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Freelance Explainer Video Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Video Editor

Austin, TX · On-site

$70K/yr

Explainer-style corporate or YouTube videos * 5-20 minute documentary-style videos (technology ... Experience coordinating freelance crews or managing small-scale video productions from concept ...

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Freelance Script Writer

Manhattan, NY · Remote

$23.50 - $30/hr

... explainer, promo, and interview style videos) Create the angle, content, and tone according to the needs of the client and the audience for each video Collaborate with clients and team members ...

Freelance Script Writer

Manhattan, NY · On-site +1

$23.50 - $30/hr

... explainer, promo, and interview style videos) • Create the angle, content, and tone according to the needs of the client and the audience for each video • Collaborate with clients and team ...

Contract / Freelance Duration: [e.g., 13 months, with potential extension] Hours: [e.g., 2040 hours ... Familiarity with product demos, explainer videos, or brand videos * Basic understanding of video ...

... explainer, promo and interview style) Produce animated graphics ranging from lower thirds, logos ... video editing and animation Must have a reel or portfolio of work to demonstrate skills and ...

... explainer, promo and interview style) • Produce animated graphics ranging from lower thirds ... motion graphics, video editing and animation • Must have a reel or portfolio of work to ...

Content Marketing Specialist

New York, NY · On-site

$100K - $120K/yr

Case studies, explainer videos, how-to guides, video scripts, social posts, newsletters, and long ... You've worked with freelance videographers, editors, or designers before, and you can give clear ...

Senior 3D Animator

Midvale, UT · On-site

$100K - $114K/yr

Create product reveal animations, explainer loops, and hero renders that highlight design and ... Provide creative and technical mentorship to junior animators and freelance contributors as needed.

Head of Content Strategy

Boston, MA · On-site +1

$100K - $120K/yr

... short-form video, explainer animations, infographics, podcasts, webinars, and other emerging ... freelance studio) to deliver consistently across channels. * Oversee and coordinate with our PR ...

Senior 3D Animator

Midvale, UT

$100K - $114K/yr

Create product reveal animations, explainer loops, and hero renders that highlight design and ... Provide creative and technical mentorship to junior animators and freelance contributors as needed.

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How much do freelance explainer video jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 14, 2026, the average hourly pay for freelance explainer video in the United States is $47.71, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $24.28 and $61.78 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Freelance Explainer Video vs Freelance Video Editor?

AspectFreelance Explainer VideoFreelance Video Editor
SkillsStorytelling, animation, scriptwriting, voice-over coordinationVideo cutting, color correction, effects, audio syncing
ToolsAnimation software (After Effects, Vyond), editing toolsPremiere Pro, Final Cut Pro, DaVinci Resolve
Work EnvironmentCreative, client-focused projects, often collaborativeEditing suites, post-production workflows
Industry UsageMarketing, education, product demosFilm, TV, online content, corporate videos

While both roles involve video production, a Freelance Explainer Video creator specializes in crafting animated videos that simplify complex ideas, often requiring storytelling and animation skills. A Freelance Video Editor focuses on assembling and refining footage, emphasizing technical editing skills. Understanding these differences helps clients choose the right freelancer for their project needs.

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Infographic showing various Freelance Explainer Video job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Locum Tenens, 27% Full Time, 19% Temporary, 3% Contract, 44% Nights, and 6% Summer. Highlights an 75% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 21% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $99,230 per year, or $47.7 per hour.

$70K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO

Posted 6 days ago

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Job description

About Aalo Atomics
Aalo Atomics is pioneering a new era in clean energy with factory-fabricated microreactors designed to deliver affordable, scalable, and reliable nuclear power. Our mission is to make nuclear energy globally accessible, starting with the Aalo-1, a 10 MWe reactor leveraging cutting-edge safety, modularity, and efficiency. Based in Austin, TX, we're rapidly growing as we work to deploy the world's first fleet of advanced microreactors. Join us and help revolutionize energy for a sustainable future.
About the role
Are you passionate about storytelling, technology, and creating content that matters? Join Aalo and play a key role in bringing the future of nuclear energy to life through compelling visual media.
As a Video Editor, you'll support Aalo's growing pipeline of video content, crafting engaging stories that showcase groundbreaking technical achievements, major project milestones, strategic partnerships, industry events, and the people driving innovation across the nuclear sector. Your work will help communicate complex ideas, celebrate progress, and share the vision behind one of the world's most important and transformative industries.
This is an exciting opportunity for an early- to mid-career video professional eager to create impactful content at the forefront of advanced energy technology and help shape the narrative of the next generation of nuclear power.
What you'll do
  • Own post production of video projects, including story arc/narrative construction, editing, color grading, and sound design.
  • Manage a pipeline of video projects at this stage simultaneously.
  • Collaborate working with videography and marketing teams, including crafting story arcs within videos and scripting engaging content in advance of shoots.
  • Organize and manage footage for internal tooling and use.
  • Work in Adobe Premiere Pro, Frame.io, DaVinci Resolve, and/or other editing and post-production softwares.

Qualifications
  • 3+ years of professional video editing and production experience.
  • A strong portfolio demonstrating the successful editing and post-production of:
    • Explainer-style corporate or YouTube videos
    • 5-20 minute documentary-style videos (technology, engineering, hardware, or industrial subjects preferred)
    • 5-60 minute event videos
    • 1-5 minute talking-head or interview-based corporate videos
    • Other narrative-driven projects that communicate a cohesive story and engage viewers
  • Proven storytelling ability with a strong understanding of pacing, structure, audience engagement, and narrative development.
  • Advanced proficiency in Adobe Premiere Pro and/or DaVinci Resolve.
  • Competent sound editing and sound design skills, with the ability to use audio to enhance storytelling and production quality.
  • Highly organized with experience managing media assets, project files, production workflows, and editing timelines.
  • Comfortable operating professional camera equipment and capturing footage in the field as needed.
  • Innovative user of AI-powered tools and workflows to improve editing efficiency and content production.
  • Self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced startup environment and can manage projects with minimal oversight.
  • Curiosity and enthusiasm for learning complex technical subjects and translating them into compelling visual stories.

Preferred Qualifications
  • Knowledge of or strong interest in engineering, science, advanced technology, energy, nuclear power, or industrial innovation.
  • Experience creating content focused on hardware, manufacturing, energy, infrastructure, or other complex technical fields.
  • Experience with motion graphics and animation in After Effects or similar tools.
  • Experience with color correction and color grading in DaVinci Resolve.
  • Active involvement with YouTube content creation and an understanding of digital distribution strategies.
  • Experience coordinating freelance crews or managing small-scale video productions from concept through delivery.

Show us your best work. Please submit links to portfolio pieces that highlight your storytelling instincts, editing expertise, and ability to create compelling video content. You can learn more about Aalo and see the types of videos we produce at aalo.com and youtube.com/@aaloatomics.
Requirements:
Based in the United States
Willing to work on-site in Austin, TX
What We Offer:
Competitive salary starting at $70,000
Health, Dental, Vision Insurance
Paid Time Off
Corporate Gym Membership
Additional Information:
Aalo Atomics provides a collaborative and supportive work environment, opportunities for professional growth, intellectually challenging careers, and competitive compensation. Aalo Atomics is an equal opportunity employer and considers all employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Applicants must be U.S. Citizens or U.S. Persons in compliance with 10 CFR Part 810 and may not hold non-compliant foreign citizenships.
Direct applicants only. No recruiters or staffing agencies, please.