Contract | $8K–$10K/month | US Remote | 6–12 months
Snowball is seeking a YouTube Video Editor to craft deeply moving long-form content for PrayerSong, a mission-driven platform focused on spreading love, hope, and connection through music and storytelling.
About Our ClientPrayerSong produces content intended to comfort, uplift, and inspire. Their work focuses on authentic stories that resonate across cultures and beliefs, emphasizing compassion, healing, and emotional connection.
A glimpse into PrayerSong: Real people share deeply meaningful stories from their lives, and the team transforms them into original songs that honor those experiences and become lifelong keepsakes. See here for an example of the impact.
Mission alignment is critical. The ideal editor cares deeply about creating work that helps people feel understood, supported, and connected. This role is not purely technical. Much of the storytelling power emerges in how the narrative is shaped, paced, and felt.
The OpportunityAs Video Editor, you will transform raw material into cohesive, emotionally powerful narratives with strong pacing, clarity, and retention. You will play a central creative role in shaping the viewer’s experience.
You will work closely with the producer and creative team to refine story structure, highlight authentic moments, and ensure each piece resonates deeply.
This role reports directly to PrayerSong, with Snowball providing YouTube strategy and creative support.
What You’ll DoEdit long-form YouTube content with strong emotional impact and narrative clarity
Shape story arcs through pacing, music, and structure to create meaningful connection
Identify and elevate authentic, vulnerable moments
Collaborate with producers to refine tone and storytelling approach
Deliver polished final videos and supporting assets
Maintain organized project files and consistent delivery timelines
Use audience insights to improve retention while preserving emotional authenticity
Balance subtlety and restraint with powerful storytelling choices
3–5+ years of professional editing experience with a strong storytelling portfolio; YouTube experience strongly preferred
Demonstrated ability to craft emotionally resonant narratives
Advanced proficiency in Adobe Premiere Pro, After Effects, or comparable tools
Strong understanding of pacing, tone, and narrative structure for YouTube
Experience with documentary, human-interest, or interview-driven content
Excellent taste and restraint in music and editorial choices
Detail-oriented with a high bar for polish and emotional authenticity
Comfortable working independently in a remote production environment
Background in documentary, nonprofit, or purpose-driven media
Experience editing content involving sensitive or personal topics
Strong intuition for music selection and sound design that supports emotional storytelling
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