ECU Video Editor
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Posted on:
08-11-2025
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Job Title: Video Editor
Contractor Fee: $1800 - $2200/month (USD)
Work Arrangement: Remote
Engagement Type: Independent Contractor
Commitment: Full-time (Approx. 40 hours/week)
Company Overview:
Tidal is a Direct Placement Agency that helps job seekers find job opportunities for real growth. We work with stable responsible businesses that are experienced in remote hiring and are excited to welcome international team members. Tidal is owned and operated by consumer brand owners and operators. We have offshore team-building experience and aim to help businesses leverage global talent.
About This Role:
Were looking for a creative and detail-oriented Video Editor to support one of our fast-growing e-commerce clients in the medical apparel industry (D2C Australian brand). The role focuses on producing 8-12 engaging and high-performing video ads per week across Facebook Instagram and YouTube.
Your edits will help drive conversions through direct-response storytelling that resonates with real healthcare professionals and consumers. This opportunity starts on a part-time/hourly basis with the potential to grow into a long-term full-time role.
Key Responsibilities:
- Edit UGC raw product footage and b-roll into short-form ads optimized for Facebook Instagram and YouTube.
- Add captions text overlays transitions and motion graphics to maximize viewer retention.
- Produce 8-12 ad creatives weekly that maintain consistent brand tone and strong visual appeal.
- Create and iterate direct-response ad variants (including short VSLs and refreshes).
- Repurpose and enhance existing content based on creative feedback and ad performance.
- Manage multiple projects while meeting deadlines consistently.
- Stay updated on social video trends platform best practices and performance insights.
Software/Platforms/Tools:
- Must-Have:
- CapCut or professional editing tools (Adobe Premiere Pro Final Cut Pro or DaVinci Resolve)
- Canva or similar tools for adding text overlays and quick graphics
- Nice-to-Have:
- AI-assisted tools (e.g. ChatGPT Runway Pika OpusClip)
- Understanding of export settings and optimization for Meta and YouTube Ads
Qualifications:
- Only open to candidates based in Latin America.
- 3-5 years of freelancing experience
- 2-4 years of professional experience editing short-form video ads
- Strong portfolio of social ads (Reels Shorts TikTok Paid Social)
- Experience in direct-response and D2C e-commerce content (preferred)
- Excellent sense of pacing storytelling and visual rhythm
- Strong English communication skills (C1/C2 proficiency)
- Reliable organized and able to work independently
- Open to feedback and eager to grow in a fast-paced creative environment
Shift Schedule:
- Monday to Friday flexible hours with some overlap during Australian or US business hours for check-ins and collaboration.
- For LATAM candidates we request availability between 7:00 PM - 11:00 PM (LATAM time) (9:00 AM - 1:00 PM AU time) for team syncs typically a few short meetings each week including one all-hands session. The rest of your schedule is self-paced with communication mainly through Slack.
Key Skills
- Graphic Design
- Video Editing
- Motion Graphics
- Adobe After Effects
- Filming
- Adobe Creative Suite
- Adobe Photoshop
- Post Production
- Adobe Illustrator
- Adobe Premiere
- Final Cut Pro
- Video production
