Electrify
Video Editor (Freelancer), Fireship
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Video Editor (Freelancer), Fireship
Freelance Video Editor – Fireship at Electrify
Join an exciting, well-funded, and fast-growing creator economy business.
Electrify is a dynamic new digital media company that invests in and scales creators with an established YouTube presence. We own and scale leading channels, one of which is Fireship.
Fireship specializes in high-intensity code tutorials and tech news that help developers level up. Home to The Code Report, the Fireship YouTube channel boasts 4+ million subscribers—known for its informative and highly amusing coverage of web development, computer science, and AI.
Meanwhile, Fireship Pro offers high-intensity programming courses for developers and tech enthusiasts.
Come build the future of media with us!
About the Role
Join Fireship, one of the largest software engineering and tech channels on YouTube, where high-energy, fast-paced tutorials and breakdowns of programming, software development, and technology trends rule.
Our loyal audience—4 million+ subscribers—loves bite-sized, informative, and entertaining tech content that makes complex topics easy to grasp.
We’re seeking a talented freelance Video Editor to join our remote content production team. The ideal candidate will have experience in story-driven video editing and a strong passion for technology, coding, and development. Experience creating tutorial-based or coding-oriented videos is highly beneficial.
Key Responsibilities
- Play a key role in the production and video editing of Fireship’s YouTube content, helping increase both quantity and variety to grow and engage our audience.
- Source, select, and import media elements (videos, images) to elevate scripts and voiceovers into dynamic, high-quality content.
- Collaborate closely with creators and scriptwriters to ensure storytelling alignment while maintaining editorial excellence.
- Keep organized project files and documentation to streamline workflows and enhance team collaboration.
- Stay up-to-date with internet culture and tech news to maintain relevance and creativity.
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Skills and Experience
Must-Have
- Proven video editing experience, with a strong portfolio showcasing expertise in digital content creation for YouTube and short-form storytelling (using archive imagery).
- Confident command of keyframe animation for ’faceless’ video content.
- Advanced proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, including:
- Adobe Premiere Pro
- After Effects
- Illustrator
- Photoshop
- Sharp attention to detail, ensuring brand consistency in fonts, colors, styles, and visuals while elevating production values.
- Experience working with programming or tech-related content—able to break down complex topics into engaging, digestible video formats.
- A passion for technology, programming, and digital content—with a drive to stay updated on industry trends and best practices.
- In-depth knowledge of YouTube’s engagement strategies, ensuring videos maximize retention and audience growth.
Desirable
- Competence in coding and programming—experience as a software developer or building digital projects is a plus.
- Ability to flex workload in European/US time zones for cross-team collaboration.
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Electrify Culture
- Dynamic environment – We foster a world-class creative culture where self-starters with an entrepreneurial mindset thrive. You’ll explore new opportunities, own key initiatives, and grow at a rapid pace.
- Work anywhere – A remote-first team, allowing work from anywhere with a reliable internet connection.
- Our Values – Innovative, diverse thinking drives our culture. We prioritize DEI (Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion) and support it through initiatives like:
- Our DEI Committee
- Social Hub programs
- Electrify Impact – Initiatives backing creators and positive change organizations, aligned with the UN’s 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
- Force for good – We believe digital media can spread knowledge and inspire change. We encourage support for a brighter future for all.
What We Offer
- Work from anywhere & flexible hours – enjoy the freedom of working globally with our dynamic, diverse team.
- Fast-paced, innovative environment where you can Learn. Grow. Thrive.
- Equal opportunity – We're committed to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, hiring based on ability regardless of age, race, religion, disability, gender, sexual orientation, or any protected status.
Compensation
£250 - £350 USD per day (converted to your local currency, based on experience).
Electrify is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from everyone and are committed to fostering an inclusive, innovative workplace.
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