✨ Video Editor — AI-First Storyteller Location: Remote-first CTC: 7-8 LPA + Esops 1. Why This Role Exists Canvas AI is building the Lego set for AI agents. To prove what’s possible, we’re launching a YouTube channel that blends VOX-style explainers, Johnny Harris travel narratives, and Search Party’s punchy motion graphics. You’ll edit those pieces while pioneering an AI-first workflow —pairing classic craft (story, rhythm, color) with tools like Runway, Pika, and ElevenLabs. Friendly collaborators only—ego-free zone. 2. What You’ll Do Responsibility Edit Long-Form Episodes (8-15 min): craft narrative arcs, layer cinematic B-roll, design kinetic text & data viz, add subtle sound design. Edit Short-Form Hits (30-90 sec): hook viewers in 2 sec, remix long-form cuts, optimize for vertical feeds (YT Shorts, Reels, TikTok). Motion & Graphics: maps, infographics, lower-thirds, hand-drawn annotations that scream “VOX × Johnny Harris.” Storyboarding & Pre-Pro: collaborate with writers to pre-visualize sequences, propose B-roll lists, flag narrative gaps early. Asset Management: keep projects ruthlessly organized; version every cut on Frame.io. Creative R&D: test fresh editing & AI techniques, share monthly “what’s next” show-and-tell. 3. Must-Have Skills & Experience Portfolio power: 3–5 edits and 2–3 animation pieces that prove you can marry story, pace, and motion design. Tool belt: Premiere Pro or DaVinci Resolve and After Effects (or Blender) at pro level; Audition/Fairlight for audio. Animation chops: kinetic type, data-driven charts, 2.5-D parallax, motion-tracked call-outs. AI curiosity: hands-on (or itching-to-try) Runway Gen-2, Pika, Stable Audio, EbSynth, etc. Journalistic brain: turn dense AI/tech ideas into clear visual metaphors. No-diploma flex: degree irrelevant—skill and taste rule. 4. Nice-to-Have (Bonus Points) Hands-on time with Runway Gen-2, Pika Labs, Stable Audio, or other AI media tools. Basic design chops in Figma/Illustrator for thumbnails & social assets. Scripting simple automations (Zapier, n8n, ffmpeg) to nuke repetitive tasks. On-camera storytelling or voice-over skills. Familiarity with YouTube analytics & retention levers. 5. Cultural Fit AI-first mindset: humans set vision; machines handle slog. Friendly builder energy: upbeat, low-ego, loves small squads that ship fast and joke often. Story > flash: flashy transitions are cool—until they bury the narrative. Growth hunger: you’ll get—and give—feedback daily. Open-door background: whether you learned in film school or YouTube University, you’re welcome here. 6. Benefits & Perks Competitive comp Fully remote, async-friendly; Personal AI tool-stack budget (we fund new apps you want to test). Annual learning stipend (courses, plug-ins, gear). Access to our private AI agent stack—automate your workflow. 7. The Hiring Flow Apply: CV + portfolio + 3-line cover note sharing your favorite YouTube channel and why. Meet the Team: 30-min call with Content Lead → 45-min deep-dive with Founder & CTO. Offer & Kickoff. Fast, friendly, thorough.
