Performance Marketing Video Editor

The Performance Video Editor is responsible for turning raw footage into high-performing, conversion-driven creative across paid social and short-form platforms. This is not a cinematic storytelling role. It is a growth-critical editing role where pacing, hooks, retention, and iteration matter more than polish for polish’s sake. You will edit UGC, talking heads, product demos, AI-generated content, and campaign creatives with one goal: drive measurable performance while maintaining brand integrity. What You’ll Own Performance Editing Edit short-form paid ads for Meta, TikTok, YouTube Shorts, and emerging platforms Build high-retention hooks in the first 3 seconds Optimize pacing, rhythm, and visual pattern interrupts Tailor edits to specific campaign objectives (acquisition, retargeting, education, AI-native creative, etc.) Rapidly iterate variations for testing Creative Strategy Support Identify winning creative patterns and apply learnings to new edits Recreate reference styles and improve them Adapt editing style based on: ICP Product Funnel stage Platform norms Contribute ideas to improve creative briefs Brand Consistency Maintain strong understanding of Everyday Dose’s brand identity Ensure visual cohesion across paid and organic channels Balance performance-driven edits with brand trust and tone Production Problem-Solving Creatively solve footage or production limitations Improve average footage through editing choices Work across: UGC Talking heads Product shots AI-generated assets Mixed-media content Technical Skills Proficient in Premiere Pro or DaVinci Resolve (comfortable switching tools if needed) Basic After Effects (text animation, motion graphics, light VFX) Basic Photoshop (asset preparation) Strong audio fundamentals: Music selection Sound design & SFX Sync & pacing Basic mixing Able to quickly adapt to new editing tools and workflows Strategic & Creative Thinking Understands how editing drives conversion and retention , not just aesthetics Strong instinct for hooks, pacing, and audience psychology Knows how to identify winning ad patterns and scale them Comfortable editing for: Direct response Performance marketing Paid social environments Adapts editing approach to campaign objective and audience Studies trends, competitors, and evolving creative formats proactively Communication & Collaboration Communicates proactively with creative and growth teams Quickly interprets creative briefs into executable edits Accepts feedback professionally and iterates quickly Can clearly explain editing decisions and tradeoffs Thrives in a fast-paced testing environment Experience 3–7+ years of professional video editing experience Strong portfolio showcasing short-form, performance-driven ad creatives Proven experience in: Paid social Direct response Performance marketing environments Experience working with UGC-heavy creative is highly preferred What Success Looks Like Ads consistently improve retention and performance metricsCreative testing velocity increases Winning patterns are systematized, not one-offs Editing enhances brand trust while driving measurable results The creative team becomes faster and more data-informed Growth Mindset Actively studies platform trends and competitor ads Seeks out new techniques and tools independently Eager to improve skills and expand creative range Comfortable evolving style based on performance data Competitive compensation package Health stipend Health benefits 401K Generous PTO #J-18808-Ljbffr