Youtube Editor

Amp Studios; Huntington Beach (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Amp Studios in Huntington Beach, CA seeks an on-site YouTube Editor to craft both long-form and short-form videos optimized for YouTube. You will cut footage, add graphics, adjust sound, and color grade while integrating channel-specific styles and meeting strict publishing deadlines.

You will stay on top of YouTube trends, optimize watch time and retention, and collaborate with creators, producers, and team members to drive channel growth and audience engagement.

Qualifications

• Proficient video editing with industry-standard software.
• Strong sense of storytelling and audience retention strategies for YouTube.
• Experience organizing media assets and maintaining efficient post-production workflows.

Responsibilities

• Edit long-form and short-form YouTube content with tight deadlines.
• Add graphics, sound design, and color correction to enhance storytelling.
• Collaborate with creators and production teams to align with channel styles.
• Organize footage and assets, implement feedback quickly, and meet publishing schedules.

Skills

Video editing

After effects

Storytelling

Collaboration

Pacing & retention

Attention to detail

Analytics awareness

Tools

Adobe Premiere Pro

Final Cut Pro

After Effects

DaVinci Resolve

Job description

Company Description

Amp Studios is a creator-driven media company generating over 3 billion monthly views across its network. The company focuses on incubating digital creators, channels, and businesses through a highly engaged content ecosystem. Team members collaborate closely with talent and production teams to develop innovative and high-performing content. Amp Studios offers a fast-paced, creative environment where data-driven strategies and storytelling help creators grow and brands expand their reach.

Role Description

This is a full-time, on-site Youtube Editor role based in Huntington Beach, CA. The Youtube Editor will be responsible for editing long-form and short-form video content optimized for YouTube, including cutting footage, adding graphics, sound design, and color correction. The role involves collaborating with creators, producers, and other team members to refine storytelling, maintain channel-specific styles, and meet publishing deadlines. Daily tasks include organizing footage, creating thumbnails or visual assets as needed, implementing feedback quickly, and ensuring videos adhere to platform best practices. The Youtube Editor is expected to stay current on YouTube trends, audience behavior, and content performance to help improve watch time, retention, and overall channel growth.

Qualifications

• Strong video editing skills using industry-standard software (e.g., Adobe Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro, or similar).
• Experience with motion graphics and visual enhancement tools (e.g., After Effects, basic animation, transitions).
• Understanding of YouTube content formats, storytelling techniques, and audience retention strategies.
• Ability to manage media organization, file management, and efficient workflow in a fast-paced production environment.
• Attention to detail in sound design, pacing, color correction, and overall video quality.
• Experience collaborating with creators or production teams and incorporating feedback constructively.
• Familiarity with YouTube analytics, basic digital marketing concepts, and thumbnail/metadata best practices is a plus.
• Strong communication skills, reliability, and ability to meet tight deadlines on-site in Huntington Beach, CA.
• Relevant experience in digital media, content creation, or post-production; formal education in film, media, or related fields is beneficial but not required.