performance video editor — dtc / e-commerce

location: fully remote

job type: full-time

schedule: monday–friday, 9:00 am–6:00 pm est

about the role

we’re looking for a performance video editor to join a fast-growing u.s.-based dtc/e-commerce brand.

this role is idóneo for an editor who understands that great paid social creative is not only about making content look polished — it’s about capturing attention, maintaining engagement, and driving conversions .

you’ll work primarily with scripts, creator/ugc footage, product content, b-roll, and existing assets to produce high-performing short-form ads for meta, instagram, and tiktok .

you’ll also have visibility into creative performance, allowing you to understand what works, iterate on winning concepts, and continuously improve your edits based on real results.

what you’ll do

video editing & performance creative

- edit short-form, direct-response video ads for meta, instagram, and tiktok
- turn scripts, creator footage, ugc, product footage, and b-roll into compelling visual narratives
- create strong hooks, re-hooks, pacing, transitions, captions, and visual patterns designed to maintain viewer attention
- adapt creative concepts into multiple variations for testing
- source and organize relevant b-roll and stock footage
- edit content according to platform-specific formats and best practices
- use creative performance insights to iterate and improve future edits

graphic design & creative assets

- create marketing graphics, thumbnails, and supporting visual assets
- work with tools such as photoshop, illustrator, or canva
- apply strong fundamentals in typography, composition, color, and visual hierarchy

creative & project management

- organize footage, creator content, and finished assets using established file-management systems
- track assignments, deadlines, and project status using project management tools
- follow naming conventions and asset organization protocols




- communicate proactively about timelines, questions, and potential blockers
- collaborate with the creative and marketing teams and incorporate feedback efficiently
- identify opportunities to improve editing workflows and creative processes

requirements

- 3–5+ years of professional video editing experience , with a strong focus on short-form content
- expert-level adobe premiere pro skills
- proven experience editing direct-response or performance marketing ads for meta, instagram, and/or tiktok
- previous experience working with dtc or e-commerce brands
- strong understanding of short-form creative principles, including hooks, pacing, retention, storytelling, and conversion-focused editing
- working proficiency with photoshop, illustrator, canva, or similar design tools
- strong fundamentals in typography, color theory, composition, and motion graphics
- fluent english with strong written and verbal communication skills
- strong time management skills and ability to work independently in a remote environment
- comfortable working with deadlines and managing multiple creative assignments
- comfortable giving and receiving feedback and iterating quickly

nice to have

- experience working specifically with u.s.-based dtc or e-commerce brands
- familiarity with creative performance metrics and understanding of what makes paid social ads convert
- experience with tools such as frame.io, clickup, slack, and notion
- experience creating multiple creative variations for paid media testing

technical requirements

- reliable computer suitable for professional video editing, with at least 16gb ram
- reliable high-speed internet connection of at least 100 mbps

benefits & perks

- fully remote position
- paid time off
- quarterly flex days
- professional development and opportunities to grow within the team

ready to apply?

if you have experience creating performance-driven short-form video content for dtc or e-commerce brands , we’d love to see your work.

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