Video Editor Needed — Meta Ads Optimization & Original Content Creation

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Worldwide

Summary

Hello, We’re looking for a skilled video editor to help us transform raw footage into high-performing Meta ads (Facebook & Instagram). Your primary responsibility will be taking existing raw videos and optimizing them for paid social — handling everything from technical formatting to creative enhancements that drive results. We’re not just looking for someone to cut and resize clips. The ideal candidate thinks strategically — someone who doesn’t just edit videos, but builds scroll-stopping, retention-optimized ad creatives engineered to perform in cold traffic Meta environments. You understand the psychology of the feed, know how to hook a viewer in the first two seconds, and make every creative decision with performance in mind. What You’ll Do Technical Adjustments • Resize and reformat raw videos to Meta-approved specs (1:1, 4:5, 9:16, and 16:9 as needed) • Trim and cut footage to optimal ad lengths (6s, 15s, 30s depending on placement) • Optimize video quality, color grading, brightness, and pacing for feed and Stories/Reels environments • Ensure proper audio levels and add music or sound design where appropriate Creative Enhancements • Add accurate, well-timed subtitles/captions (auto-generated + manually reviewed) • Design and overlay compelling taglines, hooks, and call-to-action text • Add motion graphics, transitions, or visual elements that increase engagement • Create multiple ad variants (A/B versions) from a single source video when needed • Insert, as appropriate, brand logo and assets Future Opportunities • Concept and produce original video content for Meta ad campaigns from the ground up • Collaborate on creative strategy to develop ad formats that align with campaign goals What We’re Looking For • Proven experience editing video ads for Meta (Facebook/Instagram) — please include relevant portfolio examples • Proficiency with professional editing software (Premiere Pro, DaVinci Resolve, Final Cut Pro, or equivalent) • Strong understanding of Meta ad formats, specs, and best practices for paid placements • Experience with subtitle generation, motion graphics, and text animation • Ability to deliver clean, export-ready files quickly and reliably • Bonus: experience creating video ads from scratch, scripting, or directing/shooting content To Apply, Please Include 1. Portfolio or examples of Meta video ads you’ve edited (links preferred) and the results these video(s) generated 2. Your editing software(s) of choice and typical turnaround time per video 3. A short note on your experience with paid social video (what makes a good Meta ad, in your view) 4. Your hourly rate or per-video pricing Thank You,

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Skills and Expertise
Mandatory skills
Adobe Premiere Pro
AI-Generated Video
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About the client
Member since Nov 7, 2016
  • United States
    San Francisco10:28 AM
  • $27K total spent
    54 hires, 1 active
  • 615 hours
  • Food & Beverage
    Small company (2-9 people)

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