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Video Editor - Purdue Global Freelance, Contract-to-Hire | Remote (U.S.) The Opportunity Purdue Global is expanding its YouTube presence. As the Editor, you'll bring the channel's stories to life, turning raw footage into content that holds attention and earns its views. You'll own post-production end to end, including motion design, social effects, and thumbnails, ensuring every video feels unmistakably Purdue Global: honest, human, and built for working adults. This role reports directly to Purdue Global, with Snowball serving as the creative YouTube partner supporting the channel's strategic and creative development. You'll collaborate closely with Snowball's YouTube growth experts (27M+ subs, 110B+ views) to push creative boundaries, experiment with new formats, and help build one of the most compelling voices in online education. What You'll Do • Edit YouTube-first content aligned with Purdue Global's mission, voice, and learning philosophy • Own pacing, story structure, and retention, shaping edits for how audiences actually watch • Create motion graphics and social effects in-edit to elevate storytelling and keep production moving • Design and iterate on thumbnails in partnership with the producer • Partner closely with the Producer/Director to shape creative vision throughout post-production • Collaborate with strategists, marketers, and creative teams to deliver videos aligned with channel goals • Continuously refine your approach based on YouTube performance, audience insights, and best practices • Maintain a high creative bar while balancing efficiency, organization, and scalability • Partner with Snowball to analyze YouTube performance data and continuously optimize for reach, retention, and engagement What You'll Bring • 5+ years of experience editing YouTube or digital-first content • Strong portfolio demonstrating exceptional storytelling, pacing, and retention instincts • Motion design and graphics skills within your edits (After Effects or equivalent) • Thumbnail design ability • Strong organizational skills with experience managing multiple edits simultaneously • Collaborative mindset and experience working cross-functionally with creative, production, and marketing teams • Openness to feedback and the ability to edit for the audience, not for yourself • Passion for AI that actually helps people. Whether it's building smarter workflows, finding creative solutions, or making your team's day a little easier, we want to know how you're using AI to make a real impact, not just checking a box. Bonus • Experience editing educational, career, or personal-transformation content • Experience working with higher education, edtech, or mission-driven brands • Deep understanding of YouTube storytelling, audience retention, pacing, and viewer engagement • Experience helping build or grow YouTube channels Employment Details • Location: United States (Remote) • Employment Type: Contract • Department: Purdue Global