Long Form Editor

COMPANY: FLIGHTSTORY

REPORTING TO: EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

About FlightStory

We are a media company and investment fund, and we’re on a mission to elevate the stories, build the communities, and support the founders that inspire a happier, healthier humanity. We scale creator-led new media IP and operate an investment fund and venture studio.

The Diary of a CEO is on a mission to create the most impactful conversations in the world.

We are looking to hire people who want to shape culture at scale. If you’re exceptional at your craft, obsessed with storytelling, and thrive in high-standards environments, we want to hear from you.

As a Long-Form Video Editor, you’ll play a critical role in transforming raw 9–13 camera footage into episodes that hold attention for millions worldwide. These retention-driven edits are the heartbeat of the show, conversations that change how people think, live, and work. You’ll collaborate with a world-class production team, owning edits end-to-end, and continuously pushing what’s possible in long-form storytelling on YouTube.

Day to Day

• Edit and deliver weekly podcast episodes at the highest standard, crafting narratives that drive strong retention and emotional impact.
• Cut with precision: 9–13 multicam angles, multiple audio channels, pacing that keeps millions engaged.
• Collaborate closely with senior creatives, adapting quickly to feedback and evolving creative direction.
• Contribute to pre-production outlines and packaging to ensure alignment between recording and post.
• Conduct competitor and trend research to stay ahead of long-form YouTube standards.
• Share knowledge, systems, and best practices to raise the bar across the editing team.
• Maintain project files and workflows that are seamless, scalable, and production-ready.

We're looking for

• 3+ years professional editing experience, with a portfolio of long-form multicam edits (podcasts, interviews, documentaries).
• Advanced in Adobe Premiere Pro; comfortable with large multicam timelines, syncing, and file management.
• Deep instinct for pacing, rhythm, and story structure in long-form content.
• Understanding of retention curves and editing choices that maximise watch-time.
• Exceptional attention to detail, organisation, and communication skills.
• Growth mindset: proactive, solutions-oriented, and eager to experiment with new techniques.

What success looks like

• Deliver long-form edits that consistently achieve high retention and millions of views.
• Contribute to a publishing cadence that ensures episodes release seamlessly every week.
• Elevate team standards by contributing workflows, systems, and creative direction.
• Help The Diary of a CEO remain the global leader in long-form podcast storytelling

Location

- London/LA - we are an in-person-first culture and believe in fostering a vibrant and work environment centred around connection and community.

- Some roles will require global travel so flexibility in this aspect is important and your hiring manager will confirm this with you during the interview process

Process

Phone Call with the Talent Team - This is an opportunity to ask any general questions about the role and business

1st Interview - This first stage will involve meeting your direct team and manager in B2B interviews 

2nd Stage Interview - Task - this stage allows us to give you an insight into the day to day responsibilities of the role, and gives us the opportunity to understand how you work 

Final Stage Interview - The final interview involves meeting two Senior Stakeholders B2B