Video Editor

Are you someone who gets a rush when you see your edit stop someone mid-scroll? The Video Editor is a retention machine, someone who turns raw footage into ads people can't look away from. You've edited high-volume ad content that drove real results for a social media agency. You'll crank out 20-30 Facebook ads a week working directly with the Head of Growth and Founder. You'll own the full edit from raw footage to finished video, testing hooks that actually convert. If this sounds like you, read on. The Role Edit short-form retention-focused videos in CapCut for paid ads and organic posts Create content from raw footage using guidelines (not full scripts) and add AI voiceover Add captions, music, stickers, and native elements that drive retention and conversions Apply Direct Response principles to every edit for maximum performance Test multiple hooks, intros, and cuts to find what converts best This Is For You If DR Expert: You live and die by Direct Response conversion principles. Retention Master: Your edits keep people watching from start to finish. Agency Veteran: You're used to deadlines, workflows, and high-volume output. Hook Genius: Your intros grab attention and drive action in seconds. Guideline Wizard: You turn loose concepts into polished videos with AI voiceover. Skills & Experience Must-Haves: 2+ years editing retention-focused content at a social media agency Fluent in CapCut and obsessed with native editing trends Proven Direct Response (DR) editing experience with high-view content Experience creating finished videos from guidelines (not full scripts) with AI voiceover Excellent English skills (C2 level) Nice-to-Haves: Edited for DTC brands, ad agencies, or creators Made viral content yourself (personal or brand) Understand basic creative strategy or can riff on ad copy Can source your own audio, memes, or inspo from the algorithm What We Offer Compensation: $2,000 - $2,500/month Schedule: Remote, Monday-Friday, overlap with US business hours (flexible and async friendly) Growth: High-growth role with a fast promotion pathway. Your edits will be seen by millions. About Us We're a fast-growing food startup. We make high-protein, nutritionally complete meal replacement bars that don't taste like cement. Life is better when eating isn't complicated. We help people hit their protein goals and feel satisfied all day. We're one of the fastest-growing startups in food, with hundreds of happy customers giving us 4.8 stars. Creative is everything to us. We're building a team that knows how to make content that stops the scroll and drives real results. Sound like you? Apply now and we'll be in touch soon. Note: Only resumes in English will be taken into consideration. In the form, please respond "DR Expert" to the "Why should we consider YOU for this position?" question. Important Note: This is a contractor position, not an employee role.