High-Converting DTC Video Editor (Meta/TikTok/YouTube Ads)

Posted 10 hours ago

Worldwide

Summary

We are hiring an exceptional, data-driven Video Editor obsessed with driving conversions for high-growth e-commerce/DTC brands. This is a fast-paced role that requires a marketer's mindset, platform expertise, and rapid iteration based on performance data. The core output is creating scroll-stopping, short-form video ads** (15-60 seconds) for Meta (Facebook/Instagram), TikTok, and YouTube, focused entirely on maximizing ROAS and CTR

Key Requirements & Responsibilities:

* **Conversion Focus & DR Implementation:
** Must have a proven track record of editing raw footage (especially UGC-style) into ads structured around
**Direct Response (DR) frameworks (e.g., Problem-Agitate-Solution). Expertise is required in creating a powerful hook in the first 3 seconds and integrating seamless CTAs.
* **Portfolio is CRITICAL:** Your submitted portfolio must immediately showcase successful, high-performing e-commerce/DTC ad editing.

We are NOT looking for cinematic or corporate work. We need examples of ads that look native to the platform and have driven sales.

* **Platform Mastery & Technical Execution:
Must be an expert in optimizing content (e.g., 9:16 for Reels/TikTok) for a native feel. Technical mastery is required in color grading, audio mixing, speed ramping, dynamic transitions, and creating engaging typography/subtitles.

* **Software & Mindset:
Advanced proficiency in Adobe Premiere Pro or Final Cut Pro is a must.
Must possess a deep understanding of DR Marketing and key metrics (ROAS, CTR).
Must be performance-driven, flexible, and willing to iterate quickly based on data.
* **Rapid Iteration:
Ability to maintain a fast turnaround (e.g., 24 hours for first cuts) and efficiently produce multiple testing variations based on performance metrics (Hook Rate, CTR, ROAS).

Compensation & Structure:

* **Rate:$7 - $10 USD per hour, depending on experience.
* **Workload: Initial paid trial project, then transitioning to **20 hours per week ongoing.**
* **Shift: Flexible hours; work is output-based with strict deadlines.
* **Bonus Skills:  Proficiency in After Effects, CapCut, or DaVinci Resolve is a plus.

  • More than 30 hrs/week
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  • 6+ months
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Skills and Expertise
Mandatory skills
Video Editing
TIKTOK ADS
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About the client
Member since Aug 21, 2023
  • USA
    Champaign10:50 AM
  • $4.9K total spent
    25 hires, 12 active
  • 590 hours

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