Experienced YouTube Video Editor for Youth Gaming Content – Remote Contract Position with Opportunities for Growth and Creative Expression

Welcome to Mug Media: A Leading Remote Video Editing Team Mug Media is a pioneering, fully-remote video editing team that specializes in creating high-quality, engaging content for YouTube. We take pride in our ability to deliver blue-ribbon video editing services, quick turnaround times, and candid communication with both our clients and team members. Our team of skilled editors is well-versed in YouTube's unique editing language and works closely with creators to mimic and elevate their trademark styles. As a member of our team, you will be instrumental in shaping Mug Media's culture and trajectory, helping us become a flagship production company for the new age of online media. About the Role: YouTube Video Editor for Youth Gaming Content We are seeking an experienced YouTube Video Editor to join our remote team on a contract basis. As a YouTube Video Editor, you will play a crucial role in editing raw footage into top-tier YouTube content, often working on tight deadlines. You will collaborate closely with YouTube creators via Discord, executing quick revisions and ensuring that the final product meets their expectations. Your expertise will be essential in optimizing video performance and workflow, working closely with fellow editors, creatives, and analysts to deliver high-quality content that resonates with our audience. Key Responsibilities: Edit raw footage into engaging, high-quality YouTube content, meeting tight deadlines and exceeding client expectations Collaborate with YouTube creators via Discord, executing quick revisions and providing candid feedback to ensure the best possible outcome Work closely with fellow editors, creatives, and analysts to optimize video performance and workflow, continuously improving our editing processes and techniques Organize and upload assets with accurate naming conventions, ensuring that all files are easily accessible and up-to-date Pitch and provide candid feedback on ideas for original, in-house content, contributing to the development of innovative and engaging video concepts Who We're Looking For: To be successful in this role, you should be a skilled YouTube Content Creator/Video Editor with a proven track record of delivering high-quality content. You should have experience working with Adobe Premiere, as well as other editing suites such as Photoshop, After Effects, and Media Encoder. Familiarity with Discord and a love for YouTube, gaming, humor, and meme culture are also essential. You should be comfortable prioritizing and executing multiple video projects, each with unique styles, and be capable of giving, receiving, and applying candid feedback. Essential Qualifications: Proven experience as a YouTube Content Creator/Video Editor, with multiple editing samples to showcase your skills Experience working with Adobe Premiere, as well as other editing suites such as Photoshop, After Effects, and Media Encoder Familiarity with Discord and excellent communication skills A love for YouTube, gaming, humor, and meme culture, with a deep understanding of what makes engaging content Ability to prioritize and execute multiple video projects, each with unique styles, and meet tight deadlines Strong organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple assets and files Preferred Qualifications: Familiarity or proficiency with other editing suites, such as Final Cut, Vegas Pro, etc. Experience with Google Drive and Google Suite, with the ability to collaborate and share files seamlessly Experience with cinematography, scriptwriting, or original content production, with a keen eye for storytelling and visual aesthetics Experience with YouTube analytics, with the ability to track and analyze video performance What We Offer: In return for your skills and experience, we offer a competitive hourly rate of $27.00 - $33.00 per hour, as well as a range of benefits, including: Flexible schedule, with the ability to choose your own hours and work at times that suit you best Health insurance, to ensure that you and your loved ones are protected and cared for Paid time off, to allow you to rest and recharge Career Growth and Development: At Mug Media, we are committed to helping our team members grow and develop their skills. As a YouTube Video Editor, you will have the opportunity to work on a wide range of projects, from gaming content to vlogs and educational videos. You will be able to develop your skills in video editing, storytelling, and visual aesthetics, and will have the chance to collaborate with other creatives and analysts to optimize video performance and workflow. With our support and guidance, you will be able to take your career to the next level and achieve your goals. Work Environment and Company Culture: At Mug Media, we pride ourselves on our vibrant and inclusive company culture. We believe in fostering a sense of community and collaboration, and we encourage our team members to share their ideas and feedback. We are a fully-remote team, which means that you will be able to work from the comfort of your own home, or from anywhere in the world. We use Discord to communicate and collaborate, and we have a strong focus on candid communication and transparency. If you are looking for a dynamic and supportive work environment, where you can grow and develop your skills, then Mug Media is the perfect place for you. How to Apply: To apply for this exciting opportunity, please submit your resume and a link to your reel or examples of previous work. We can't wait to see your skills and experience in action! Please note that we do not accept resumes or reels through our website contact form, so be sure to include a link to your reel in your resume when you apply. Conclusion: If you are a skilled and experienced YouTube Video Editor, with a passion for gaming and youth content, then we want to hear from you. This is a unique opportunity to join a dynamic and growing team, and to contribute to the creation of high-quality, engaging content for YouTube. With our support and guidance, you will be able to take your career to the next level and achieve your goals. So why wait? Apply now and join the Mug Media team! Apply for this job