YouTube Video Editor (Retainer) — Longform + Shorts

The Mission
I’m documenting a 270-day sprint to scale my business. Strict cadence: 1 longform every 48 hours + 3 Shorts per longform. I need a reliable partner, not a gig-hopper — someone who wants stable, predictable work and a channel they can grow with. You’ll be editing a raw, fast-paced build story designed for a global audience.
What You’ll Do
• Edit 15 longform videos/month (8–12 min): clean pacing, jump cuts, light B-roll/screens, simple text emphasis.
• Cut 45 Shorts/month (30–60s, 9:16): strong hook, captions, fast rhythm.
• Deliver every upload within 36h of raw drop.
• Keep folders organized (naming, exports, thumbnails).
Why This Role Is Different
• Stable retainer: guaranteed monthly workload.
• One client, one focus: no juggling multiple projects.
• Async + flexible: work your own hours — only deadlines matter.
• Portfolio value: “Edited by [Your Name]” credit in descriptions.
What We Expect
• Proven YouTube editing samples (not corporate reels).
• Strong grasp of pacing + retention.
• Comfortable producing longform + Shorts.
• Premiere, Resolve, or Final Cut; can caption Shorts.
• Reliable internet + consistent delivery.
• Revisions limited to one quick pass ( (<20 min) if needed.
Editing Specs
• Audio: denoise + limiter, target ~-14 LUFS.
• Captions: Shorts only (clean, clear fonts).
• Retention: interrupts every ~20–30s (zoom, crop, text).
Compensation (Retainer)
• US$800–1,000/month (PHP 46,000–57,200), progression built-in.
• Automatic raises: $900 from Month 3, $1,000 from Month 6 if cadence/quality are consistent.
• Retention bonus: $200 at Day 90 for perfect SLA delivery.
• Scope: 15 longforms + 45 Shorts, 36h SLA.
• Paid weekly ($185 / PHP 10,600), on time.
Paid Trial (Mandatory)
• Edit 1 longform (8–10 min) + 2 Shorts from raw. US$50 flat.
• We assess speed, instincts, and communication.
How to Apply (one message)
1. 3 YouTube links you’ve edited (longform).
2. 2 Shorts links you’ve cut (with captions).
3. Your timezone & typical working hours.
4. Internet speed screenshot.
5. One tip you use to improve first-minute retention.