YouTube Documentary Video Editor (Long-Term Opportunity)

This is a long-term position with opportunities for raises and performance bonuses based on quality, reliability, turnaround time, and channel growth.

Please include your expected monthly salary in your application. Applicants seeking significantly higher compensation may still apply, but priority will be given to candidates who fit our current budget.

Expected Workload
We are looking for an editor who can consistently edit approximately 4–8 long-form videos per month.
The exact workload may vary depending on channel needs.

About Us
We operate multiple faceless YouTube channels focused on:

• History
• Forgotten Wealth
• Dark Economics
• Geopolitics
• Forbidden Commodities
• Business History
• Documentary Storytelling

We are looking for a skilled editor who understands viewer retention and can transform a script and voice-over into an engaging documentary-style video.

Important
This position is not for basic video editing. We are looking for editors who can create engaging documentary-style videos by combining storytelling, research, footage sourcing, graphics, music, and pacing.

What We Provide

For each video, we will provide:

• Complete script
• Voice-over recording
• Reference YouTube video(s)
• Creative direction and feedback

Your Responsibilities

• Edit high-retention YouTube videos (10–60 minutes)
• Source relevant stock footage, photos, maps, graphics, animations, and B-roll
• Add text, motion graphics, zooms, transitions, and visual storytelling elements
• Select appropriate background music and sound effects
• Follow the editing style of our reference videos
• Deliver projects on schedule
• Revise videos based on feedback when necessary

Requirements

• Strong experience editing YouTube videos
• Excellent storytelling and pacing skills
• Ability to keep viewers engaged throughout long-form content
• Proficiency with Premiere Pro, DaVinci Resolve, Final Cut Pro, or similar software
• Ability to independently source visuals and assets
• Reliable communication and attention to detail
• Good English comprehension

Preferred Experience
Experience editing videos similar to:

• MagnatesMedia
• RealLifeLore
• Johnny Harris
• Fern
• Wendover Productions
• Search Party
• Modern MBA

IMPORTANT APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

To confirm you have read this entire job posting:

1. Include the word ATLAS as the second line of your application.
2. Record a short 30–60 second Loom video introducing yourself and explaining why you are a good fit for this position.
3. Answer all application questions below.
Applications that do not follow these instructions will be automatically rejected.
Application Questions
4. Send links to your 3 best YouTube videos that you personally edited and explain your role in each project.
5. Which editing software do you use?
6. How many years of YouTube editing experience do you have?
7. Have you edited documentary, history, business, or storytelling channels before?
8. If I provide only a script and voice-over, can you source all footage, images, maps, and graphics yourself? Please explain your process.
9. What YouTube channels inspire your editing style?
10. How many 15–30 minute documentary videos can you realistically edit per month?
11. How many hours per week are available?
12. What is your internet speed?
13. What monthly compensation are you seeking?

Final Selection Process
To be considered for this position, shortlisted applicants will be required to complete a 60-second sample edit using a script, voice-over recording, and reference video that we provide.

The purpose of this test is to evaluate:

• Storytelling ability
• Editing style
• Visual sourcing skills
• Pacing and viewer retention
• Sound design
• Attention to detail
• Ability to follow instructions

Please do not apply if you are unwilling to complete the sample edit.
Due to the volume of applications, only candidates selected for the next stage will receive the test materials.

Long-Term Opportunity
We are building multiple YouTube channels and are looking for a reliable editor to grow with us long-term.
Strong performers will receive:

• Higher monthly compensation
• Performance bonuses
• Additional editing projects
• Opportunities to work across multiple channels

If you are passionate about creating engaging documentary-style YouTube content, we would love to hear from you.