Experienced Video Editor for High-Performance Instagram Reels & TikTok Ads Using AI Video Clips

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Summary

We’re looking for an experienced, performance-driven video editor to help Nexgen Australia create highly engaging short-form video ads at scale. Nexgen Australia is a B2B communications and technology brand targeting small business owners across Australia. We sell business phone systems, AI receptionist solutions, business communication tools, and related services designed to help small businesses improve customer experience, capture more leads, and operate more efficiently. We want someone who is not just a traditional editor, but someone who understands how to create ads that actually convert. This role is ideal for a video editor who has experience with: Instagram Reels TikTok ads UGC-style editing Direct-response / performance creative AI-assisted video production AI workflow or similar AI ad creation platforms We want to produce a high volume of video creatives quickly, so experience using Arcads AI / OR any AI Video quality is highly preferred. The right person should know how to combine AI-generated assets, avatars/actors, captions, hooks, fast pacing, and strong direct-response editing to produce ads that feel native to social platforms and do not look like generic corporate ads. Arcads specifically supports workflows such as AI actors/avatars, captions, voice changes, translation, remixing, and performance-oriented presets. What we need You will be responsible for editing short-form ad creatives for paid social campaigns targeting Australian small business owners. These videos should be: Fast-paced Highly engaging in the first 1–3 seconds Native-looking for Instagram and TikTok Built around strong hooks, pain points, benefits, and clear calls to action Optimised for ad performance, not just aesthetics Style we want We want a style similar to this reference: “How I Make Ai UGC Creatives That Look Real (Arcads + Sora 2)” — realistic AI/UGC-style ads with strong hooks, clean pacing, social-first editing, and conversion-focused structure. Your responsibilities Edit short-form vertical video ads for TikTok, Instagram Reels, and Meta Ads Use Arcads AI to help produce and scale creative output Turn scripts, hooks, offers, product angles, and raw brand inputs into finished ad creatives Create multiple variations of the same concept for testing Add engaging on-screen text, captions, graphics, punch-ins, pattern interrupts, and CTA overlays Source or work with AI-generated footage, avatars, voiceovers, and visual assets where needed Make videos feel platform-native and performance-focused Collaborate with our team on creative angles, iterations, and testing Help improve hooks, pacing, retention, and overall ad performance Organise versions and outputs for efficient creative testing What we’re looking for Proven experience editing high-converting TikTok / Reels / Meta video ads Experience with UGC ad style editing Experience using Arcads AI or similar AI creative tools Strong understanding of direct-response marketing Ability to create multiple ad variations quickly Understanding of hooks, retention, scroll-stopping intros, and CTA structure Strong motion text / caption editing skills Ability to make B2B offers feel simple, engaging, and relevant for small business owners Good English communication Reliable turnaround times Strong creative judgment and attention to detail Big advantage if you have experience with: B2B marketing SaaS, telecom, AI, tech, or business services ads Script-to-ad workflows Meta ads creative testing Creative strategy / hook ideation AI voice, avatar, or synthetic content tools Editing ads that are designed to look organic rather than overly polished Deliverables Initially, we’d like help with: Multiple short-form video ad variations per week 15–45 second video ads Hook variations Different CTA endings Platform-specific cuts for TikTok / Instagram / Facebook Fast iteration based on what performs best Our target audience Small business owners Australian SMEs Businesses needing better communication systems, AI receptionist support, improved customer response, and smarter business phone solutions To apply, please send: Examples of TikTok / Reels / Meta ads you have edited Examples of any UGC-style or AI-assisted ad creative Your experience using Arcads AI A short note on how you approach editing for conversions, not just visuals Your availability each week Your rate per video or monthly retainer pricing Please start your application with: “Nexgen Creative” So we know you’ve read the full brief.

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  • 6+ months
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  • Intermediate
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AI Video Generation & Editing Deliverables
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AI Video Generation & Editing Tools
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About the client
Member since Mar 4, 2024
  • AUS
    Parramatta12:20 PM
  • $5.9K total spent
    5 hires, 2 active
  • 173 hours
  • Tech & IT
    Mid-sized company (10-99 people)

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