Editor

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New York (NY)

On-site

USD 60,000 - 80,000

Full time

14 days+

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Company-expensed lunch

Job summary

Niceboard in New York City is seeking a creative video editor to transform raw street interviews into punchy, high-converting short-form ads for TikTok, Reels, Shorts, and Meta.

You will emphasize hooks, pacing, and compelling narratives, add motion graphics and captions, and collaborate with the team to test variations and meet tight deadlines.

Qualifications

  • Experience editing short-form direct response ads for brands, agencies, or creators.
  • Strong motion graphics, sound design, and visual storytelling skills.
  • Understanding of performance marketing, audience retention, and conversion-driven editing.
  • Ability to work independently, take creative initiative, and manage multiple projects with tight turnarounds.

Responsibilities

  • Edit engaging, fast-paced street interview ads (20-60 seconds) for TikTok, Instagram Reels, YouTube Shorts, and Meta.
  • Identify standout moments in raw footage and build compelling narratives that keep viewers watching.
  • Incorporate motion graphics, animated captions, sound effects, music, and creative transitions.
  • Optimize hooks, pacing, product demonstrations, and calls to action to maximize retention and conversions.
  • Collaborate with our creative team to implement feedback, test creative variations, and deliver polished edits on tight deadlines.

Skills

Short-form ad editing experience
Motion graphics
Sound design
Visual storytelling
Performance marketing understanding

Job description

We're looking for a creative video Editor who can transform raw street interviews into compelling, high-converting short-form ads.

Responsibilities
  • Edit engaging, fast-paced street interview ads (20-60 seconds) for TikTok, Instagram Reels, YouTube Shorts, and Meta.
  • Identify standout moments in raw footage and build compelling narratives that keep viewers watching.
  • Incorporate motion graphics, animated captions, sound effects, music, and creative transitions.
  • Optimize hooks, pacing, product demonstrations, and calls to action to maximize retention and conversions.
  • Collaborate with our creative team to implement feedback, test creative variations, and deliver polished edits on tight deadlines.
Qualifications
  • Experience editing short-form direct response ads for brands, agencies, or creators.
  • Strong motion graphics, sound design, and visual storytelling skills.
  • Understanding of performance marketing, audience retention, and conversion-driven editing.
  • Ability to work independently, take creative initiative, and manage multiple projects with tight turnarounds.

Location: Flatiron District, New York City (In-Person, 5 Days/Week)

Salary: $60,000-$80,000, depending on experience. Company-expensed lunch daily

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