YouTube Thumbnail Designer & Video Editor

Job Description This is a remote position. Business Address: Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada About the Client & Business Brian is a Fractional VP of Regulatory Affairs & Quality Assurance who helps brands navigate FDA and FTC compliance , particularly in the dietary supplement and functional food space. He creates educational YouTube content aimed at: Supplement brand owners Startups entering regulated markets Companies needing compliance guidance The content focuses on: FDA requirements Product claims & compliance Testing & labeling standards Role Overview We are looking for a highly reliable and detail-oriented Virtual Assistant to support YouTube content production, primarily focused on: Thumbnail Design (Primary Priority) Video Editing (Secondary) This is a flexible, project-based role with batch work rather than consistent weekly output. Scope of Work Thumbnail Design (CORE FOCUS) Design high-converting YouTube thumbnails Follow client-provided: Keywords Messaging direction Image requirements Provide creative input and suggestions Deliver thumbnails in batches Video Editing (Optional) Long-form videos: Raw footage: ~45 minutes Final output: ~10 minutes Tasks include: Cutting mistakes and filler Adding B-roll Light animations Clean, professional pacing Short-form videos: Create engaging, concise clips from long-form content Optimize for social media consumption Key Challenges to Solve The client has previously experienced: Unreliable freelancers (missed deadlines) Poor communication Inconsistent quality Reliability and responsiveness are CRITICAL for this role Required Skills & Qualifications Must-Have: Proven experience in YouTube thumbnail design Strong sense of: Visual hierarchy Composition Attention-grabbing design Ability to follow instructions precisely Strong communication and responsiveness Ability to meet deadlines consistently Nice-to-Have: Video editing experience (Adobe Premiere Pro, Final Cut, CapCut, etc.) Understanding of YouTube performance metrics Experience with B-roll and light animations Knowledge of content optimization for YouTube Tools & Platforms Client is flexible, but currently uses: Email – Primary communication WhatsApp – Secondary communication OneDrive – File sharing VA can use preferred tools as long as output meets expectations Work Setup & Engagement Type: Project-based / Sporadic (recommended as the initial setup). The client prefers to start with a project-based approach, with the intention to transition into a longer-term engagement if the VA proves to be a strong fit. Workload: 1–2 videos/month Thumbnails delivered in batches (e.g., 4 at a time) Schedule: Flexible (no timezone requirement) Approval Process: All outputs must be reviewed and approved before publishing Video Editing Package Includes: 1 Full Episode or Long-Form Video Edit 2–3 Thumbnails 2–3 Short-Form Videos (derived from the long-form content) Personality & Work Style Fit Ideal candidate is: Reliable and responsive Collaborative and open to feedback Proactive (can suggest improvements) Detail-oriented Able to balance creativity with direction A one-week turnaround is reasonable once an editor is fully trained and aligned with the editing style. During onboarding, however, he prefers editors to work in smaller sections (e.g., first 1–3 minutes of a video) and return those segments within approximately 24–48 hours for review. Rates: P 3750 for VA