Amazon Prime Docuseries Editor (Hybrid – Los Angeles)

LA 411; Los Angeles (CA); Hybrid; USD 36,900 - 73,800; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive project rate based on experience

Opportunity for a major portfolio piece

Job summary

A creative production studio in Los Angeles is seeking a documentary editor with extensive experience in long-form editing. This hybrid role combines remote work with in-person collaboration. The editor will work on a high-visibility documentary series aimed at streaming distribution. Candidates must have proficiency in Adobe Premiere Pro and the ability to work during the holidays. A strong portfolio is required.

Qualifications

• Heavy experience in documentary or unscripted long-form editing.
• Proficiency in Adobe Premiere Pro.
• Must submit a portfolio or work samples.
• Available to work over the holidays.
• Based in Los Angeles and able to attend in-person sessions.

Responsibilities

• Edit documentary series combining remote work with in-person sessions.
• Contribute to a major portfolio piece for streaming distribution.
• Collaborate actively on a high-visibility, large-scale production.

Skills

Documentary or unscripted long-form editing

Adobe Premiere Pro

Job description

This is a Contracted position in the field of Film / Motion Picture Production, located in Los Angeles, CA.

The position pays $300.00 per day.

The employer is Youshaei Studios.

Clicking "Apply" will direct you to apply through ProductionHUB.

Company: Youshaei Studios
Location: Los Angeles, CA (Hybrid – Remote + In-Person)
Commitment: Freelance | Mid-November–Late December (includes Thanksgiving & Christmas)

About the Project
Youshaei Studios is producing a cinematic 10-episode documentary series filmed on Sony FX6 cameras. The series captures the creativity and intensity behind one of the largest creator-led reality competitions ever produced, blending vérité storytelling with large-scale production energy.

The Role
Seeking a Los Angeles-based documentary editor with significant experience in long‑form, vérité‑driven storytelling. This is a hybrid position, combining remote editing with in‑person collaboration sessions in LA.

Requirements

• Heavy experience in documentary or unscripted long‑form editing
• Proficiency in Adobe Premiere Pro
• Must submit a portfolio or work samples
• Available to work over the holidays
• Based in Los Angeles and able to attend in‑person sessions

Opportunities
Major portfolio piece for streaming distribution
Collaboration on a high‑visibility, large‑scale production
Competitive project rate based on experience

About Youshaei Studios

Youshaei Studios produces content at the intersection of storytelling, business, and the creator economy. Founded by YouTuber and journalist Jon Youshaei, the channel has reached millions of viewers with interviews and collaborations featuring creators like MrBeast, Logan Paul, Casey Neistat, and Dude Perfect. Our mission is to create high‑quality, YouTube‑first content that educates, entertains, and inspires — from in‑depth interviews and behind‑the‑scenes features to viral storytelling that captures the future of media.