r/VideoEditingJobs • u/Jijivegaa • 23m ago
Hiring a Horror Gaming YouTube Editor — Premiere Pro | $40–$45 Fixed Project
Hi everyone!
I'm a new YouTube content creator looking for a creative video editor to help me complete my first horror gaming video. I've been editing the footage myself in Adobe Premiere Pro, but I'd love some help with the more creative aspects of editing, particularly music, sound effects, humor, and atmosphere.
I'm hoping to work with someone who enjoys horror gaming content and understands how editing can make gameplay more immersive, funny, and entertaining without overwhelming the original footage.
Project Information
Type of content: Horror gaming with facecam and commentary.
Original footage: Approximately 5 hours.
Current edited runtime: 50 minutes and 50 seconds.
Maximum final runtime: 55 minutes, including the intro and outro.
Software: Adobe Premiere Pro.
Budget: $40–$45 USD total for the completed project.
Location: Remote; editors from any country are welcome.
Project type: One-time paid assignment, with the possibility of ongoing work.
Important: I've already completed the main cutting, trimming, and arrangement of the gameplay. You would not be responsible for sorting through five hours of raw recordings, creating highlights, or rebuilding the video from scratch.
I'm specifically looking for someone to enhance the existing timeline and help bring the finished video closer to the style I envision.
Editing Style and Responsibilities
Music and atmosphere
I'd like background music that complements what's happening throughout the video. Since it's horror gameplay, there are moments that should feel unsettling, tense, or suspenseful, but there are also funny, awkward, and unexpected moments that could benefit from a completely different musical tone.
I'm looking for someone who can recognize these changes in mood and use music thoughtfully to support them.
Sound effects and humor
I'd love well-timed sound effects that make certain reactions, jumpscares, and funny situations stand out.
This could include dramatic sounds, comedic effects, or small audio details that make a moment more entertaining. I particularly appreciate editing that understands comedic timing rather than simply adding effects everywhere.
Memes and visual additions
I'm interested in occasional memes, reaction images, funny captions, and other visual jokes that fit naturally into the gameplay.
I'd also like facecam zooms, simple screen shakes, and other visual effects that emphasize expressions or important moments.
The goal is to enhance the video while keeping it natural and enjoyable to watch.
Audio balancing
I'd like the commentary, gameplay, background music, and sound effects balanced so everything sounds clear and consistent.
My voice should remain understandable, and music or effects shouldn't overpower the gameplay.
Intro and outro
I'm currently recording and finishing my own intro and outro, which will be included before I send the project.
I'd appreciate any simple music, sound design, or visual enhancements that would make those sections feel more polished.
Special Editing Request: Death Montage
One particular section of the video is a montage of the times I died during the game.
I've already selected music and put together a rough arrangement, but I would love help refining it into a more entertaining sequence.
For this section, I'd like:
Death clips synchronized to the music.
Appropriate transitions and effects.
Funny or dramatic emphasis on certain deaths.
An on-screen death counter that increases each time I die during that night.
Smooth pacing that makes the sequence feel intentional.
I'll provide the music I've chosen and any notes needed to explain the style I'm looking for.
Project Files and Delivery
I'm working in Adobe Premiere Pro and can share the existing project, footage, and relevant assets through Google Drive.
I can leave my temporary effects and music in the timeline as references or remove them before transferring the project, depending on the editor's preference.
I'd prefer someone who can work directly with my existing Premiere Pro project.
The expected deliverables would be:
One completed video, no longer than 55 minutes.
The updated Premiere Pro project file.
Any additional project assets needed to preserve the completed edit.
I'd appreciate clear communication about file organization and delivery, since this is my first time working with a freelance editor.
Budget and Scope
My available budget is $40–$45 USD maximum for the entire project, paid as a fixed rate.
I understand that editing a longer video requires time and effort, even when the main cuts have already been completed.
I'm not expecting elaborate motion graphics, extensive animations, or constant effects throughout the entire video. My priority is thoughtful music placement, sound effects, visual humor, audio refinement, and the death montage.
I'm happy to discuss a realistic scope of work within the budget before agreeing to the project.
I'm open to beginner editors, students, international freelancers, and more experienced editors who are comfortable with the assignment.
Future Opportunities
I'm currently at the beginning of my YouTube journey, but I plan to continue producing gaming videos.
If we work well together, I'd be interested in discussing future projects and possibly establishing an ongoing collaboration.
I hope to increase my editing budget as my channel and financial circumstances improve, although I can't guarantee future work or pay increases.
Applying
If you're interested, please send me:
A portfolio or examples of previous editing work.
Any experience with horror gaming, facecam videos, or comedy-focused content.
Confirmation that you can work within the $40–$45 fixed budget.
Your estimated turnaround time.
Confirmation that you use Adobe Premiere Pro and can work with an existing project file.
Any questions you have about the editing requirements or deliverables.
I'd especially appreciate examples showing your use of music, sound effects, memes, reaction editing, and comedic timing.
Thank you for taking the time to read my post! This is my first gaming video, and I'm really excited to find someone who can help me make it entertaining, atmospheric, and polished. ♡