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Junior Video Editor (YouTube & Podcast Content)

Hire Hangar · Remote, South Africa

Animation / MultimediaJunior LevelRemoteQuick applyFull-time2 days ago

About The Role

Join Hire Hangar and work with fast-growing global companies while building a long-term, remote career.

Job Title

  • Junior Video Editor (YouTube & Podcast Content)
  • Location

Remote

Time Zone

US Time Zones (EST–PST)

Role Overview

We are seeking a Junior Video Editor with hands-on experience editing YouTube videos and podcast content. This role is ideal for an early-career editor who understands modern YouTube-style storytelling, pacing, and audience retention, and who actively uses emerging AI-powered tools to enhance editing speed, quality, and creativity. You will work closely with content creators, producers, and marketers to turn long-form and short-form recordings into polished, engaging video content optimized for digital platforms.

Key Responsibilities

  • Edit long-form YouTube videos and video podcasts, including multi-camera edits where applicable
  • Create short-form clips (Shorts, Reels, TikToks) from podcast and YouTube content
  • Apply clean cuts, pacing, basic motion graphics, captions, and sound balancing suitable for YouTube audiences
  • Use AI-powered tools to assist with editing workflows, captioning, clipping, noise reduction, and content optimization
  • Collaborate with producers and creators to implement feedback and revisions efficiently
  • Ensure all videos align with brand guidelines, platform best practices, and publishing requirements
  • Organize project files and assets to support a smooth remote workflow

Required Qualifications

  • 1+ year of hands-on experience editing YouTube videos and/or video podcasts
  • Demonstrated experience using modern AI tools in video editing workflows (e.g., AI-assisted editing, auto-captioning, audio cleanup, clip generation, or similar)
  • Proficiency with at least one professional video editing platform (e.g., Adobe Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro, DaVinci Resolve, or similar)
  • Strong understanding of YouTube and podcast content styles, pacing, and viewer engagement
  • Non-negotiable: Prior experience working remotely, with fluency in remote collaboration tools and platforms such as Slack, Zoom, Google Workspace, Asana (or similar). Candidates must have previously worked with US or UK-based companies; applications without this experience will not be considered.
  • Ability to take feedback, manage deadlines, and communicate clearly in a remote environment

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience editing for YouTube channels or podcasts with consistent publishing schedules
  • Familiarity with short-form content strategies for YouTube Shorts, TikTok, and Instagram Reels
  • Basic motion graphics or text animation experience
  • Interest in staying current with new AI tools and trends in video production and content creation

Tools & Technology

  • Video Editing: Adobe Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro, DaVinci Resolve, or similar
  • Audio & Podcast Tools: Adobe Audition, Descript, or similar
  • AI Tools: Descript, Runway, Opus Clip, Auto-captioning tools, AI audio cleanup tools, or comparable platforms
  • Collaboration & Workflow: Slack, Zoom, Google Workspace, Asana, Notion, or similar

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