YouTube Editor

Shaka Wear; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Shaka Wear in Los Angeles is seeking a video editor who understands storytelling, pacing, and audience retention. You’ll edit podcast content and lifestyle/business vlogs, turning raw footage into engaging videos that keep viewers watching.

If you know how to make conversations dynamic, create cinematic moments, and edit with the YouTube algorithm in mind, we’d love to see your work. Join a fast‑moving, culture‑driven team shaping streetwear storytelling.

Qualifications

• Strong experience editing YouTube podcasts and vlogs.
• Proficiency in Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro, or DaVinci Resolve.
• Basic motion graphics skills (After Effects is a plus).
• Experience creating engaging edits similar to creators.

Responsibilities

• Cut dead space, improve pacing, and maintain viewer retention.
• Add B-roll, motion graphics, captions, zooms, sound effects, and music where appropriate.
• Color correct and mix audio.
• Design compelling intros and transitions.
• Deliver videos optimized for YouTube.
• Organize project files and meet deadlines.

Skills

Video editing

Storytelling

Pacing

Communication

Tools

Adobe Premiere Pro

Final Cut Pro

DaVinci Resolve

After Effects

Job description

Our Vision

To be the global leader in streetwear essentials, driven by unfiltered authenticity, timeless silhouettes, and relentless innovation.

About Shaka Wear

Founded in South Los Angeles in 2004, Shaka Wear is a premium streetwear essential brand built on authenticity, quality, and culture. From our world-famous heavyweight tees to our growing collection of streetwear staples, we don't just make clothing. We make a statement. We're rooted in the spirit of LA and driven by a belief that true style lives in the basics. As we continue to grow, we're building a team that shares our passion for the culture and our hunger to push the brand to the next level.

About the Role

Video editor who understands storytelling, pacing, and audience retention. You’ll be editing both podcast content and lifestyle/business vlogs, turning raw footage into engaging videos that keep viewers watching.

If you know how to make conversations feel dynamic, create cinematic moments, and edit with the YouTube algorithm in mind, we’d love to see your work.

Objectives of the Role

• Cut dead space, improve pacing, and maintain viewer retention.
• Add B-roll, motion graphics, captions, zooms, sound effects, and music where appropriate.
• Color correct and mix audio.
• Design compelling intros and transitions.
• Deliver videos optimized for YouTube.
• Organize project files and meet deadlines.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Strong experience editing YouTube podcasts and vlogs.
• Proficiency in Adobe Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro, or DaVinci Resolve.
• Basic motion graphics skills (After Effects is a plus).
• Experience creating engaging edits similar to creators like:
• Reliable communication and fast turnaround times

Preferred Skills

• YouTube Shorts/Reels editing
• Understanding of YouTube analytics and retention strategies
• Ability to suggest creative improvements rather than simply following instructions

Our Culture

At Shaka Wear, we move fast, think big, and take pride in what we build. We're a growing team and your work will have real, visible impact from day one. We value people who perform, take ownership, and bring genuine passion to what they do. The environment is creative, street culture-driven, and entrepreneurial. We don't do things the conventional way, and that's by design.

Our Core Values

• Authenticity: We stay true to our roots and our culture in everything we do.
• Quality over everything: We don't accept anything less than the best, and neither should you.
• Loyalty: To the culture, to our team, and to the people who wear our brand.
• Trust & Integrity: We do what we say and say what we mean, every time.
• Hustle and ownership: If you can perform, you'll be rewarded. We trust people who take initiative.