About The Company
Purdue Global is a pioneering online university and part of the esteemed Purdue University system, which boasts a 150-year legacy of innovation and accessibility in higher education. Designed specifically for working adults, Purdue Global offers personalized online education that caters to individuals with diverse work and life experiences beyond the traditional classroom. The university serves a unique student population including working parents, veterans, career changers, and motivated adults seeking more recognition, support, and opportunity.
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Global empowers these students to pursue their educational goals with flexibility and support, enabling them to come back stronger, more prepared, and with degrees that are respected by employers. Every piece of content produced by Purdue Global aims to inspire and demonstrate the transformative possibilities available to its students.
About The Role
Purdue Global is expanding its YouTube presence and is seeking an experienced Video Editor to bring the channel’s stories to life. This freelance, contract-to-hire position is remote within the U.S. and involves full ownership of post-production processes including motion design, social effects, and thumbnail creation. Reporting directly to Purdue Global and collaborating with Snowball, the creative YouTube partner, the Video Editor will shape engaging content that reflects Purdue Global’s honest, human, and adult-focused brand voice.
The role requires close collaboration with YouTube growth experts to experiment with new formats and push creative boundaries, helping to build one of the most compelling voices in online education.
Qualifications
Minimum 5 years of experience editing YouTube or digital-first content
Strong portfolio demonstrating exceptional storytelling, pacing, and audience retention skills
Proficiency in motion design and graphics within video edits (After Effects or equivalent software)
Ability to design and iterate on compelling video thumbnails
Excellent organizational skills with experience managing multiple video edits simultaneously
Collaborative mindset with experience working cross-functionally among creative, production, and marketing teams
Openness to feedback and ability to edit content tailored to audience preferences
Passion for leveraging AI tools to enhance workflows and creative solutions
Bonus qualifications:
Experience editing educational, career, or personal transformation content
Familiarity with higher education, edtech, or mission-driven organizations
Deep understanding of YouTube storytelling, audience retention, pacing, and engagement
Experience contributing to the growth of YouTube channels
Responsibilities
Edit YouTube-first video content aligned with Purdue Global’s mission, voice, and learning philosophy
Own pacing, story structure, and retention to optimize viewer engagement
Create motion graphics and social effects within edits to enhance storytelling and maintain production momentum
Design and iterate on thumbnails in partnership with producers to maximize click-through rates
Collaborate closely with Producer/Director to shape the creative vision throughout post-production
Work with strategists, marketers, and creative teams to ensure videos meet channel goals
Continuously refine editing approach based on YouTube analytics, audience insights, and best practices
Maintain a high creative standard while balancing efficiency, organization, and scalability
Partner with Snowball to analyze YouTube performance data and optimize content for reach, retention, and engagement
Benefits
Opportunity to work with a respected university brand with a meaningful mission
Remote work flexibility within the United States
Collaboration with industry-leading YouTube growth experts and creative teams
Creative ownership in shaping a new and expanding YouTube channel initiative
Chance to contribute to educational content that impacts real lives
Equal Opportunity
Purdue Global is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. We believe that a diverse workforce strengthens our organization and enhances our ability to serve our students and community effectively.