Remote Video Editor for High-Impact Short-Form Ads (UGC)

Newform; United States; Remote; USD 12,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Competitive compensation

Performance-based bonus

Job summary

NewForm is seeking a Video Editor to turn raw footage, creator content, and scripts into high-performing short-form ads for paid social. You will work closely with strategists, producers, and media buyers to build scroll-stopping, conversion-focused videos.

Ideal candidates have 2–5 years of experience, a strong portfolio, and proficiency in Premiere Pro or CapCut. This remote role offers competitive pay and a performance-based bonus structure.

Qualifications

• 2–5 years of video editing experience.
• Strong portfolio showcasing short-form paid social ads.
• Proficiency in Adobe Premiere Pro or CapCut.
• Experience with After Effects for motion graphics preferred.
• Deep understanding of pacing, retention, and conversion-focused editing.
• Ability to edit quickly without sacrificing clarity or quality.
• Experience editing ads for DTC, mobile apps, or SaaS.

Responsibilities

• Edit short-form paid social ads (UGC, podcast ads, product demos, street interviews, etc.).
• Produce multiple variations per concept (different hooks, pacing, overlays, CTAs).
• Optimize videos for platform specs (Meta, TikTok, YouTube Shorts).
• Iterate on edits based on retention data, CPA, and performance feedback.
• Collaborate with creative strategists to refine messaging and structure.
• Organize and manage project files for scalable production workflows.
• Stay current on short-form trends, editing styles, and paid social best practices.

Job description

NewForm is seeking a Video Editor to turn raw footage, creator content, and scripts into high-performing short-form ads for paid social. You will work closely with strategists, producers, and media buyers to build scroll-stopping, conversion-focused videos.

Ideal candidates have 2–5 years of experience, a strong portfolio, and proficiency in Premiere Pro or CapCut. This remote role offers competitive pay and a performance-based bonus structure.