responsibilities

  • Condense gameplay footage (40+ minutes) into tight, action-packed videos that keep viewers hooked from start to finish.
  • Utilize VFX and SFX creatively to enhance storytelling and elevate the visual quality.
  • Work closely with the team to implement scripted storylines into the edits, focusing on viewer engagement and retention.
  • Collaborate with the leadership team to identify areas for improvement and refine video quality based on performance metrics.
  • Manage pacing and comedic timing to match SSundee’s unique style and personality.

Requirements

  • Expert-level proficiency in Adobe Premiere Pro & After Effects.
  • A strong portfolio showcasing your video editing skills, particularly in fast-paced gaming or YouTube content.
  • Demonstrable experience with storytelling, pacing, and audience retention strategies for YouTube.
  • The ability to create and integrate VFX, SFX, and transitions seamlessly into videos.
  • A solid understanding of YouTube, gaming, and internet culture, especially SSundee’s channel style.
  • Strong communication skills and a collaborative mindset.
  • The ability to meet deadlines while maintaining top-quality standards.

Nice-to-Haves

  • Experience working with 3D or 2D environments and animations.
  • Knowledge of viewer analytics and optimization techniques to improve performance.
  • A passion for creating viral, shareable content in the gaming niche.

Why Join Us?

  • Be part of creating viral content for one of the largest YouTube gaming channels.
  • Work in a creative and collaborative environment with a highly motivated team.
  • Showcase your skills to millions of fans worldwide.
  • Fully remote position with flexible hours.