Junior Video Editor; YouTube & Podcast Content
Job in
Cape Town, 7100, South Africa
Listed on 2026-01-29
Listing for:
Hire Hangar
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-01-29
Job specializations:
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Creative Arts/Media
Digital Media / Production, Video Production, Graphic Designer
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Job Title
Junior Video Editor (You Tube & Podcast Content)
LocationRemote
TimeUS Time Zones (EST–PST)
Role OverviewWe are seeking a Junior Video Editor with hands‑on experience editing You Tube videos and podcast content. This role is ideal for an early‑career editor who understands modern You Tube‑style storytelling, pacing, and audience retention, and who actively uses emerging AI‑powered tools to enhance editing speed, quality, and creativity. You will work closely with content creators, producers, and marketers to turn long‑form and short‑form recordings into polished, engaging video content optimized for digital platforms.
Key Responsibilities- Edit long‑form You Tube videos and video podcasts, including multi‑camera edits where applicable
- Create short‑form clips (Shorts, Reels, Tik Toks) from podcast and You Tube content
- Apply clean cuts, pacing, basic motion graphics, captions, and sound balancing suitable for You Tube audiences
- Use AI‑powered tools to assist with editing workflows, captioning, clipping, noise reduction, and content optimization
- Collaborate with producers and creators to implement feedback and revisions efficiently
- Ensure all videos align with brand guidelines, platform best practices, and publishing requirements
- Organize project files and assets to support a smooth remote workflow
- 1+ year of hands‑on experience editing You Tube videos and/or video podcasts
- Demonstrated experience using modern AI tools in video editing workflows (e.g., AI‑assisted editing, auto‑captioning, audio cleanup, clip generation, or similar)
- Proficiency with at least one professional video editing platform (e.g., Adobe Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro, DaVinci Resolve, or similar)
- Strong understanding of You Tube and podcast content styles, pacing, and viewer engagement
- Non‑negotiable: Prior experience working remotely, with fluency in remote collaboration tools and platforms such as Slack, Zoom, Google Workspace, Asana (or similar). Candidates must have previously worked with US or UK‑based companies; applications without this experience will not be considered.
- Ability to take feedback, manage deadlines, and communicate clearly in a remote environment
- Experience editing for You Tube channels or podcasts with consistent publishing schedules
- Familiarity with short‑form content strategies for You Tube Shorts, Tik Tok, and Instagram Reels
- Basic motion graphics or text animation experience
- Interest in staying current with new AI tools and trends in video production and content creation
- Video Editing:
Adobe Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro, DaVinci Resolve, or similar - Audio & Podcast Tools:
Adobe Audition, Descript, or similar - AI Tools:
Descript, Runway, Opus Clip, Auto‑captioning tools, AI audio cleanup tools, or comparable platforms - Collaboration & Workflow:
Slack, Zoom, Google Workspace, Asana, Notion, or similar
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