Video Editor – Storytelling

Job summary

This role is ideal for a talented documentary editor passionate about crafting emotionally resonant, redemptive narratives. The project centers on a feature-length documentary (50–70 minutes) exploring the true story of a pastor’s public fall, confession, and journey toward restoration. The film delves into themes of justice, grace, betrayal, forgiveness, and redemption, challenging viewers to engage with complex questions rather than offering simple answers. The editor will play a pivotal role in shaping the film’s tone, pacing, and emotional impact, ensuring the story is told with honesty,…

Job details

This role is ideal for a talented documentary editor passionate about crafting emotionally resonant, redemptive narratives. The project centers on a feature-length documentary (50–70 minutes) exploring the true story of a pastor’s public fall, confession, and journey toward restoration. The film delves into themes of justice, grace, betrayal, forgiveness, and redemption, challenging viewers to engage with complex questions rather than offering simple answers. The editor will play a pivotal role in shaping the film’s tone, pacing, and emotional impact, ensuring the story is told with honesty, cinematic flair, and narrative tension. Deliverables Edit a 50–70 minute documentary from raw footage, shaping a compelling, cohesive narrative arc. Collaborate closely with the producer to refine story structure, emotional beats, and pacing. Integrate interviews, archival material, and b-roll to enhance storytelling and visual interest. Apply color correction, sound design, and music to elevate the film’s cinematic quality. Deliver multiple cuts for feedback and revisions, ensuring the final product meets creative vision and technical standards. Prepare final deliverables for distribution, including mastering and exporting in required formats. Requirements Proven experience editing feature-length documentaries or similar long-form narrative projects. Strong storytelling instincts, with the ability to convey emotion, tension, and nuance through editing. Proficiency in industry-standard editing software (Adobe Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro, or DaVinci Resolve). Skilled in color grading, audio mixing, and integrating music for dramatic effect. Ability to handle sensitive subject matter with discretion and integrity. Excellent communication skills and openness to creative feedback. Availability to work remotely and deliver within agreed timelines. Portfolio or reel demonstrating relevant documentary editing work. 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

The editor will edit a 50–70 minute documentary, shaping a compelling narrative arc and collaborating closely with the producer. They will integrate various materials and apply technical enhancements to elevate the film's quality.

Requirements

Candidates should have proven experience in editing feature-length documentaries and possess strong storytelling instincts. Proficiency in industry-standard editing software and the ability to handle sensitive subject matter with integrity are also required.

Listed skills

• Software · Preferred
• Adobe · Preferred
• Technical · Preferred
• Organization · Preferred
• materials · Preferred
• Attention to detail · Preferred
• Teams · Preferred
• Correction · Preferred
• Communication · Preferred
• Communication Skills · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Video Editing
• Storytelling
• Documentary Editing
• Emotional Resonance
• Color Correction
• Sound Design
• Music Integration
• Collaboration
• Communication
• Creative Feedback
• Pacing
• Narrative Structure
• Archival Material
• B-Roll
• Cinematic Quality
• Sensitive Subject Matter