Video Editor (Eco Volunteer, Brazil)

🌱 Volunteer Opportunity — Video EditorVolunteer position · Unpaid · Fully remote · Instituto ALUME, Brazil

Are you a video editor who wants to use storytelling to support ecological restoration? Help us turn footage from the Atlantic Forest into stories that inspire people to reconnect with nature.

At Instituto ALUME, we are working to transform degraded land in Bahia, Brazil, into a thriving, multi-layered forest. As a Living Laboratory, we bring together ecological restoration, regenerative practices, science, art, and community—and share what we learn so others can build on it.

We are looking for a Volunteer Video Editor to join our international team and help bring this work to life on screen.

🎬 What You Will Work On- Video storytelling: Turn raw footage into engaging stories about forest restoration, biodiversity, and the people behind the project.

• Social media content: Create short videos for Instagram Reels, YouTube Shorts, and other digital channels.
• Longer edits: Shape interviews, project updates, and educational footage into clear, compelling videos.
• Post-production: Add subtitles, music, sound, basic color correction, and simple motion graphics where needed.
• Creative collaboration: Work with our team to develop ideas, refine edits, and maintain a consistent visual style.

🛠️ Skills We Are Looking For- Experience editing videos, with a portfolio or examples of your work.

• Confidence using Adobe Premiere Pro, DaVinci Resolve, Final Cut Pro, CapCut, or a comparable editing tool.
• A strong sense of storytelling, pacing, composition, and sound.
• Ability to adapt content for different formats and audiences.
• Comfortable communicating in English within a remote, multicultural team.
• A proactive approach, attention to detail, and realistic communication about deadlines.
• An interest in sustainability, ecology, or community-driven projects.

Bonus points: Experience with motion graphics, documentary editing, educational content, or environmental storytelling. Portuguese language skills are welcome but not required.

💫 What’s in It for You?- Purpose-driven work: Use your creative skills to make ecological restoration more visible and accessible.

• Creative freedom: Bring your ideas and help shape how we tell our story.
• International collaboration: Connect with people working across ecology, science, design, and technology.
• Professional recognition: Upon completion, receive a formal Letter of Recommendation and a personalized LinkedIn recommendation from our leadership team.

📅 Position Details- Type: Unpaid volunteer position.

• Location: Fully remote; Instituto ALUME is based in Bahia, Brazil.
• Commitment: 5–10 hours per week.
• Duration: 2–3 months.
• Working language: English.

This role suits someone who enjoys working independently, collaborating openly, and finding meaningful stories in real-world footage.

📩 How to ApplySend an email to alume333@gmail.com with:

• A short introduction and why you would like to volunteer with Instituto ALUME.
• Your portfolio, showreel, or links to 2–3 videos you have edited.
• Your availability and preferred editing tools.

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Email subject: Volunteer Video Editor — Your Name

Help us tell the story of a forest growing back. 🌿

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