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Video Editor

Cherry Assistant

Location

Remote

Salary

Not specified

Type

fulltime

Posted

Today

via linkedin

Job Description

Video Editor (High-Retention YouTube \& AI Content)

  • We are hiring a high-performance video editor to produce fast-paced, high-retention YouTube videos focused on AI, business, and operations
  • This is not basic editing
  • You will be responsible for transforming raw footage into engaging, high-retention content using modern YouTube editing styles inspired by:

+ Alex Hormozi

+ Charlie Chang

+ Patrick Dang

  • The goal is simple: Every second of the video should feel intentional and engaging

What You’ll Be Doing

  • Edit long-form YouTube videos (8–20 minutes)
  • Apply high-retention editing techniques:

+ Rapid cuts (1–3 seconds)

+ Pattern interrupts every 2–5 seconds

+ Dynamic zooms and motion

  • Add:

+ Bold on-screen text

+ UI-style graphics (tags, pills, overlays)

+ Cinematic effects (glow, blur, lighting)

  • Incorporate B-roll:

+ AI, tech, startup visuals

+ Dashboards, interfaces, workflows

  • Perform sound design:

+ Background music

+ Subtle SFX for emphasis

  • Remove:

+ Filler words

+ Pauses

Security \& Privacy (Non-Negotiable)

  • You must blur all sensitive information
  • Hide:

+ API keys

+ Passwords

+ Usernames

+ Profile pictures

+ Chat sidebars (Telegram, etc.)

  • This is non-negotiable

Editing Style (VERY IMPORTANT)

  • Follow a high-retention AI explainer style:

+ Fast-paced, no static frames

+ Text-driven storytelling

+ Cinematic \+ modern tech aesthetic

+ Dark/minimal UI visuals

+ Glow effects for AI concepts

+ Strong visual emphasis on key ideas

  • If a frame feels boring, it must be improved

Example Editing Requirements

  • Hook must start immediately (no delay)
  • Add motion within the first second
  • Use visual emphasis on key statements
  • Maintain constant visual change
  • Example concepts:

+ “AI is here” → animated UI tag

+ “You will be left behind” → bold dramatic text

+ Stats → animated pill UI

Who This Is For

  • Editors who:

+ Understand YouTube retention

+ Think like a storyteller, not just a cutter

+ Have experience with:

  • YouTube creators
  • Info/education content
  • Business or tech content

Requirements

  • Must Have:

+ 2\+ years video editing experience

+ Strong portfolio (YouTube or similar content)

+ Experience with:

  • Adobe Premiere Pro, Final Cut, or similar

+ Ability to:

  • Edit fast-paced content
  • Follow structured briefs
  • Strong Plus:

+ Experience editing for:

  • YouTubers
  • Content creators
  • Business/education channels

+ Motion graphics experience

+ Understanding of AI/startup content

Deliverables

  • For each video:

+ Final edited video (YouTube-ready)

+ Organized project files

+ Optional short-form clips (if needed)

Growth Opportunity

  • This is not a one-off role
  • You will:

+ Help define the editing style

+ Work on multiple videos per week

+ Potentially lead editing systems and SOPs

Compensation

  • Competitive (based on experience)
  • Per video or monthly retainer

How To Apply

  • Please include:

+ Portfolio (REQUIRED)

+ Short Loom video (optional but preferred):

  • Explain your editing approach

+ Your rate (per video or monthly)

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