Video Editor - Contract
Twine
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Job Description
About the Video Editor - Contract Role
This role offers the opportunity to shape the visual and emotional language of a unique children’s bedtime storytelling series at Twine. The project centers on creating a calm, cinematic experience for young viewers, blending multi-camera live action, illustrated book close-ups, and gentle animated character reactions. The editing style prioritizes slow, emotionally sensitive pacing, with a focus on narrative craft and restraint. You will collaborate remotely with a team dedicated to producing emotionally intentional and gentle content for children, starting with a paid test edit and the potential for ongoing episode work.
Deliverables
- Edit 10–11 minute episodes combining live action, illustrated book imagery, and subtle animated character reactions
- Implement three-camera workflows and synchronize multi-source footage
- Apply advanced color grading for a warm, low-contrast, bedtime-appropriate tone
- Composite gentle animated elements to enhance storytelling without overwhelming the visuals
- Balance dialogue and music for clarity and emotional impact, ensuring a soothing audio experience
- Maintain consistent pacing and emotional rhythm throughout each episode
- Collaborate with the creative team to refine the visual and narrative style
Requirements
- Advanced proficiency in Adobe Premiere Pro and After Effects
- Strong experience with color grading and compositing animated elements
- Demonstrated skill in multi-camera editing workflows
- Deep understanding of narrative pacing, especially for children’s content
- Ability to balance audio for dialogue-first storytelling
- Sensitivity to emotional nuance and restraint in editing style
- Familiarity with children’s media and a passion for creating gentle, emotionally resonant stories
- Excellent communication skills and ability to work remotely
- Availability for a long-term collaboration, starting with a paid test edit
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.
Key skills/competency
- Video Editing
- Adobe Premiere Pro
- After Effects
- Color Grading
- Compositing
- Multi-camera Workflows
- Narrative Pacing
- Audio Mixing
- Children's Media
- Storytelling
How to Get Hired at Twine
- Research Twine's culture: Study their mission, values, recent news, and employee testimonials on LinkedIn and Glassdoor to align your application.
- Tailor your resume for video editing: Customize your resume to highlight proficiency in Adobe Premiere Pro and After Effects, showcasing relevant projects and contract experience.
- Showcase a specialized portfolio: Create a demo reel specifically demonstrating your expertise in multi-camera editing, color grading, and compositing for children's content.
- Prepare for a remote collaboration: Emphasize your communication skills and ability to thrive in a remote team environment during interviews with Twine.
- Demonstrate narrative sensitivity: Highlight your understanding of gentle pacing and emotional nuance, especially in storytelling for young audiences.
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