Freelance Video Editor – YouTube

Twine; Remote; SGD 20,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading freelance marketplace is seeking a highly skilled freelance video editor for a long-term collaboration on a premium YouTube channel. The ideal candidate will focus on storytelling and viewer retention, working with detailed edits and feedback via Frame.io. Mastery of industry-standard software like Adobe Premiere Pro is essential. This role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute creatively and enhance production value through sound design, color grading, and VFX.

Qualifications

• Proven experience editing YouTube or similar online video content with a focus on storytelling.
• Mastery of industry-standard editing software.
• Ability to interpret and execute detailed edit notes.

Responsibilities

• Edit long-form and short-form YouTube videos emphasizing storytelling.
• Implement detailed edit notes and revisions using Frame.io.
• Enhance videos with professional sound design and music.

Skills

Video editing

Storytelling

Sound design

Color grading

Graphics

VFX

Project management

Communication

Tools

Adobe Premiere Pro

Final Cut Pro

DaVinci Resolve

Frame.io

Job description

A dedicated YouTube creator is seeking a highly skilled freelance video editor for a long‑term collaboration on a premium, story‑driven channel. With over 1.5 years invested in building a strong content backlog and filming across multiple countries, the channel is poised for launch with approximately 15 videos ready for editing. The focus is on delivering engaging, retention‑first content that stands out for its narrative quality, pacing, and visual excellence. The ideal candidate will be comfortable working with detailed edit notes, iterative feedback via Frame.io, and maintaining the highest standards in all aspects of post‑production, including sound design, music, color grading, graphics, and VFX. This is an opportunity to contribute creatively to a channel aiming for significant growth and audience impact.

Deliverables

• Edit long‑form and short‑form YouTube videos with a strong emphasis on storytelling and viewer retention
• Implement detailed edit notes and revisions efficiently using Frame.io
• Enhance videos with professional sound design, music selection, and audio mixing
• Apply advanced color grading and visual effects to elevate production value
• Integrate graphics and motion elements as needed to support narrative and branding
• Ensure all content meets high standards for pacing, clarity, and engagement
• Collaborate closely to iterate on feedback and deliver consistent, high‑quality results

Requirements

• Proven experience editing YouTube or similar online video content with a focus on storytelling
• Mastery of industry‑standard editing software (Adobe Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro, or DaVinci Resolve)
• Strong skills in sound design, music editing, color grading, graphics, and VFX
• Ability to interpret and execute detailed edit notes and feedback
• Experience with Frame.io or similar collaborative review platforms
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines
• Commitment to long‑term collaboration and consistent delivery
• High attention to detail and creative problem‑solving abilities
• Strong communication skills and responsiveness

About Twine
Twine is a leading freelance marketplace connecting top freelancers, consultants, and contractors with companies needing creative and tech expertise. Trusted by Fortune 500 companies and innovative startups alike, Twine enables companies to scale their teams globally.

Our Mission
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