I am a professional athlete (2021 Olympian) documenting my 8-week journey of learning to surf from scratch—from day one to my first amateur competition. This isn't a "hype" or "pro-athlete" highlight reel. This is a grounded, observational, and slightly dry-humored look at what it's like for an expert in one sport to become a complete beginner again. Project Scope: • Volume: 8 Episodes (approx. 5–8 minutes each). • Raw Footage: ~30 minutes of footage per episode (GoPro, Surf/Beach footage, Drone, and VO). • Tone: Observational, patient, and real. Think "documentary-style" rather than "YouTube-vlog." • The Theme: "Lean Into the Wipeout." We are highlighting the mistakes and the learning curve, not just the wins. What I Need: • Visual Pacing: Ability to cut "rhythmic" surf segments to music while letting quiet, reflective moments breathe. • Storytelling: I have the scripts finished. I need an editor who can pair my VO with the right visual "beats" (e.g., matching a "wipeout" line with a specific clip). • Audio: Clean integration of VO and ambient ocean sounds. • Consistency: Someone who can commit to all 8 episodes for a cohesive look. Compensation: $500 flat fee for the full series ($62.50/episode). Note: This is a fixed-budget project perfect for a student, a hobbyist building a portfolio, or an editor who loves surf culture and wants a fun, structured project. How to Apply: Please reply with a link to your reel or 2–3 examples of your work. If you have experience with action sports or documentary-style editing, please highlight that.
