UGC Video Editor (Performance Marketing Focus)

Location: Remote (Preferred for timezone overlap with UK)
Type: Full-Time (Independent Contractor)

About the Role

We are looking for a UGC Video Editor who thrives in a performance marketing environment—someone who can produce high-volume, scrappy, conversion-driven content rather than polished brand films.

You will work alongside a UK-based team to create short-form video ads that drive measurable results across paid channels. This role is ideal for an editor who understands how to turn raw footage into engaging, high-converting creatives quickly and efficiently.

This is not a traditional cinematic editing role. Instead, success in this position comes from speed, iteration, and performance mindset.

What You’ll Do

Video Editing & Creative Execution

Edit short-form UGC-style videos for paid social (Meta, TikTok, etc.)
Turn raw footage into engaging, conversion-focused ad creatives
Produce both:
- Lo-fi, fast-turnaround edits (core focus)
- Occasional higher-production edits when needed
Incorporate hooks, captions, pacing, and storytelling optimized for performance

Performance Marketing Alignment

Understand what makes ads convert, not just look good
Iterate on creatives based on performance feedback
Apply best practices for:
- Hook optimization (first 3 seconds)
- Retention pacing
- Clear messaging and CTAs

Workflow & Output

Work in 2-week sprint cycles with structured briefs
Deliver approximately:
- ~10 briefs per sprint (mix of low and higher production)
Manage time effectively across:
- ~0.5–1 day for scrappy edits
- ~2 days for higher production pieces
Maintain consistency, organization, and timely delivery

Collaboration

Join team meetings with UK-based stakeholders (reasonable timezone overlap required)
Collaborate with creative and marketing teams on briefs and iterations
Take feedback quickly and apply changes efficiently

What We’re Looking For

Core Skills

Proven experience editing UGC-style or performance marketing video content
Strong understanding of paid social creative best practices
Ability to produce high-volume output without sacrificing effectiveness
Comfortable working with lo-fi, fast-paced content styles

Technical Skills

Proficiency in tools such as:
- Adobe Premiere Pro, After Effects, CapCut, or similar
Experience with:
- Subtitles, motion graphics, and quick visual hooks
- AI tools for editing or content enhancement (nice to have)

Mindset & Traits

Scrappy, fast, and highly execution-oriented
Performance-driven (cares about results, not just aesthetics)
Strong attention to detail and organization
Comfortable working in structured sprint environments
Open to feedback and rapid iteration

Nice to Have

Experience editing for DTC or health/wellness brands
Familiarity with ad testing frameworks and creative iteration cycles
Understanding of UGC creator workflows and formats

Working Style & Expectations

Fully remote, async-friendly with some scheduled collaboration
Long-term opportunity for high performers
Fast-paced environment with clear output expectations and structured workflows
Focus on volume + performance, not perfection

Why This Role

Join a growing team investing heavily in performance-driven creative
Opportunity to own a critical function in paid media growth
Work on content that directly impacts revenue and scaling
Clear path to long-term engagement and expansion

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