Performance Video Editor for Social Platforms

Key Areas of Responsibility Create content that makes impactful connections with consumers, measured by high attention metrics (views, likes, comments, etc). Serve as an algorithm-fluent editor with deep expertise in hooks, pacing, structure, and retention across social platforms—the primary owner of DJ‑ing, remixing, and optimizing content to drive scalable performance. Principally accountable for performance tuning and platform success, turning good content into scalable content through continuous optimization and creative iteration. Edit and assemble raw footage into polished final videos, ensuring assets are optimized natively for platforms such as Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, and YouTube—with a performance‑creative mindset, not post‑production only. Stay up to date with platform algorithms, emerging formats, creator trends, and editing techniques to keep content fresh, relevant, and competitive in feeds. Bring ideas to the table and participate in ideation, while recognizing that the core value of the role is making the work work through execution, testing, and optimization. Collaborate effectively with teammates and cross‑functional departments on rapid‑fire requests and tight timelines. Attend creative brainstorms, kickoffs, and team meetings, contributing meaningful ideas and helping shape performance‑driven strategy. Mentor creators, and in some cases art directors and copywriters, on the team and across the agency; following the leadership of your A/CD you guide and educate on best practices, ideation, execution, and performance optimization. Experience / Knowledge Required 3 to 5 years professional creative experience, with a demonstrable passion for making creative content across media platforms—social, streaming, AR, music, film, interactive, etc. Proven experience as a video shooter/editor, preferably in advertising, digital media, or a related field. Solid understanding of video production techniques, including lighting, framing, and audio. Advanced knowledge and proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, especially Adobe Premiere Pro, After Effects, and Photoshop. Extraordinary content creation skills, capable of execution from start to finish, with a passion for various kinds of creative outlets including video and motion design. Responsible, accountable, and self‑starter who demonstrates initiative. Ability to collaborate with individuals of an organization, fostering strong cross‑functional teamwork and positive results. Benefits Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience, and location. Employer‑sponsored 401k with match. Medical, Dental, and vision coverage. Unlimited PTO. Caregiver (Parental) Leave. Health and Wellness benefits. Base Salary : $70,000 – $90,000 USD #J-18808-Ljbffr VaynerX