Remote or Berlin-based | German speaking | Freelance Approx. 5–15 hours/week (with potential for more)
Are you passionate about food, fluent in German, and have a sharp eye for editing engaging interview content for social media? Do you have a clear vision for how interview-driven content should be cut to truly captivate an audience?
Berlin Food Stories, one of Germany’s leading food platforms, is looking for a Freelance Video Editor to take ownership of our growing video format, Eat Like a Chef.
In this series, we sit down with some of Berlin’s top chefs and ask them where they really eat. It’s about personality, storytelling, and a genuine love for the city’s food scene—and we’re looking for an editor who can elevate the series to the next level.
What We’re Looking For
We’re not just looking for someone to cut footage—we want someone who:
- Speaks fluent German and can confidently edit German-language interviews
- Has strong editorial instincts and isn’t afraid to suggest bold changes
- Sees our content and instantly knows how to make it better
- Wants to be part of something long-term and grow with the project
- Brings a fresh vision and takes initiative without waiting for step-by-step instructions
- This role has serious growth potential—we have a lot of footage and a lot of exciting work ready for the right person.
Responsibilities
- Edit short-form interview content for Instagram Reels, TikTok, and YouTube Shorts
- Ensure content is visually engaging, well-paced, and optimized for social platforms
- Collaborate closely with our founder and creative team to refine the editorial direction of Eat Like a Chef
- Apply light motion graphics, subtitles, color correction, and audio cleanup
- Integrate feedback efficiently—and bring your own creative ideas to the table
Requirements
- Proven experience editing interview-driven content for social media (please send examples!)
- Fluency in German (required) and English (preferred)
- Proficiency in your editing software of choice (Premiere, Final Cut, DaVinci, etc.)
- A creative eye and strong editorial vision—we want someone who deeply cares about the final cut
Bonus: Experience working with food or lifestyle content
Why Join Us?
- Work with one of Berlin’s most respected food media platforms
- Flexible freelance hours with the potential for steady, ongoing work
- Creative freedom to shape one of our most beloved formats
- A passionate and collaborative team that loves food as much as you do
Sound like a fit?
Send your portfolio and a short message telling us why you’re the right person to edit Eat Like a Chef to: jobs@berlinfoodstories.com
Let’s make something great together.