Performance-Based AI Video Ad Editor

Posted 2 days ago

Worldwide

Summary

We’re looking for a talented video editor who wants to earn more than a standard editing fee. You’ll create high-performing short-form video ads for e-commerce brands using our existing bank of AI UGC footage, product content and creative assets. You’ll also have the freedom to generate your own AI UGC scenes and concepts when needed. This is a base-fee-plus-performance-commission role. If your ads perform, you earn more. We’re offering generous payouts for editors who can consistently produce winning creatives. What You’ll Be Doing Editing direct-response ads for Meta, TikTok and other paid platforms Turning AI UGC footage into convincing, natural-looking advertisements Creating strong hooks that capture attention in the first few seconds Combining UGC, product footage, voiceovers, captions and motion graphics Producing multiple variations of winning concepts Creating original AI-generated scenes when our existing assets are not enough Using performance data to improve future edits Working from scripts and briefs while contributing your own creative ideas Compensation You’ll receive: A guaranteed base fee for approved video edits Additional commission or bonuses when your ads meet agreed performance benchmarks Larger payouts for ads that scale and continue generating profitable sales Ongoing volume for editors who consistently produce winners The exact structure will be agreed before starting. Performance will be measured using clear advertising data, such as spend, return on ad spend, cost per acquisition and the period an ad remains profitable. What We’re Looking For Strong direct-response video editing experience A clear understanding of hooks, pacing, retention and conversion Experience editing Meta or TikTok advertisements Ability to make AI UGC feel natural and believable Experience with tools such as CapCut, Premiere Pro, After Effects, Higgsfield, Kling, Veo, Runway or similar Fast turnaround and good communication Willingness to study advertising results and adapt quickly We’re not looking for someone who simply adds captions to clips. We want an editor who understands that every scene, cut and line should help sell the product. To Apply Please send: Your three strongest e-commerce video ads Any examples using AI UGC or AI-generated footage The results those ads achieved, if available Your typical turnaround time The AI video tools you use Why a performance-based compensation model interests you Start your application with the words “Performance Editor” so we know you have read the full brief.

  • More than 30 hrs/week
    Hourly
  • 1-3 months
    Duration
  • Intermediate
    Experience Level
  • $10.00

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  • Remote Job
  • Ongoing project
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Mandatory skills
Testimonial Video
AI-Generated Video
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About the client
Member since Aug 8, 2023
  • United Kingdom
    Manchester6:17 AM
  • $20K total spent
    31 hires, 11 active
  • 329 hours
  • Sales & Marketing
    Small company (2-9 people)

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