Job description
Job Title: Video Editor
Location: Remote
Work Shift: PST preferred for meetings (7am–2pm)
Working Hours: Full-time, 40 hours/week, flexible within 7 AM–2 PM PST
Job Overview:
We are looking for a highly creative and performance-driven Video Editor with a strong focus on short-form content for social media ads. You’ll be responsible for editing engaging, attention-grabbing video ads that directly support acquisition goals across platforms like Instagram, TikTok, YouTube Shorts, Facebook, and more.
This role requires someone who understands the nuances of social-first editing, can think like a marketer, and knows how to create content that not only entertains—but converts.
Key Responsibilities:
Edit high-performing short-form ads tailored for various social media platforms
Interpret and execute on creative briefs aligned with performance and acquisition metrics
Take initiative in suggesting new creative ideas and formats based on platform trends
Work closely with the marketing and creative teams to ensure videos align with brand and campaign goals
Optimize videos to capture attention quickly and drive action (scroll-stopping intros, CTA placement, etc.)
Stay current on social media trends and ad performance best practices
Proven experience editing social media video ads with a focus on acquisition and performance marketing
Proficiency in tools like Adobe Premiere, After Effects, Final Cut Pro, CapCut, or similar
Strong creative instincts paired with an analytical mindset toward ad performance
Ability to take direction from creative briefs but also bring original ideas to the table
Deep understanding of what makes content thumb-stopping, shareable, and conversion-focused
Portfolio of edited social ads that demonstrate creative and performance results
Nice to Have:
- Experience working in DTC, eCommerce, or mobile-first brands
- Familiarity with A/B testing creatives and performance data analysis
- Basic motion graphics or animation skills
