Editor / Storyboard Writer - Performance Marketing (Worldwide)

Storyboard Writer / Video Editor We're looking for a performance-driven Storyboard Writer / Video Editor who understands what makes ads convert. This role is primarily focused on creating high-performing storyboards, with editing as a secondary skill used to execute or refine concepts. What You'll Do This role sits at the intersection of performance marketing and creative production. You think in hooks, pattern interrupts, and retention drivers, and you translate that instinct into clear, actionable storyboards that editors and actors can execute without guesswork. Create performance-driven storyboards for social media ads Define the full visual flow of each ad — talking head, B-roll, actions Specify exactly what the actor is doing and showing in every moment Provide clear direction to editors on what to do (include stock footage, generate with AI, etc) Develop strong hooks, angles, and structures based on what's currently working Think in scroll-stopping moments, pattern interrupts, and retention drivers Iterate concepts based on performance data and feedback Stay on top of trends, formats, and winning ad patterns Collaborate closely with marketing, editors, and copywriters to improve results Edit ads when needed to execute or refine your concepts Creative Strategy Think in scroll-stopping moments, pattern interrupts, and retention drivers — and build those into every concept. Iterate concepts based on performance data and creative feedback. Stay on top of trends, formats, and winning ad patterns across DTC and direct-response categories. Collaborate closely with marketing, editors, and copywriters to improve results. Editing Edit ads when needed to execute or refine your own storyboard concepts. Use Adobe Premiere Pro as the primary editing tool, with After Effects as needed. Use AI tools (avatars, voice, generative video, etc.) to supplement and enhance creative output. What We're Looking For Experience in storyboarding for ads Experience with DTC brands or UGC formats Strong understanding of performance marketing and direct-response principles Understanding of core performance metrics (hook rate, hold rate, retention) Strong instinct for what feels native to each platform Familiarity with current trends and ad formats Comfortable using AI tools (avatars, voice, generative video, etc.) Solid editing skills (Premiere Pro / After Effects) Strong written English (clear, concise, conversion-focused) Ability to work fast, iterate, and handle multiple concepts simultaneously Why Join Ryze This isn't just an editing role, it's an opportunity to become a stronger performance creative, understand what makes ads convert at scale, and grow within a fast-moving creative team. Learn directly from performance data - see which ads are winning, understand why they're working, and use those insights to improve your own creative decisions. Learn from top-performing creatives - join weekly creative and learning sessions where we break down winning ads, consumer psychology, performance marketing principles, trends, and new creative approaches. Work with the latest AI creative tools - get access to leading AI video, image, voice, and generation platforms and learn how to integrate them into real-world performance creative. Continuous learning & development - gain access to courses, internal resources, tutorials, workflows, and ongoing experimentation with new tools and techniques. Performance-based bonuses - strong-performing creatives can earn additional bonuses when their ads reach key performance milestones. Grow beyond the editor role - as Ryze's creative team continues to expand, there are opportunities for strong performers to step into leadership, management, training, reviewing, and specialized creative roles. We believe in developing talent internally and giving people more ownership as they grow. High creative ownership - contribute ideas, experiment with new formats and approaches, and help shape how Ryze approaches performance creative. Ryze Ltd