Short-Form Video Editor — Meta Ads / UGC Creative Editor

Posted 4 weeks ago

Worldwide

Summary

We're looking for a video editor who understands direct-response advertising and can turn raw creator footage into high-performing Meta ads. This is not a cinematic editing role. We're looking for someone who can quickly create, iterate, and improve ad creatives based on performance data. What You'll Be Doing Edit UGC videos for Meta ads Create multiple variations from winning concepts Add hooks, captions, end cards, CTAs, and graphics Repurpose creator footage into new ad angles Follow creative briefs and reference ads Work closely with the media buying team to launch and iterate creatives Requirements Experience editing TikTok, Reels, and Meta ads Strong understanding of UGC style editing Fast turnaround times Ability to follow references closely Comfortable producing high volumes of variations Familiar with Premiere Pro, CapCut, Final Cut, or similar Nice to Have Experience editing for eCommerce brands Understanding of direct-response marketing Familiarity with Meta Ads Experience with subscription or lead generation businesses How We Work We will provide: Raw footage Winning ads Creative briefs Offer details CTA requirements You return: Ready-to-launch ad creatives Multiple hook variations Different CTA/end card variations when needed Paid Test Project If your portfolio looks promising, we'll invite you to complete a paid test project. For the test, we'll provide: Raw footage A winning reference ad A creative brief Your task will be to create: 3 hook variations 2 full edited ad versions 1 end card variation We're looking for: Editing quality Attention to detail Ability to follow direction Understanding of direct-response creative Communication and turnaround speed Strong performers may be offered ongoing work immediately. To Apply Please send: 3-5 examples of Meta, TikTok, or UGC ads you've edited Your preferred editing software Your typical turnaround time Your rate (hourly or per video) Start your application with the word "Ocean" so we know you read the full posting. Looking forward to hearing from you.

  • Less than 30 hrs/week
    Hourly
  • 1-3 months
    Duration
  • Intermediate
    Experience Level
  • Remote Job
  • Ongoing project
    Project Type
Skills and Expertise
Mandatory skills
Video Editing
Adobe Premiere Pro
Activity on this job
  • Proposals:Less than 5
  • Last viewed by client:3 weeks ago
  • Hires:
    5
  • Interviewing:
    2
  • Invites sent:
    0
  • Unanswered invites:
    0
About the client
Member since Jun 17, 2026
  • CAN
    Saint-Come8:00 AM
  • $350 total spent
    5 hires, 3 active

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