Video Editor – Full Time (YouTube Pranks)
Misfit Minds – Melbourne, VIC (Hybrid / Semi-Remote)
Misfit Minds is looking for a full-time Video Editor to join our YouTube team. We create prank, vlog and comedy content for a large international audience, and we're looking for someone who can help join our editing team
Candidates must have a minimum of 1-2 years of video editing experience.
This is a hybrid role – you will work remotely most days, but will be required to join us in-office in Melbourne on certain days for shoots, collaboration and team sessions.
Applicants must be based in Melbourne.
About the Role
You'll be responsible for editing long-form YouTube videos from raw footage through to final export. This includes storytelling, pacing, comedic timing, colour grading, audio cleanup and delivering a polished final product ready for upload.
Key Responsibilities
* Edit YouTube videos from start to finish using Adobe Premiere Pro
* Build strong comedic pacing, tension and payoff
* Perform colour correction and colour grading to a high standard
* Sync and clean audio, add music, sound effects and basic graphics
* Work closely with the Misfit Minds creators to develop and refine videos
* Attend in-person sessions, shoots and edit reviews as required
* Manage multiple projects and meet deadlines consistently
Requirements
* Proven experience as a video editor (portfolio/showreel required)
* Advanced proficiency in Adobe Premiere Pro
* Strong skills in colour grading and colour correction
* Excellent sense of comedic timing, storytelling and visual flow
* Ability to take feedback and collaborate in a fast-moving team environment
* Must be based in Melbourne and able to attend the office when required
Nice to Have
* Experience editing YouTube, comedy or social content
* After Effects or motion graphics experience
* Understanding of YouTube pacing, retention and audience engagement
What We Offer
* Full-time position with a fast-growing YouTube brand
* Flexible hybrid work structure
* Creative, fun and high-energy work environment
* Opportunity to work on large-scale viral content
* Competitive salary based on experience
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