Gig
$7-12/hour
TBD
Mar 31, 2026
YouTube Video Editor – Long Interview ? Clips, Shorts & Full Edit (URGENT)
**Job Description:**
I’m looking for a skilled video editor to transform a 1 hour 54 minute interview (MP4 file) into a full YouTube video, mini episodes, and short-form content for social media.
This project also includes removing a translator from the video and cleaning up the audio so the final result feels natural and professional.
I need someone who understands pacing, storytelling, and how to create engaging content across platforms.
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**Scope of Work:**
**1. Full-Length Video**
* Edit the full interview for YouTube
* Clean cuts, remove unnecessary pauses
* Remove translator visually where possible
* Clean up or replace translator audio
* Add basic polish (audio leveling, color correction, etc.)
* Add timestamps/chapters (if possible)
**2. Mini Episodes (YouTube Clips)**
* Break the interview into **10–15 strong segments**
* Each clip should focus on a clear topic or takeaway
* Length: ~5–12 minutes each
* Optimized for engagement and retention
**3. Short-Form Content**
* Create **20–40 short clips** for:
* TikTok
* Instagram (Reels)
* YouTube Shorts
* Length: 20–60 seconds
* Vertical format (9:16)
* Add captions (bold, engaging style)
* Use jump cuts / zooms to keep attention high
* Strong hook in first 1–2 seconds
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**Key Requirements:**
* Proven experience editing YouTube interviews or podcast-style content
* Strong storytelling instincts (knows what to cut and what to keep)
* Audio editing skills (cleanup, voice adjustment/replacement if needed)
* Ability to remove or crop out a third person (translator) cleanly
* Familiar with short-form content trends (TikTok/Reels/Shorts)
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**Bonus Skills (Preferred):**
* Experience with AI voice tools or dubbing
* Motion graphics for subtle transitions
* Thumbnail suggestions or packaging insight
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**Deliverables:**
* 1 full edited interview (YouTube-ready)
* 10–15 mini episode clips
* 20–40 short-form videos (vertical)
* Project files (optional but preferred)
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**Timeline:**
ASAP – please include your estimated turnaround time.
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**To Apply:**
Please include:
* Links to similar work (especially interviews, podcasts, or short-form clips)
* A brief explanation of how you would approach this project
* Your rate (fixed or hourly)
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Looking for someone reliable who can deliver high-quality work quickly. Potential for ongoing work if this goes well.