Short-Form Video Editor: Rapid, Creative Ad Edits

Carpe; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company computer

401k

Health insurance (Carpe covers a part)

Vision and dental options

Employer paid life insurance

Free product and snack/drink bar

Job summary

Carpe is seeking a Video Editor in Durham, NC to turn raw footage into engaging ads across social and TV. You will collaborate with the Head of Growth, shaping story, pacing, sound, and motion to ensure each edit hooks in the first seconds and drives performance.

You will learn short-form ad editing from seasoned pros in a fast, supportive environment, with opportunities to grow as the brand expands in body care.

Qualifications

• Strong, fast editor with an eye for story and pacing.
• Portfolio showing vertical short-form and horizontal edits.
• Proficiency in Premiere Pro and After Effects.
• Feel for storytelling and selling in short form.
• Commitment to craft and improvement.

Responsibilities

• Edit creative video concepts for Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, and beyond.
• Collaborate with Head of Growth to bring edits to full potential.
• Shape story, pacing, sound, and motion to hook viewers.
• Analyze performance and iterate on edits for better results.

Skills

Video editing

Premiere Pro

After Effects

Storytelling

Collaboration

Feedback-driven

Tools

Adobe Premiere Pro

After Effects

Job description

Carpe is seeking a Video Editor in Durham, NC to turn raw footage into engaging ads across social and TV. You will collaborate with the Head of Growth, shaping story, pacing, sound, and motion to ensure each edit hooks in the first seconds and drives performance.

You will learn short-form ad editing from seasoned pros in a fast, supportive environment, with opportunities to grow as the brand expands in body care.