🎬 Freelance Documentary Editor (Premiere Pro) | Starting May | Remote or SLC-Based

We're looking for a high-end, experienced documentary editor to join our team for a ~6-week contract to help shape a powerful, story-driven 15-minute film. This is a paid trial period with an eye toward evolving into an ongoing collaboration or even a full-time editor role with Brown Barn Studios.

🧠 About the Project

This piece explores the intersection of modern science and ancient spiritual tradition, documenting a program designed to preserve a deep lineage of wisdom while adapting it for today’s world. It’s about regeneration, systems of knowledge, and the future of tradition.

Our films are often centered around science and nonprofit organizational work. Each project is a chance to learn something new and expand our storytelling sensibilities. We’re looking for someone who is curious, collaborative, and eager to grow alongside the work.

🎯 What We’re Looking For

  • Experienced editor with a strong portfolio of short documentaries or long-form branded content

  • Mastery of Adobe Premiere Pro and collaborative post workflows

  • Comfort working with proxy/media management, organized sequences, and handoff-ready timelines

  • A sharp eye for narrative structure, emotional beats, and visual flow

  • Ability to balance artistic voice with clear, purposeful storytelling

  • Familiarity with delivering projects that are clean, intuitive, and easy to revisit

  • Passion for meaningful, mission-driven content

📍 Logistics

  • Timeline: Contract starting around May 10th

  • Duration: ~6 weeks, with potential for long-term collaboration

  • Compensation: $30–$50/hour, based on experience

  • Type: Freelance contract (hourly), with a path toward a longer-term/full-time role

  • Location: Remote-friendly. Willingness to work from Salt Lake City is a big plus.

  • Platform: Adobe Premiere Pro (required)

🏡 About Us

Brown Barn Studios is a creative team that specializes in translating complex organizational work into clear, compelling stories. We partner with researchers, nonprofit leaders, and educators to create cinematic films that deepen understanding, build trust, and drive engagement around programs that matter.

We’re a small, collaborative team that values curiosity, clarity, and meaningful work.

📩 How to Apply

Send an email to asher@brownbarnstudios.com and henry@brownbarnstudios.com with:

  • A link to your portfolio

  • A short note about why this project excites you and why you’re a good fit