Why video editors shouldn’t be afraid to bother people for the work they love.
Most video editors think the path to getting hired is simple:
Apply online.
Wait.
Pray.
Repeat.
But the truth?
The best opportunities almost never come from job boards.
They come from people. Real humans. Busy humans. Distracted humans.
And sometimes… you’ve got to interrupt their world to get into it.
This is a rewritten story inspired by an editor who figured that out early — and kickstarted his career not by being “polite,” but by being bold enough to bother someone.
The Message That Launched a Career (Even Though He Regretted It Instantly)
In his final year of school, he was applying everywhere — agencies, studios, indie filmmakers, production houses, you name it.
No responses.
Not even a “Thanks, but no thanks.”
He DM’d directors on Instagram.
He emailed producers.
He followed up.
He followed up again.
And again.
Still nothing.
One director in particular — someone he admired — never replied.
So one day, fed up with getting ignored, he tried something different:
He sent the director 50 cents on Venmo with a caption:
“Something to sweeten the deal 😉 — résumé in your DMs.”
The second he clicked “send,” he panicked.
What am I doing? I’m done. He’s going to think I’m insane.
But here’s the twist:
That tiny, bold, borderline ridiculous move changed everything.
A Month Later, the Director Called Him
After weeks of silence, the director finally responded — not to the DM…
but to the Venmo.
He thought it was funny.
More importantly: it made him pay attention.
He asked for an interview.
He offered an internship.
And just like that, one unconventional move unlocked a six-month opportunity that taught him more than four years of school ever did.
On set.
On shoots.
Hands-on work.
Real skills.
Real connections.
He even ended up working on projects for major artists and built the network that allowed him to make films that went on to premiere at festivals.
All because he wasn’t afraid to be a little annoying in the direction of his dream.
Editors: The Work You Want Won’t Come to You — You Have to Go Get It
This is the part editors don’t want to hear:
You won’t get your dream gig by staying polite, quiet, and perfectly “professional.”
The editors who win are the ones who:
- DM the creative director again
- Comment on the producer’s post with something valuable
- Send a short Loom video pitch
- Follow up five times
- Ask directly if a studio needs help
- Show their passion so clearly it’s impossible to ignore
People are busy.
People forget.
People overlook messages.
That doesn’t mean they don’t want to help you — it means you need to tap them on the shoulder again.
Sometimes five times.
“Bothering People” Isn’t Annoying When You Bring Value
Here’s what professionals won’t tell you openly:
Most of the time, they respect people who try harder than everyone else.
If you’re passionate…
If you’re hungry…
If you’re serious about the craft…
Your boldness reads as commitment — not desperation.
Some will ignore you.
A few will be irritated.
But one… one person…
might say yes.
And that yes might change your life.
If You’re an Editor Looking for Work, Try These Moves:
- Send a thoughtful DM after watching one of their projects
- Pitch a quick edit idea for a video they posted
- Send a 20-second Loom sharing what you’d improve
- Follow up every 3–4 days until you get a clear yes or no
- Offer value upfront, no strings attached
- Connect them to a helpful resource
- Tell them why you admire their work
- Don’t wait for a posting — ask if they need help
The goal isn’t to annoy.
The goal is to get noticed.
Because unnoticed editors don’t get hired.
Your Dream Project Is On the Other Side of One Bold Ask
If you love editing…
If you feel at home in front of a timeline…
If you live for story, pacing, and emotion…
Then don’t be afraid to make the world hear you.
Bother people — respectfully, intentionally, consistently — until the right door opens.
The editors who get hired aren’t the quiet ones.
They’re the ones willing to send the DM, take the risk, and follow up again.
Be bold. Be visible. Be persistent.
That’s how you build a career you love.
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