YouTube Documentary Video Editor (Long-Term Opportunity)

COMPENSATION: This is a per-video position, paid according to the length of each video, with real room to grow. These are trial / first-video rates - once you've proven your style, reliability, and turnaround, your per-video rate increases, and strong performers also earn performance bonuses and steady, growing volume.

Starting rates:
10–15 minutes: $15 per video
16–25 minutes: $20 per video
26–35 minutes: $25 per video
60–80 minute features: from $45 per video (priced per project, as these are much larger)

Applicants seeking significantly higher starting compensation may still apply, but priority will be given to editors who are excited to start at these rates and grow with us long-term.

EXPECTED WORKLOAD: We are looking for an editor who can grow into a steady output of long-form videos. We'll start at approximately 8 videos per month while we learn each other's workflow, with the goal of scaling toward 12-18 per month as we build a consistent rhythm. We care more about retention and quality than raw volume - the exact workload will depend on channel needs and how the collaboration develops.

ABOUT US: We operate multiple faceless YouTube channels focused on: True-Crime, History, Forgotten Wealth, Dark Economics, Geopolitics, Forbidden Commodities, Business History, and Documentary Storytelling. We are looking for a skilled editor who understands YouTube's 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're looking for editors who can build engaging documentary-style videos by combining storytelling, research, footage sourcing, graphics, music, and pacing - the difference between a slideshow and a film.

Our aim is for every video to feel like a highly-produced, cinematic Netflix-style documentary - polished, immersive, and gripping from the first second to the last.

WHAT WE PROVIDE: For each video, we will provide:
1. Complete script
2. Voice-over recording
3. Reference YouTube video(s)
4. A channel style guide / template so your work stays on-brand and consistent
5. Occasionally, additional resources or specific assets to use for a particular video (you should still be comfortable sourcing everything yourself when we don't)
6. Creative direction and feedback using ----------

YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Edit high-retention YouTube documentaries (typically 15–35 minutes, with some longer feature-length videos of 60–80 minutes)
2. Source relevant stock footage, photos, maps, graphics, animations, and B-roll
3. Source and add background music and sound effects that fit the tone
4. Ensure every asset you use - footage, images, music, and sound effects - is properly licensed and safe for YouTube monetization (no copyright-claimed or restricted material)
5. Add text, motion graphics, zooms, transitions, and visual storytelling elements
6. Follow the editing style of our reference videos and channel template.
*Important Note: Because our channels cover real people and events, use only the clips and on-screen source citations we provide - keep sources visible where instructed, and never re-upload anyone's full video*
7. Deliver projects on schedule
8. Revise videos based on time-stamped feedback when necessary (we review edits on ---------- )

REQUIREMENTS:
1. Strong experience editing long-form YouTube videos
2. Excellent storytelling and pacing skills
3. Ability to keep viewers engaged throughout long-form content
4. Proficiency with Premiere Pro, DaVinci Resolve, Final Cut Pro, or similar software
5. Ability to independently source visuals and assets
6. A clear understanding of copyright and monetization safety - all footage, images, music, and sound effects must be cleared for commercial use so our videos are never demonetized or copyright-claimed.
7. Reliable communication and attention to detail
8. Good English comprehension
9. Willingness to use ---------- (free) for our review process, where we leave timestamped comments for you to revise to

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE:

• Experience editing videos similar to: MagnatesMedia, golfcartmedia, J Wisdom, Influencers Exposed, Johnny Harris, Fern, Wendover Productions, Search Party, DRInsanityCrime and 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're 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:
1. Send links to your 3 best YouTube videos that you personally edited - should be long-form (10+ minutes) -and explain your exact role in each project and provide us with the editing timeline.
2. Which editing software do you use? And are you willing to use ---------- (free) for our review and revision process?
3. How many years of YouTube editing experience do you have?
4. Have you edited documentary, history, business, or storytelling channels before? Share examples if so.
5. If we provide only a script and voice-over, can you source all footage, images, maps, and graphics yourself? Please walk us through your process.
6. What sources do you use for stock footage, images, music, and sound effects - and are they licensed for commercial use and safe for YouTube monetization? Please be specific about the sites or libraries you rely on.
7. What YouTube channels inspire your editing style?
8. How many videos can you realistically edit per month at a high-retention quality bar? (Our videos are typically 15–35 minutes, with some longer 60–80 minute features.)
9. How many hours per week are you available, and what hours of the day can you overlap with us for communication? (We work on GMT+3.)
10. What is your internet speed?
11. What is your expected rate per video? (Our videos are usually 15–35 minutes, with occasional 60–80 minute features.)
12. What is your typical turnaround time for a fully edited long form video (considering the length of our videos?)

FINAL SELECTION PROCESS: Shortlisted applicants will 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, and ability to follow instructions.

NOTE: 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 editors to grow with us long-term. Strong performers will receive higher compensation, performance bonuses, additional editing projects, and opportunities to work across multiple channels.

Strong performers will receive:

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

If you're passionate about creating engaging documentary-style YouTube content, we'd love to hear from you.