Video Editing Expert

Role Overview

We are seeking a highly skilled Video Editing Expert to join one of our clients on a contract basis. In this role, you will help shape how next-generation AI systems learn professional video editing workflows. You will work end-to-end on real editing projects using OpenShot or Shotcut, demonstrating your authentic editing process, creative decision-making, and technical problem-solving. This is a unique opportunity to directly influence digital tools by showcasing the craft and mindset of an experienced video editor.

Key Responsibilities

• Execute complete video editing projects—from organizing raw footage to delivering polished final exports—using OpenShot or Shotcut
• Demonstrate your real editing workflow, including asset management, sequencing, pacing, and creative problem resolution, while being recorded for AI training purposes
• Clearly articulate your editing rationale and creative decisions in both written and verbal formats
• Optimize workflows to ensure efficiency and high production value
• Troubleshoot technical and creative challenges, documenting your approach and solutions
• Participate in structured feedback sessions to refine best practices
• Contribute to a collaborative environment focused on knowledge sharing and process transparency

Required Qualifications

• Advanced expertise in OpenShot or Shotcut, with proven experience completing full projects from start to finish
• Strong portfolio demonstrating the ability to transform raw footage into compelling visual stories
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, particularly in explaining workflow and decision-making
• Strong asset organization and timeline management skills
• High attention to detail with a proactive, solution-oriented mindset
• Ability to work independently in a remote environment
• Interest in contributing to AI-driven innovation in creative tools

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience teaching or mentoring others in video editing tools or workflows
• Background in workflow optimization or process design
• Familiarity with emerging trends in AI-assisted content creation

Key skills/competency

• Video Editing
• OpenShot
• Shotcut
• Creative Storytelling
• Workflow Optimization
• Asset Management
• Technical Troubleshooting
• AI Systems
• Feedback Integration
• Digital Tools