Video Ad Editor

This is a remote position.

The Video Ad Editor will play a key role in producing performance-focused creative assets designed to drive measurable results across paid social channels. This is a fast-paced, hands-on editing role focused on direct response advertising rather than traditional cinematic editing.

The ideal candidate understands how to create scroll-stopping ads optimized for retention, engagement, and conversions. They should be highly comfortable working with short-form vertical content and testing multiple creative angles quickly.

Responsibilities

• Edit short-form paid social advertisements ranging from 10–60 seconds for platforms such as Meta, TikTok, YouTube Shorts, and similar channels.
  
• Transform raw footage, UGC, testimonials, product demonstrations, and static assets into high-performing ad creatives.
  
• Develop multiple creative variations to test different hooks, messaging angles, and offers.
  
• Repurpose existing organic and UGC content into conversion-focused advertisements.
  
• Add captions, motion graphics, overlays, animations, and compelling calls-to-action.
  
• Collaborate closely with growth, paid media, and creative teams to align content with campaign goals.
  
• Review ad performance metrics and optimize creatives based on data insights.
  
• Maintain quick turnaround times while preserving creative quality and brand consistency.
  
• Continuously experiment with new editing approaches and creative testing strategies.
  

Requirements

• 4+ years of experience specifically editing paid social advertisements.
  
• Strong understanding of direct response marketing principles.
  
• Proven experience creating vertical-format content (9:16).
  
• Advanced proficiency with Adobe Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro, or similar editing platforms.
  
• Experience creating engaging captions and on-screen text for social ads.
  
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple deliverables simultaneously.
  
• Comfortable integrating AI tools into editing and creative workflows.
  
• Strong understanding of performance metrics such as CPA, ROAS, hook rate, and retention rate.
  
• Experience producing high-volume creative variations efficiently.
  

Qualifications

• Previous experience editing performance marketing creatives for e-commerce or consumer brands.
  
• Strong understanding of social media trends and short-form storytelling.
  
• Data-driven mindset with the ability to make creative decisions based on performance insights.
  
• Ability to receive feedback constructively and adapt quickly.
  
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
  
• Experience collaborating in fast-moving remote teams.
  
• Detail-oriented while maintaining speed and efficiency.
  

Benefits