Part-Time Documentary Video Editor — Remote Collaboration

Crowd Surf

United States

On-site

USD 34,000 - 55,000

Part time

7 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Monthly computer and phone stipend

Job summary

Crowd Surf is seeking a highly organized, Part-Time Assistant Video Editor to support the director/editor of a feature-length documentary centered on a high-profile client. The role focuses on managing large footage volumes, maintaining an organized post‑production workflow, and editing alongside the director via Zoom.

Ideal candidates will have strong media management, storytelling instincts, and the ability to work independently with discretion.

Qualifications

Strong proficiency with professional video editing software and post‑production workflows.
Exceptional media management and organizational skills.
Strong understanding of storytelling, pacing, graphics, and sound design.
Ability to take detailed creative direction and execute independently.
Comfortable collaborating remotely and editing alongside a director via Zoom.
Reliable, detail‑oriented, communicative, and able to maintain confidentiality.
Documentary, long‑form, or assistant editing experience is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

Ingest, sort, organize, and manage a high volume of footage.
Maintain meticulous project files, folder structures and asset organization.
Work alongside the director/editor in real time via Zoom.
Complete independent editing assignments based on the director’s notes and creative direction.
Help maintain an efficient post‑production workflow throughout the project.
Support the director’s creative vision while bringing strong editorial instincts and attention to detail to the process.