Freelance Video Editor - Fireship

Electrify Video Partners is a dynamic new digital media company that invests in and scales creators with an established YouTube presence. Our mission is to turn creators into global media businesses by building teams, scaling the production and distribution of their content and introducing new revenue streams across platforms. We acquire between 50% and 100% of creator businesses with an established YouTube presence. We have raised multiple funding rounds and have significant existing revenue streams.

We are building a decentralised global team to power our business and are looking for A-players that share our vision and values and want to play a part in driving the business forward on its exciting journey. Come and build the future of media with Electrify!

Overview

Fireship is the biggest software engineering channel on YouTube, providing high-intensity code tutorials as well as regular news videos covering the topics every programmer should know.

We are looking for a creative and experienced video editor to join our remote digital video team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for composing clips, editing audio and delivering polished videos related to programming. This individual should have some familiarity with programming, as understanding the source material is essential for effective editing.

They will collaborate with the team to turn written episodes into well-paced and polished episodes that tell the story without losing a viewer's interest. They will also work closely with the rest of the team to ensure that the videos are informative, entertaining, and visually appealing.

• Source, select and import suitable media elements (videos, images, audio)
• Collaborate closely with the scriptwriter to understand visual requirements and ensure alignment with the overall storytelling vision.
• Manage multiple edit projects concurrently, prioritising tasks effectively to meet deadlines and maintain project momentum.
• Maintain organised project files and documentation to ensure easy access to assets and seamless collaboration with team members.
• Assist in the production of Fireship’s content to increase the quantity and variety of output, contributing to the growth and engagement of the audience.

• Experience in video editing, with an emphasis on digital content creation and experience with YouTube.
• Advanced proficiency in Adobe software, such as Adobe Premiere Pro, Illustrator, Photoshop, After Effects, and other related software.
• A strong understanding of YouTube and other social media platforms and how to optimise content for those platforms.
• Strong understanding of programming and storytelling, with a deep understanding of both industries.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to multitask.
• Able to replicate the tone and style of the channel’s content.

Work anywhere - We are a remote team with employees around the world. This means you are free to work from anywhere with a good internet connection.

Electrify is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive, innovative environment with the best employees. We provide employment opportunities without regard to age, race, colour, ancestry, national origin, religion, disability, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law.