Edit Assistant (Freelance), Veritasium

Edit Assistant (Freelance), Veritasium

An opportunity to join an exciting, well-funded and fast-growing creator economy business.

Electrify is a dynamic new digital media company that invests in and scales creators with an established YouTube presence. We have invested in various leading channels and Veritasium is one of the leading channels in our portfolio.

Veritasium is a world-leading physics and science education YouTube channel with nearly 20 million subscribers and more than 3 billion lifetime views. We craft high-quality, in-depth videos for a curious, engaged audience that never stops asking the big questions.

Come and build the future of media with us!

About the role

We are seeking an Assistant Editor to join our remote production team. The ideal candidate will have a passion for YouTube and science, experience edit assisting across digital video content, and proficiency in video editing software.

The Assistant Editor will be reporting to the in-house Editor and be responsible for supporting our in-house and freelance editors.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and organise video footage, assets and archives

• Organising and labelling of rushes

• Syncing multiple cameras and audio sources into sync maps

• Timeline assembly edits at the start of an edit

• Short edits on sponsor sections

• Sourcing B-Roll footage

• Using tools to create transcripts or other reference files to accompany raw footage

• Work closely with the editors to support them with b roll footage and inserting graphics & replacing holders with final A-Roll

• Stay up-to-date with video editing software and techniques

• Skills and experience

• 1+ years of experience in edit assisting or junior editing, with an emphasis on digital content creation and experience with YouTube

• Proficiency in video editing software Adobe Premiere and the Creative Cloud

• A strong understanding of YouTube and other social media platforms and how to optimise content for those platforms

• A passion for physics and science

• Good attention to detail and ability to multitask

• Desirable

• Previous experience working with science material is desirable

• Electrify Culture

• Dynamic environment - We are dedicated to providing a world-class creative culture where our employees can thrive. We’re looking for self-starters with an entrepreneurial mindset who want to be part of our success story. You’ll discover new opportunities, take ownership of important initiatives and learn at a fast pace.

• Work anywhere - We are a remote team with employees around the world. This means you are free to work from anywhere with a good internet connection.

• Our Values – We are committed to fostering a culture that values innovative, diverse ways of thinking and the ability to drive positive change. DEI is in our DNA, and our DEI Committee and Social Hub initiatives reflect this commitment.

• Force for good - We believe in unlocking the power of Electrify to tell stories that change lives. Digital media has the opportunity to propagate inspiring ideas and knowledge that can generate extraordinary change. Electrify Impact provides initiatives and resources to support emerging creators and positive impact organisations amplify their voice. In support of the United Nations 17 sustainable development goals (SDGs), we actively encourage support on our mission to make the world a better place for all.

• Rate: £725-£775 per week (depending on experience. This will be converted into the currency of where you are based)

• What we offer**

• Work from anywhere

• Flexible hours

• The opportunity to work in a fast-paced, vibrant, dynamic, and innovative environment where you can learn and grow quickly

• A supportive, inclusive and collaborative team

• Electrify is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive, innovative environment with the best employees. We provide employment opportunities without regard to age, race, colour, ancestry, national origin, religion, disability, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law.