Full-Time YouTube and Social Media Video Editor (Remote, Global)

Seeking an experienced, full-time video editor for work editing long-form and short-form YouTube and social media videos, as well as online course content in the international travel and relocation industries.

You are a good fit for this position if you:

Have 3+ years of professional editing experience and experience editing for YouTube channels (preferably in travel, lifestyle, or documentary niches)

Understand YouTube storytelling (hooks, retention, pacing, and emotional payoff)

Are fluent in Adobe Premiere Pro (After Effects is a plus) or Final Cut Pro

Have a natural sense of music choice, color, rhythm, and tone

Possess a strong attention to detail

Thrive in a remote, collaborative environment with multiple projects

Are detail-oriented, organized, self-managed, and reliable with deadlines

Are passionate about travel, culture, and creative storytelling

Bonus: Have experience with graphic design and thumbnails

Job Responsibilities:

Edit 3+ high-quality YouTube videos per week (8–30 minutes each), plus Reels and Shorts

Craft engaging hooks, pacing, and retention moments to maximize watch time

Incorporate b-roll, maps, stock footage, motion graphics, and captions where needed

Maintain and evolve the visual identity and style of the channel

Add music and sound design that complement the tone of each video

Collaborate with Kristin (on-camera host/creator) to execute storylines

Organize and manage footage, project files, and assets in Google Drive

Deliver on time and proactively communicate about timelines and feedback

Additional Requirements:

Portfolio or links to YouTube videos you’ve edited (required)

Ability to work full-time (40 hrs/week), Monday–Friday

Fast and stable internet connection

Experience with Frame.io, Google Drive, Dropbox, or similar tools

Fluent in English (spoken and written)

Compensation & Perks:

Competitive monthly salary based on experience

Long-term, stable position with room to grow

Creative freedom and input on storytelling and style

Fully Remote - Work from anywhere in the world

Opportunities for bonuses and advancement as the channel grows

About:

Traveling with Kristin is a leading YouTube channel helping people explore the world, move abroad, and design a life of freedom. With nearly 300K subscribers and millions of views, we produce engaging documentary-style videos, travel guides, and lifestyle content that inspire people to live and work anywhere.

My second channel, KIQI DJ, is a music channel with educational tutorials and long-form DJ sets. For editing these videos, it's critical to be able to work with multiple camera angles, music timing, and rhythm-based editing.

Note: While this is a fully remote role, we’re prioritizing candidates based in Eastern Europe or nearby regions for time zone alignment and collaboration. This position may also include paid travel assignments within Europe.

Applicants from other regions may be considered if available to work on EST or CET hours.

Salary: $1k - $1.70k

Originally posted on Himalayas