About the Role
Video editor who understands storytelling, pacing, and audience retention. You’ll be editing both podcast content and lifestyle/business vlogs, turning raw footage into engaging videos that keep viewers watching. If you know how to make conversations feel dynamic, create cinematic moments, and edit with the YouTube algorithm in mind, we’d love to see your work.
Responsibilities
- Edit long-form podcast episodes (45–90 minutes)
- Create engaging vlog videos (10–20 minutes)
- Cut dead space, improve pacing, and maintain viewer retention
- Add B-roll, motion graphics, captions, zooms, sound effects, and music where appropriate
- Color correct and mix audio
- Design compelling intros and transitions
- Deliver videos optimized for YouTube
- Organize project files and meet deadlines
Required Skills & Qualifications
- Strong experience editing YouTube podcasts and vlogs
- Proficiency in Adobe Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro, or DaVinci Resolve
- Basic motion graphics skills (After Effects is a plus)
- Excellent storytelling instincts
- Experience creating engaging edits similar to Full Send, Nelke, Impulsive, Joe Rogan clips, and diary-style lifestyle vlogs
- Reliable communication and fast turnaround times
Preferred Skills
- Thumbnail design
- YouTube Shorts/Reels editing
- Understanding of YouTube analytics and retention strategies
- Ability to suggest creative improvements rather than simply following instructions
Shaka Wear is a premium streetwear essential brand built on authenticity, quality, and culture. Founded in South Los Angeles in 2004, we move fast, think big, and take pride in what we build. Your work will have real, visible impact from day one.