Location: NYC / LA / Remote
ABOUT KALEIDOSCOPE
Kaleidoscope is your daily invitation to the Scientific Renaissance. We craft premium podcasts and video series at the intersection of science, storytelling, and culture — partnering with the world’s most influential thinkers, institutions, and platforms. Backed by world-class investors and collaborators, we’re scaling a category-defining brand that reaches millions.
ABOUT THE ROLE
Kaleidoscope Video is expanding its freelancer pool to support our "always-on" video podcasts covering science and technology. We are seeking talented, adaptable video editors to turn raw footage and audio into polished, engaging episodes at a best-in-class standard.
Whether you are a Junior, Middle, or Senior editor, you should have a keen eye for narrative pacing and brand consistency to help our ideas come to life on YouTube, social media, and beyond.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Asset Management: Ingest, organize, and manage raw video and audio files.
- Creative Contribution: Make effective decisions regarding story flow, pacing, and music placement to maximize viewer engagement.
- Brand Consistency: Apply standardized visual and audio templates, including intros/outros, lower thirds, and music beds.
- Multi-Platform Delivery: Deliver final, mixed, export-ready files optimized for various distribution platforms and social cutdowns.
- Technical Excellence: Troubleshoot and resolve complex issues related to video, audio, and color correction.
YOU’D BE A GREAT FIT IF YOU...
- Have proven proficiency with industry-standard editing software
- Possess demonstrable experience editing long-form video content - podcast experience a plus.
- Have excellent communication and time management skills to handle multiple episodes under tight deadlines.
- Are skilled at Aftereffects or other animation tools
WHY THIS ROLE MATTERS
Kaleidoscope is on a mission to change how the world understands science. As an editor, you are the final architect of that mission, ensuring our stories are told with the clarity and impact needed to reach screens worldwide.
To Apply: Email your resume, a short note about yourself, and a link to your reel/portfolio to: production@kaleidoscope.nyc
