We are looking for a highly skilled video editor with strong experience in YouTube documentary-style content focused on military history, geopolitics, modern warfare, defense technology, and current events.
This is not a basic editing position. We are looking for someone who can visually explain complex military and geopolitical topics through map animations, motion graphics, data visualization, pacing, and storytelling.
You should understand how to keep viewers engaged on YouTube while helping simplify difficult concepts for a broad audience.
Responsibilities
- Edit long-form YouTube videos (15–45+ minutes)
- Create high-quality animated maps and battle movement graphics
- Visually explain geopolitical and military concepts
- Design graphics, charts, timelines, and data visualizations
- Work with narration, archival footage, OSINT material, satellite imagery, and combat footage
- Maintain strong pacing, retention, and storytelling throughout videos
- Collaborate closely with the creator and production team
- Meet weekly or bi-weekly production deadlines
Requirements
- Advanced knowledge of Adobe Premiere Pro
- Advanced knowledge of Adobe After Effects
- Strong motion graphics and animation skills
- Experience creating map animations and military/geopolitical visualizations
- Understanding of YouTube pacing and viewer retention
- Ability to work independently and communicate clearly
- Strong organizational skills and deadline management
Preferred Qualifications
- Interest in military history, defense technology, geopolitics, or OSINT
- Experience editing documentary-style YouTube content
- Familiarity with live conflict maps, satellite imagery, military symbology, or tactical graphics
- Experience creating graphics and videos for similar channels.
How to Apply
Please send:
- Resume
- Several examples of YouTube videos you have edited that are similar in style
- Examples of map animations, motion graphics, or military/geopolitical work
- Your typical turnaround time for long-form videos
- Your rates or salary expectations
Applicants without relevant YouTube editing examples will not be considered.
Company Description
Media Youtube Company