Video Editor- Youtube Channel -FSU

We are looking for a talented Video Editor to join our growing team at fern and Simplicissimus with a focus on crafting visually engaging and editorially sharp explainer videos, essays, and documentaries. Simpli and Fern are committed to producing high-quality journalistic content that informs, inspires, and captivates audiences.

As a Video Editor, you will be responsible for transforming scripts and voice-overs into compelling video stories, working across various formats and styles. You'll collaborate closely with writers, producers, and designers to bring ambitious editorial projects to life.

This is a creative, hands-on role for someone with a strong sense of visual storytelling, deep technical skills, and a passion for journalistic content.

The role will be fully remote and will be on a freelance basis. Work is expected to be available very often.

Video Editing & Post-Production

1. Edit and assemble high-quality video content from raw material
2. Cut and align voice-over recordings with visuals
3. Search, source, and curate relevant video footage and imagery
4. Apply color correction/grading to interviews, animations, and b-roll
5. Design and mix sound elements for polished audio quality
6. Incorporate sources and citations clearly and effectively
7. (Optional) Compose original music or adapt stock music creatively

Creative Collaboration

1. Work closely with writers, producers, and creative leads to align visuals with narrative goals
2. Contribute creative ideas for improving pacing, tone, and structure
3. Maintain consistency in visual style, tone, and branding across projects

1. Professional proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud, especially Premiere Pro and Audition.
2. Strong aesthetic sensibility and visual storytelling instincts.
3. 3+ years of relevant professional experience (ideally in explainers, video essays, or documentaries)
4. Experience with sound design, color grading/correction, and motion graphics.
5. Ability to work independently, reliably, and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
6. Enthusiastic about visual content and journalistic storytelling.
7. Intermediate German language skills.

What we offer

1. Flexible workplace
2. Flexible working hours and flexible employment arrangements
3. Competitive compensation (depending on skills and work experience)
4. Variety of projects and creative work in a young, growing team
5. Regular team events in Amsterdam
6. Working on important journalistic content

This is an exciting opportunity for someone passionate about journalism, documentaries, and digital content to contribute to a dynamic, creative environment. If you're ready to make an impact and bring compelling stories to life, we'd love to hear from you!