FOIA Researcher + YouTube Video Editor (Bodycam Channel)

We’re building a fast-growing YouTube channel focused on police bodycam footage and real-life cases.

We’re looking for someone who can:

* Find viral-worthy cases (via FOIA + online sources)
* Break them into compelling stories
* Edit high-retention YouTube videos with strong hooks + pacing

This is a long-term role with consistent work for the right person.

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???? Responsibilities

1. Case Research (FOIA + Internet)

* Find trending or high-interest police/bodycam cases
* Submit FOIA requests when needed (we’ll guide you if necessary)
* Source footage from:
* Police departments
* Public records
* YouTube / news archives
* Identify cases with:
* Strong emotional hooks
* Conflict / escalation
* Viral potential

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2. Script Writing

* Turn raw cases into engaging YouTube scripts
* Structure:
* ???? Hook (first 3–5 seconds = must grab attention)
* ???? Context (what’s happening + why it matters)
* ? Escalation (build tension)
* ???? Payoff (resolution / twist)
* Style:
* Simple, direct, slightly dramatic
* Retention-focused (no boring filler)

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3. Video Editing

* Edit bodycam footage into high-retention videos
* Add:
* Clean cuts (no dead time)
* Zooms/punch-ins for tension
* Subtle sound effects (optional)
* Light captions when needed
* Match pacing similar to:
* Viral bodycam channels
* Documentary-style storytelling

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???? Ideal Candidate

* Has experience with:
* YouTube automation / faceless channels
* Bodycam / documentary / storytelling content
* Understands:
* What makes a video go viral
* Viewer retention & pacing
* Can work independently and find winning ideas without hand-holding

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???? Deliverables

Per video:

* 1 researched case
* 1 script (5–12 minutes video length)
* 1 fully edited video ready to upload

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???? Payment

* Per video OR monthly (depending on experience)
* Bonus for viral videos ????

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???? To Apply

Send:

1. Examples of videos you’ve edited
2. Any research/scripting work
3. Your favorite viral bodycam video and WHY it worked

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? Important

We’re not looking for average editors — we want someone who understands:
???? Hook = everything
???? Retention = money