Police bodycam Video Editor

Position Type: Full-Time
Department: Content Production
Reports To: Channel Manager / Content Director

About the Role

We're seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Video Editor to join our YouTube content team, specializing in police bodycam footage. The ideal candidate will transform raw bodycam and dashcam footage into polished, engaging, and professional videos optimized for YouTube audiences. This role requires strong technical editing skills, a good sense of pacing and storytelling, and familiarity with the specific style conventions popular in the bodycam/true-crime content space.

Key Responsibilities
Edit raw police bodycam, dashcam, and public records footage into cohesive, watchable videos
Apply professional transitions, color correction, and audio leveling/enhancement
Create accurate, well-timed subtitles and closed captions
Add contextual text overlays, lower-thirds, timestamps, and location/case information graphics
Blur or redact faces, license plates, or other sensitive information as needed for privacy/legal compliance
Select and sync background music/sound design appropriate to tone and pacing
Structure footage for narrative clarity and viewer retention (hooks, pacing, chapter breaks)
Optimize video length, thumbnails-ready moments, and pacing for YouTube algorithm performance
Collaborate with researchers/writers on video scripts, narration, or on-screen context
Ensure all edits comply with YouTube's community guidelines and platform policies
Maintain an organized media library and consistent file/project naming conventions
Meet regular upload deadlines and production schedules
Required Qualifications
Proven experience editing bodycam, dashcam, surveillance, or similar law-enforcement/public-records footage for online publishing
Strong portfolio/reel demonstrating professional edits, transitions, and subtitle work (required for consideration)
Proficiency in professional editing software (e.g., Adobe Premiere Pro, DaVinci Resolve, or Final Cut Pro)
Experience with subtitle/caption tools and accurate transcription
Understanding of pixelation/blurring techniques for redacting sensitive content
Familiarity with YouTube best practices (pacing, retention, format, metadata)
Strong attention to detail and accuracy when handling sensitive footage
Ability to work independently and meet consistent content deadlines
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in true-crime, news, or law-enforcement-adjacent YouTube content
Basic motion graphics or animation skills (After Effects a plus)
Understanding of public records laws, FOIA requests, or fair use as it relates to published footage
Sound design/audio mixing experience
Familiarity with content moderation policies for sensitive/graphic material