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#190: Tony Santos – How to find, hire, and work with great video editors.

Apr 18, 2024

52:30

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Tony Santos, a YouTube editor with over a decade of experience, shares insights on finding, hiring, and working with great video editors. Topics include where to find editors, evaluating portfolios, workflow expectations, giving feedback, and nurturing long-term relationships. The discussion emphasizes communication, fair payment, and building trust for successful collaborations.

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Utilize social media platforms like Twitter and industry-specific groups on Facebook to find potential YouTube editors.

Review editor portfolios for custom animations, motion graphics, and style elements to ensure alignment with your project vision.

Establish clear communication channels, feedback processes, and prioritize key changes in the editing workflow for successful collaborations.

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Finding a YouTube Editor: Where to Look

When searching for a YouTube editor, it's recommended to explore social media platforms like Twitter for job opportunities. Websites such as YTJobs.co provide a platform for editors to showcase their skills and connect with potential clients. In addition to specialized platforms, joining industry-specific groups on Facebook can also offer opportunities for finding editors.

Analyzing Public Portfolios for Creative Collaboration

01:15

Setting Hourly Rates as an Editor

00:51

Establish Clear Timelines and Revision Limits with Your Editor

00:56

Networking and Finding Job Opportunities

01:26

Introduction

3min

Navigating Freelance Video Editor Platforms

5min

Exploring the Benefits of Video Memberships and Sponsorship Introduction

4min

Negotiating Fair Payment for Video Editing Services

16min

Evaluating Editors & Business Podcast Recommendations

3min

Navigating the World of Video Editors

16min

Optimizing Pay for Video Editors

7min

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EPISODE DESCRIPTION

Tony Santos is a YouTube editor with over a decade of experience working with people like Thomas Frank and Noah Kagan. With his own YouTube channel, Tony has built a reputation for helping creators and editors communicate in a more positive way, which makes him the perfect person to teach us how to find, hire, and work with great YouTube editors.

In this episode, you'll learn,