About the Project
Join an editorial podcast project focused on exploring single-word themes through the lens of Caribbean diaspora and Black cultural perspectives. This freelance role involves editing both video and audio for a full season of 15 episodes—12 solo (30 minutes each) and 3 guest episodes (45 minutes each). The ideal candidate will bring a warm, editorial visual tone, intentional pacing, and a restrained editing style that highlights strong pull-quote moments.
Deliverables
- Edit and deliver 15 podcast episodes (video and audio): 12 solo (30 min), 3 guest (45 min)
- Produce finished, color-corrected YouTube videos with clean lower thirds for each episode
- Export high-quality audio for each episode
- Create three vertical, social-ready clips per episode, highlighting key moments
- Ensure visual tone is warm, editorial, and culturally resonant
- Maintain intentional pacing and restrained editing—avoid hype-driven cuts
- Collaborate on feedback and revisions
Requirements
- Proven experience editing both video and audio for podcasts with 2–3 examples of previous podcast video edits required
- Proficiency in video editing software (Adobe Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro) and audio editing tools
- Strong sense of visual storytelling, color correction, and lower third design
- Ability to match reference styles provided (similar to ‘We Don’t Always Agree with Ryan & Sterling’)
- Understanding of Caribbean diaspora and Black cultural perspectives preferred
- Excellent attention to detail and consistent quality delivery
- Reliable weekly availability and ability to meet agreed turnaround times
- Strong communication skills and responsiveness