Freedom Property Investors
Lead YouTube Video Editor - Australia and New Zealand
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The Lead YouTube Video Editor will focus on high-quality, engaging video edits that improve viewer retention, optimize video performance, and collaborate with the content team.
Benefits:
- Package: Competitive Salary + Super
- Location: Sydney (in-office)
- Employment Type: Full-time
- Clear path for career growth and development
About the Role:
We are looking for a Lead YouTube Video Editor who can combine high-quality editing with a strong performance mindset.
This role goes beyond editing — you will be responsible for driving video performance, including packaging (hooks, thumbnails) and optimizing for CTR and audience retention, while also leading and coordinating with other editors.
Key Responsibilities
1. High-Retention Video Editing
- Edit long-form YouTube videos with a strong focus on viewer retention
- Create engaging hooks in the first 5–15 seconds
- Maintain pacing using cuts, zooms, transitions, and pattern interrupts
- Structure videos to keep viewers engaged throughout
- Use B-roll, sound effects, and visual elements effectively
- Ensure smooth flow aligned with the script and content intent
- Work with the Channel Manager to improve retention curves
- Analyze feedback and performance to refine editing style
- Implement edits based on drop-off points and audience behavior
- Add motion graphics, subtitles, and on-screen elements
- Maintain brand consistency across videos
- Ensure high-quality output (audio, color, and visuals)
- Work closely with YouTube Channel Manager and content team
- Incorporate feedback quickly and iterate on edits
- Meet deadlines and manage multiple video projects
Must-Have Requirements
- 5–10 years of professional video editing experience
- Proven experience editing for YouTube (long-form preferred)
- Strong understanding of retention-based editing
- Proficiency in tools like Adobe Premiere Pro, After Effects, Final Cut Pro
- Strong sense of pacing, timing, and storytelling
- Ability to take feedback and iterate quickly
Nice to Have
- Experience working on high-performing or large YouTube channels
- Knowledge of YouTube analytics (retention graphs, CTR impact)
- Motion graphics and animation skills
- Experience with different content styles (educational, commentary, storytelling, etc.)
Important Note
- This role requires editing with a performance mindset, not just assembling clips
- Candidate should understand how editing impacts watch time and retention
- Strong preference for editors who have worked in data-driven or fast-scaling channels
Top Skills
Adobe Premiere Pro
After Effects
Final Cut Pro
Freedom Property Investors Sydney, New South Wales, AUS Office
201 Kent St, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia, 2000
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