Senior Video Editor
🎬 Lead Video EditorOwn creative performance. Own edit quality. Turn winning ideas into high-performing ads.Job SnapshotThis role exists to turn raw creative concepts, footage, and performance insights into high-quality video ads that drive results.You will own the editing process end-to-end — from understanding the ad angle and audience, to producing polished creatives that get approved quickly and perform effectively.This is not a “just cut clips” editing role.You are responsible for creating content that moves business metrics: faster creative production, fewer revision cycles, and stronger-performing ads.
About the CompanyWe’re a fast-moving, execution-focused business where creative output directly impacts growth.Our success depends on producing high-quality advertising creatives quickly, testing new ideas, and improving based on performance data.The challenge is not simply creating more videos — it is creating better videos, faster, with a strong understanding of what makes ads convert.This role exists to bring ownership, speed, and creative excellence to the editing process.
The Role OverviewThe Lead Video Editor owns the quality and speed of our video creative pipeline.You will take ownership of transforming concepts, footage, and creative direction into finished ads ready for testing and scaling.You will work closely with creative and performance teams to understand what is working, what needs improvement, and how editing decisions impact results.If done well:Ads move from concept to final version fasterFewer creatives require revisionsWinning creative patterns are identified and replicatedThe business can test more ideas without sacrificing quality
Responsibilities (Outcome-Based)You will be accountable for:🎥 Ownig video editing quality from brief to final deliveryCreate high-quality advertising creatives that match brand standards and performance goalsDeliver polished edits with strong pacing, storytelling, hooks, and visual flow⚡ Increasing creative production speedEdit and deliver creatives quickly without sacrificing qualityBuild efficient workflows that allow more ads to be tested📈 Improving ad performance through editing decisionsUnderstand how editing choices impact retention, engagement, and conversionUse performance insights to improve future creatives🔄 Reducing revision cyclesDeliver work that gets approved quickly by understanding expectations upfrontApply feedback effectively and improve processes over time🧠 Bring creative problem-solving and AI-powered workflowsUse modern editing tools, AI tools, and automation where usefulFind faster ways to create, iterate, and improve creative outputThis is ownership of creative outcomes — not just completing editing tasks.
What Success Looks LikeYou’re winning in this role when:Ads consistently meet quality standards without unnecessary revisionsCreative output speed increases over timeMore winning creatives are produced and testedEditing decisions improve ad performance metricsCreative workflows become faster and more efficientThe team can rely on you as the final owner of video quality
Required ExperienceSeniority Level: Lead / Senior-LevelThis role requires someone who can independently own creative output and make strong editing decisions without needing constant direction.You should have:Proven experience editing video ads or performance-focused contentStrong understanding of pacing, hooks, retention, and direct-response creative principlesAbility to take a creative concept and turn it into a compelling final productHigh attention to detail and strong quality standardsAbility to work independently and manage deadlinesExperience improving workflows and adopting new tools quicklyBonus:Ability to understand ad account performance and use data to guide creative decisionsExperience working with paid advertising creatives
Tools / EnvironmentYou’ll work with tools such as:CapCutAdobe Premiere Pro (useful but not required)Claude Code / Codex and other AI toolsElevenLabsHiggsfieldFrame.ioNotionGoogle DriveKlingGoogle OmniArtlistSpecific tools matter less than your ability to learn quickly, produce quality work, and improve the creative system.
Work EnvironmentFast-pacedRemote-friendlyHigh ownership, low micromanagementCreative and performance-drivenFlexible schedule, with preference for availability during European daytime-to-evening hoursYou’ll have freedom to execute — but you’ll also be accountable for measurable creative outcomes.
Compensation & BenefitsCompensation: Approximately $3,000–$4,000/month, depending on experience and capability, performance bonus will be shared later onFlexible remote working environmentOpportunity to work directly on performance-driven creative projectsHigh ownership and impact within a growing business
Hiring ProcessApplication reviewTALO Initial Interview Client Interview if shortlisted (creative thinking, ownership, and experience focus)Practical editing test taskFinal interview/alignmentOfferWe move quickly and respect your time.
Who Thrives HereYou’ll thrive if you:Care deeply about creative qualityTake ownership without needing remindersMove quickly while maintaining high standardsEnjoy experimenting and improving workflowsAre excited by the connection between creativity and business resultsConstantly look for ways to make output faster and better
Who Will StruggleThis role is not a fit if you:Only want to follow instructions without creative inputNeed detailed direction for every editPrioritize artistic expression over performance outcomesAvoid feedback or iterationPrefer slow, predictable workflows
Application CTAIf you want to own the creative output behind high-performing ads and build a faster, smarter editing system:👉 Apply here: https://www.orgboard.co/jobs/5fbb4188fe4d49918e095f9acf269368?src=linkedin_recruiterWe’re not looking for someone who just edits videos. We’re hiring someone who owns creative performance.