Video Editor

Video Editor (Final Cut Pro) – Storytelling, Color Correction, Log Conversion

About Us
Visual Production Studios is a Salt Lake City–based video production company helping businesses showcase their craft, build trust, and tell authentic stories through high-quality video. We serve clients in construction, landscaping, biotech, lifestyle brands, and more. Our focus is on cinematic, emotionally engaging edits that look professional and feel real.

Role Overview
We’re hiring a skilled video editor who works exclusively in Final Cut Pro and can deliver professional-quality edits consistently. You should be comfortable working with log footage (Sony FX30, DJI drones), applying Rec.709 conversions correctly, and using storytelling instincts to build clean, watchable edits.

You’ll be responsible for getting projects to a strong 70%+ stage so our in-house team can polish and finalize.

Responsibilities

Edit raw footage in Final Cut Pro (FCPX) only

Apply correct Sony FX30 S-Log3 ? Rec.709 LUTs

Apply correct DJI drone log ? Rec.709 conversions

Perform basic color correction, exposure balancing, and adjustments

Build edits using a simple storytelling structure: intro ? body ? outro

Sync audio (lav mic + camera audio) and clean up

Cut long-form projects into short-form versions for LinkedIn, Instagram, TikTok

Follow detailed SOPs and Loom training videos

Maintain clean, organized project folders

Deliver on time with professional, consistent communication

Requirements

Must work in Final Cut Pro (non-negotiable)

Experience handling Sony FX30 and DJI log footage

Strong understanding of log-to-Rec.709 workflows

Good eye for pacing, structure, and storytelling

Strong English comprehension and ability to follow instructions

Reliable computer and internet connection (able to handle 4K footage)

Willingness to take feedback, learn, and improve

Bonus if you have experience with ---------- , Dropbox, and remote team tools

What We Offer

Stable, long-term freelance role with potential for growth

Clear SOPs, conversion LUTs, and Loom trainings provided

Consistent feedback and collaboration with our in-house team

Diverse projects for high-quality clients

On-time monthly pay: $400–$600/month to start, with potential for raises based on performance

How to Apply
Please send:

Your resume and a few work samples (links only – no large attachments)

Answers to these questions:

Do you edit exclusively in Final Cut Pro?

Have you worked with Sony FX30 and DJI log footage?

How do you usually handle log-to-Rec.709 conversion?

What’s your basic approach to storytelling when editing?

We will also send you a test project using raw Sony FX30 and DJI footage. You’ll be expected to:

Apply correct Rec.709 conversion

Sync audio

Build a clean edit using a basic storytelling structure

We’re looking for someone who takes pride in clean, consistent edits and wants to grow long-term with our team.