Freelance Video Editor – YouTube Travel Vlog

On-site
Posted Sep 26, 2026
1 position

Opens LinkedIn

Employment type: Contract
Experience level: Mid-level · 2+ years
Posting language: English
Working hours: 40 hours per week
Seniority: Mid-Senior level

Job summary

Edit provided footage into a cohesive, story-driven YouTube video about the Songkran festival on Fitness Street in Phuket, including a strong opening, clear context, interviews, B-roll, and authentic crowd audio. Use music and sound design to support pacing and viewer engagement, collaborate on feedback and revisions, and deliver the final video within 7–10 days.

Job details

This role involves editing a dynamic YouTube video for a travel and fitness channel, focusing on the vibrant Songkran festival on Fitness Street in Phuket. The editor will transform raw footage—including water fights, street vlogs, interviews, subscriber interactions, talking-head segments, B-roll, and ambient crowd audio—into a compelling, story-driven video. The final product should feature a strong cold open, clear context, an engaging introduction to Fitness Street, and a seamless narrative that draws viewers into the Songkran experience. The editing style should blend travel-vlog pacing, street-documentary storytelling, and authentic community moments, prioritizing natural audio, thoughtful footage selection, and strong pacing to maximize viewer retention. Excessive motion graphics, flashy transitions, or over-editing are discouraged. Delivery is required within 7–10 days, with the possibility of ongoing long-form YouTube editing work for the right candidate. Deliverables Edit a single YouTube video using provided footage, ensuring a cohesive and engaging narrative. Incorporate a strong cold open, clear context, and an introduction to Fitness Street. Select and sequence interviews, B-roll, and crowd audio to enhance storytelling and immersion. Apply music and sound design to support pacing and viewer engagement, while maintaining authenticity. Deliver the final video within the specified 7–10 day timeframe. Collaborate on feedback and revisions as needed to achieve the desired style and tone. Requirements Proven experience editing long-form YouTube content, ideally in travel, documentary, or lifestyle genres. Strong storytelling skills with the ability to craft engaging narratives from diverse footage. Proficiency in video editing software such as Adobe Premiere Pro or Final Cut Pro. Keen sense for pacing, music selection, and natural audio integration. Ability to work independently and deliver high-quality edits under tight deadlines. Familiarity with YouTube best practices for viewer retention and engagement. Excellent communication skills and openness to feedback. Portfolio demonstrating relevant editing work is required. About Twine Twine is a leading freelance marketplace connecting top freelancers, consultants, and contractors with companies needing creative and tech expertise. Trusted by Fortune 500 companies and innovative startups alike, Twine enables companies to scale their teams globally. Our Mission Twine's mission is to empower creators and businesses to thrive in an AI-driven, freelance-first world.

What you’ll do

Requirements

Candidates should have proven experience editing long-form YouTube content, ideally in travel, documentary, or lifestyle genres, and be skilled at shaping engaging narratives from varied footage. They should be proficient in Adobe Premiere Pro or Final Cut Pro, understand pacing, music, natural audio, and YouTube retention practices, work independently to tight deadlines, communicate well, and provide a relevant portfolio.