YouTube Video Editor (Storytelling & Retention Focused)

This role is for one of the Weekday's clients

Salary range: Rs 600000 - Rs 1000000 (ie INR 6 - 10 LPA)

Min Experience: 2 years

Location: Bengaluru

JobType: full-time

We are seeking a YouTube-focused video editor who knows how to transform raw footage into captivating, binge-worthy videos.

This role goes beyond basic editing — you must have a mindset centered on storytelling, pacing, and maintaining audience engagement.

Requirements

Responsibilities

• Edit long-form YouTube videos (8–20 minutes) with a strong focus on storytelling
• Organize videos to ensure:
• Compelling hooks within the first 10–20 seconds
• Seamless flow and pacing
• High viewer retention
• Incorporate:
• Motion graphics, zoom effects, cuts, and memes where appropriate
• B-roll footage, sound effects, and music to enhance engagement
• Collaborate with creators and founders to transform ideas into captivating narratives
• Optionally, repurpose long-form content into short-form videos (preferred)
• Regularly refine edits based on audience retention and overall performance

Qualifications

• 1 to 4 years of experience in YouTube video editing
• Deep understanding of:
• YouTube storytelling formats
• Viewer retention, pacing, and audience psychology
• Proficient in:
• Adobe Premiere Pro, After Effects, and Final Cut Pro
• Experience collaborating with:
• YouTubers, creators, and content teams

Essential Skills

• Ability to:
• Create engaging, hook-driven intros
• Maintain viewer interest throughout the video
• Strong aptitude for:
• Timing, cutting, and visual storytelling
• Capability to elevate average footage into high-quality content

Additional Advantages

• Experience editing for:
• Educational, technology, finance, or storytelling channels
• Knowledge of:
• YouTube analytics such as click-through rates and retention graphs
• Basic understanding of:
• Aligning thumbnails and titles with video content

Benefits of Joining Us

• Opportunity to work on impactful YouTube content
• Directly contribute to channel growth
• Fast-paced, creator-focused work environment

Required Skills

vertical videos

longform videos

Preferred Skills

YouTube

longform video