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Video Editor (Performance Marketing & Social)

Full TimeMid-levelMarketingGlobal
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About the Role

Our client is looking for a creative, fast-moving Video Editor who knows how to create content that grabs attention and drives results. This role is focused on producing high-performing, mobile-first video content for paid social campaigns, with a strong emphasis on conversion, retention, and speed.

You'll work closely with our creative and marketing teams to turn raw footage into compelling ads that stop the scroll, communicate value quickly, and drive measurable performance across platforms like Meta, TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube Shorts.

What You'll Do Edit high-volume, fast-turnaround video content for paid social advertising. Produce engaging vertical, mobile-first videos optimized for Meta, TikTok, Instagram Reels, and YouTube Shorts. Create conversion-focused edits with strong hooks, pacing, storytelling, captions, motion graphics, and calls to action. Continuously optimize creative based on performance data and marketing feedback. Collaborate with creative strategists and media buyers to develop ad variations and test new creative concepts. Edit UGC, product demonstrations, testimonials, lifestyle content, and promotional campaigns. Ensure all content aligns with brand guidelines while maximizing engagement and performance. Stay up to date with social media trends, editing styles, and platform best practices. Organize project files and manage multiple editing projects while meeting tight deadlines.

Must-Have Skills

  • Proven experience editing high-performing social media content with fast turnaround times.
  • Strong portfolio showcasing mobile-first, vertical video editing for platforms such as TikTok, Instagram Reels, Meta, and YouTube Shorts.
  • Experience creating conversion-focused paid advertising creatives, with a deep understanding of:
  • Strong opening hooks
  • Audience retention
  • Pacing and storytelling
  • Calls to action
  • Performance-driven editing
  • Proficiency in Adobe Premiere Pro, After Effects, Final Cut Pro, DaVinci Resolve, or similar professional editing software.
  • Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

Nice-to-Have

  • Experience producing higher-end brand campaigns and product marketing content.
  • Motion graphics and animation experience.
  • Experience working with DTC or consumer brands.
  • Familiarity with creative testing frameworks and performance marketing.
  • Interest in or experience with pickleball, including editing sports or lifestyle content within the category.
  • What Success Looks Like
  • Delivers high-quality video creatives quickly without compromising quality.
  • Produces ads that improve click-through rates, engagement, and conversion performance.
  • Consistently creates scroll-stopping content optimized for mobile audiences.
  • Collaborates effectively with the creative and performance marketing teams to iterate based on campaign results.
  • Helps drive growth by producing compelling, high-performing video assets that convert.

Tools & Tech Stack

  • Adobe Premiere Pro, After Effects, Final Cut Pro, DaVinci Resolve, or equivalent professional video editing software with proficiency in mobile-first and vertical video optimization.

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