Remote YouTube Video Editor — Creator-Centric Studio

HardScope; United States; Remote; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

HardScope is seeking a talented Video Editor to own edits across a slate of original programming, creator collaborations, and branded content. You will work with the Studio and Production teams from rough cut to final delivery, shaping storytelling and pacing for maximum audience retention.

This hands-on role requires a deep understanding of creator content, fast delivery without sacrificing quality, and the ability to operate across long-form formats on YouTube and other platforms.

Qualifications

• Proven experience editing long-form YouTube content and understanding retention drivers.
• Deep familiarity with creator culture and formats.
• Advanced proficiency in Adobe Premiere Pro; working knowledge of After Effects for motion graphics.
• Experience editing branded or sponsorship content with seamless integration.
• Highly self-sufficient with strong project management for fast-paced production.

Responsibilities

• Leads end-to-end post-production on long-form video content across platforms
• Collaborates closely with directors, producers, and creative leads from rough cut through final delivery
• Establishes and maintains editorial standards, pacing, and storytelling frameworks across projects
• Oversees and mentoring junior editors and post-production staff
• Manages multiple concurrent timelines under fast-paced production schedules
• Contributes to pre-production planning, including story structure and shot list review
• Ensures consistency in quality, tone, and brand voice across all published content

Skills

Premiere Pro

After Effects

Branded content editing

Creator culture understanding

Project management

Long-form video editing

Audience retention optimization

Job description

HardScope is seeking a talented Video Editor to own edits across a slate of original programming, creator collaborations, and branded content. You will work with the Studio and Production teams from rough cut to final delivery, shaping storytelling and pacing for maximum audience retention.

This hands-on role requires a deep understanding of creator content, fast delivery without sacrificing quality, and the ability to operate across long-form formats on YouTube and other platforms.