Freelance Editor / Animator - Space and Astronomy Content (Remote)

Electrify Video Partners; United Kingdom; Remote; Confidential; Full time

Job summary

An innovative company is seeking talented Freelance Video Editors to join their remote production team. This role offers the chance to work on high-quality long-form videos that blend live action and animation, while collaborating closely with creators and production teams. The ideal candidates will have a strong background in video editing, particularly in digital content creation for platforms like YouTube. You will be part of a dynamic environment that encourages creativity and self-starter initiatives, allowing you to thrive and contribute to meaningful projects. If you have a passion for storytelling and science, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Dynamic work environment

Remote work flexibility

Opportunities for personal growth

Involvement in social impact projects

Qualifications

• 3+ years in video editing with a strong showreel.
• Advanced skills in Adobe Premiere Pro and sound design.

Responsibilities

• Edit and produce high-quality long-form videos with animation.
• Source and manage media elements for video production.

Skills

Video Editing

Storytelling

Sound Design

Motion Graphics

Attention to Detail

Multitasking

Education

3+ years of experience in video editing

Tools

Adobe Premiere Pro

Creative Cloud

Job description

Are you passionate about storytelling through visual media? Join us at Astrum, one of the largest astronomy channels on YouTube with over 2 million subscribers.

We are looking for talented and creative Freelance Video Editors to join our remote production team. The ideal candidates will have a background in video editing and a genuine interest in science content. Experience editing documentaries and educational content will be considered a valuable asset.

Tasks

• Edit and produce high-quality long-form videos that incorporate live action and animation footage, utilizing video editing software and collaborating with animators.
• Source, select, and import suitable media elements (videos, images, audio).
• Work closely with the creator and the production team to ensure all video content is accurate, informative, and engaging.
• Integrate the tone of voice from the original Astrum channel into the new editing style, while elevating the overall quality to a higher standard than the original channel.
• Implement sound design on edits.
• Ensure use of rights-cleared assets.
• Manage and organize video footage, assets, and archives.
• Stay up-to-date with video editing software and techniques.

Requirements

• 3+ years of experience in video editing and accompanying showreel, with an emphasis on digital content creation and experience with YouTube.
• Advanced proficiency in Adobe Premiere Pro & Creative Cloud.
• Demonstrated experience creating motion graphics and animations.
• Excellent video documentary storytelling skills.
• Although not essential, a strong understanding of YouTube and other social media platforms and how to optimize content for those platforms would be beneficial.
• A passion for Astronomy with the ability to communicate complex concepts to a broad audience.
• Experience in sound design, with the ability to integrate audio elements into video projects is essential.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to multitask.
• Previous experience editing documentaries will be considered an advantage.

Benefits

Electrify Culture

• Dynamic environment - We are dedicated to providing a world-class creative culture where our employees can thrive. We’re looking for self-starters with an entrepreneurial mindset who want to be part of our success story. You’ll discover new opportunities, take ownership of important initiatives, and learn at a fast pace.
• Work anywhere - We are a remote team with employees around the world. This means you are free to work from anywhere with a good internet connection.
• Force for good - We believe in leveraging the power of Electrify to change lives and have set up our Creator Foundation. For each established creator that we invest in, we will provide both the cash and production support for an emerging creator to produce and distribute a video that tells an important story linked to one of the United Nations 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). We actively encourage your involvement in these projects. Electrify is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive, innovative environment with the best employees. We provide employment opportunities without regard to age, race, colour, ancestry, national origin, religion, disability, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law.

Unfortunately, we may be unable to respond to all applications, but thank you for your interest and time taken to apply.