Bad Mule Inc. is producing a Feature Stop-Motion Animation. We are in need of a robust support staff to anchor our incredibly talented animation team. Experience with Puppet-Doctoring and Rigging are a must. Experience with Light/Shot Set-up is a major plus. Day-Players welcome. We are based in Chicago, IL and can provide housing and air travel for out-of-towners. Expect immediate interviews upon application review. Specifically require on-site staff.

Title: Video Ad Creator / Editor (Performance Marketing + AI + Motion Graphics) Summary Video Ad Creator / Editor (Performance + AI + Motion) Remote (U.S. preferred) | Full-Time or Contract Company: The Kinetic Arm About the Role We’re looking for a video ad creator/editor who knows how to make content that performs — not just looks good. This role sits at the intersection of: Storytelling Editing Performance marketing AI-powered creative workflows You’ll be producing high-volume, high-performing video ads and static creatives for Meta, TikTok, and YouTube — built to drive engagement, clicks, and conversions. This is not a traditional brand editor role. We need someone who understands hooks, pacing, and what actually makes people stop scrolling. What You’ll Do Create and edit short-form video ads (Meta, TikTok, YouTube) Produce 10–20+ assets per week across multiple concepts and angles Develop scroll-stopping hooks, narratives, and ad storylines Turn raw footage + approved assets into high-performing ads Use AI tools to support: Storytelling & scripting Concept ideation Motion graphics & visual effects Static ad creative (thumbnails, overlays, variations) Add clean motion graphics, overlays, and visual enhancements (not heavy VFX) Iterate quickly based on performance (CTR, retention, conversions) Collaborate with marketing team to align creative with campaign goals Adapt messaging for different audiences (athletes, parents, etc.) What We’re Looking For Core Skills Strong video editing skills (Premiere, CapCut, Final Cut, DaVinci Resolve, Movavi, or similar) Experience creating short-form, social-first content Strong understanding of storytelling, pacing, and hooks Ability to create content that feels native, not overproduced Experience with motion graphics, overlays, and visual storytelling elements Performance Mindset (Critical) Experience creating content for paid ads (Meta, TikTok, YouTube) Understands: Hooks Retention CTR Creative fatigue Able to iterate based on data, not just opinion AI + Modern Workflow Uses AI tools to enhance: Storytelling and scripting Creative ideation Motion graphics and visual effects Static and video ad production at scale Knows how to move fast using AI — without relying on it entirely Strong fundamentals (can build narrative and edit from scratch) Bonus (Nice to Have) Experience in sports / baseball / athlete-focused brands UGC-style ad experience Understanding of athlete + parent psychology Motion design experience (VFX/CGI is a bonus — not required) Who You Are You think in ideas, not just edits You understand what makes content work (and what doesn’t) You move fast and can handle high output You care about performance, not just aesthetics You’re constantly testing, learning, and improving What Success Looks Like Content that improves: Engagement CTR Conversions Bringing new creative angles weekly Helping scale content output without losing effectiveness Contributing to a repeatable creative system that drives growth Why Join Us Work on a fast-growing, performance-driven brand Be part of building a high-output creative engine Direct impact on revenue and growth Fast-moving, no-fluff environment How to Apply Please include: Portfolio (REQUIRED) Examples of short-form ad content Any performance metrics (if available) Important: We are not looking for traditional editors. We are looking for creators who understand how content drives business.

Lead YouTube Editor (Opportunity to Grow into Executive Producer) Please read this entire posting before applying. We're not looking for someone to simply edit videos. We're looking for a creative partner who wants to help build a media company. We're building a premium founder-led interview show about careers, leadership, opportunity, and the conversations that change people's lives. Every episode is designed to become a long-term asset that builds trust, authority, and impact—not just another video uploaded to YouTube. If you love YouTube, obsess over storytelling and audience retention, and want to grow with a brand from the ground floor, we'd love to meet you. Before You Apply Please read the attached Creative Playbook before submitting your proposal. It explains: The vision behind our show What we're building over the next several years Our editing philosophy The creative standards we expect How we think about YouTube, storytelling, and audience retention What success looks like in this role The playbook isn't a list of rules—it's a look inside how we think. We're looking for someone whose creative instincts align with that vision. About Us The Excellence Factory is the media company behind Dr. DéRecco Lynch—higher education executive, speaker, author of The Invisible Interview, and host of Outta Line. Our mission is simple: We help ambitious people gain access to the relationships, opportunities, and conversations most people never know exist. Through interviews with executives, entrepreneurs, creators, athletes, and industry leaders, we're building one of the most compelling interview shows focused on careers, leadership, and opportunity. What You'll Do You'll lead post-production for the show, including: Editing long-form YouTube interviews into polished, high-retention episodes Creating YouTube Shorts, Instagram Reels, TikToks, and LinkedIn clips from every episode Crafting pacing, sound design, motion graphics, captions, and visual storytelling Organizing project files and media assets Collaborating on thumbnails, hooks, and overall creative direction Bringing ideas that make every episode stronger As we grow, this role has the opportunity to evolve into an Executive Producer position with greater creative ownership. Who You Are We're looking for someone who: Has edited professional YouTube content Understands audience retention, pacing, and storytelling Knows how to turn a 40-minute interview into compelling long-form and short-form content Takes initiative and doesn't wait to be told every creative decision Communicates clearly and consistently Delivers high-quality work on deadline Wants to help build something—not simply complete freelance projects Bonus if you have experience with: Motion graphics Thumbnail design Premiere Pro, After Effects, or DaVinci Resolve Podcast or interview-style editing Our Standard We care far more about making one exceptional episode than publishing four average ones. We're building a library of content that people will discover for years—not just content that performs for a weekend. If you're the type of editor who watches YouTube and instinctively thinks, "I'd cut this differently," you'll probably fit right in. Hiring Process We hire on the work—not the proposal. To apply, please include: Links to 2–3 YouTube videos you personally edited Your exact role on each project Your editing software of choice Your typical turnaround time for a 30–45 minute interview In a few sentences, tell us what stood out to you from the attached Creative Playbook and why you'd be excited to help build this show. Finalists will complete a paid editing test using one of our real episodes. We'll provide the footage, our brand direction, and creative expectations. We're looking for storytelling, retention, and creative judgment—not just technical editing. Details Compensation: $25–45/hour (based on experience) Schedule: Part-time to start, with long-term growth opportunities Location: Fully remote Start Date: As soon as we find the right person If you're looking for another freelance editing gig, this probably isn't the right fit. If you're excited by the idea of helping build a world-class interview show and growing into a long-term creative leader, we'd love to hear from you.

We're seeking a talented Graphic Animator to bring history to life! Join our creative team in producing a digital documentary series that transforms historic battle paintings and illustrations into captivating animated sequences. (I attached an example of what we are looking for) What You'll Do: Animate classical battle scenes and historical imagery for video use Create engaging, motion-driven visuals from static artwork We want to hire you to animate one graphic (that we will send) to see if it's a fit for the project.

We are redesigning our website and need a motion designer to help us bring it to life. We have a static design laid out and know how we need to add motion to enhance the user experience. The ideal candidate will have experience in creating engaging animations that align with our brand's vision.

Please create an animated intro and outro using the attached logo. The animations should be clean, engaging, and polished—ideal for use in event videos and promotional content.

Project Overview: We need 2 short (12-second) social ads created from provided footage. The videos will be nearly identical, with only minor text changes. What the video includes: A short title screen (2 variations: ISTE Giveaway / CSTA Giveaway) Two quick clips with simple text overlays A final CTA screen (“Tap to Enter”) We’ll provide all footage and exact text—this is primarily an editing + pacing project.

We need an animator to create short-form video content (20 seconds or less). The animation is fairly simple: bringing a brand logo to life and following a story that's already been storyboarded.

Video Editor for High-Performance Social Media Ads (Mortgage Industry) Location: Remote Project Type: Ongoing Quarterly Work Industry: Mortgage / Real Estate Finance About Us We are a fast-growing mortgage brokerage based in Southern California, specializing in non-traditional financing for business owners and real estate investors (DSCR, Bank Statement Loans, Equity-Based Programs, HELOANs, etc.). We run high-volume social media marketing campaigns and already have several proven ad concepts that consistently generate strong results. Now we’re looking for a skilled video editor to elevate our visual storytelling, strengthen our brand voice, and increase our ROI across platforms like Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube. What We Need We’re hiring an experienced Social Media Video Editor who can produce short-form, conversion-optimized video ads in the 12–30 second range. These ads will showcase our mortgage programs and highlight the unique advantages we offer to investors and self-employed borrowers. Responsibilities Edit short-form video ads (12–30 seconds) optimized for Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube Apply modern editing styles optimized for high retention and low CPL Add voiceovers, on-screen captions, and motion graphics Incorporate new visuals, stock footage, lifestyle clips, and mortgage-specific graphics Enhance pacing, storytelling, hooks, and transitions Follow (and improve upon) our existing proven ad templates Deliver polished, attention-grabbing videos that convert Work with us quarterly on new ad batches as our product lineup expands Requirements Proven experience editing social media ads for lead generation Portfolio of short-form ads (preferably in finance, real estate, or other direct-response niches) Strong understanding of performance marketing, hooks, retention editing, pacing, and CTR optimization Ability to integrate captions, subtitles, and engaging motion elements Familiarity with adding voiceovers or syncing externally provided VO Comfortable working with minimal direction but able to bring creative ideas Fast communication and quick turnaround Adobe Premiere, Final Cut, or DaVinci Resolve proficiency Nice To Have Understanding of mortgage or real estate investing terminology Experience with AI voiceovers, Canva animations, or motion graphics packages Ability to contribute creative ideas for new ad angles or scripts Experience optimizing for Meta Ads What We Offer Ongoing quarterly video projects (long-term partnership) Creative freedom with clear performance goals Ability to grow with a fast-expanding mortgage brand Flexible deadlines and consistent workload Quick communication and smooth collaboration How to Apply Please provide: A link to your portfolio or reel (short-form ads preferred) Specific examples of 12–30 second ads you’ve edited Your typical turnaround time Your per-video rate or package options Any experience you have with mortgage, finance, or direct-response ads

I have a client who has a business podcast. He has 7 hour long (ish) podcasts that need to be cut down to 30. We also need 2-3 shorts for each one. I need all of this done within a week. So a video per day. Don't care what tools you use to get it done.