Lead Editor at Jobgether – United States

This position is posted by Jobgether on behalf of a partner company. We are currently looking for a Lead Editor in the United States.

This role sits at the intersection of creative leadership, performance marketing, and high-volume video production. You will lead editing excellence across client accounts, shaping visual storytelling that is both creatively compelling and driven by measurable performance outcomes. As a key leader within a creative pod, you will define visual standards, guide editors, and directly contribute to the development of high-performing ad creatives across major social platforms. The position requires a balance of hands-on editing expertise and strategic oversight, ensuring both quality and efficiency at scale. You will collaborate closely with production and strategy teams to align creative execution with business objectives. This is a fast-paced, data-informed environment where creative innovation and experimentation are central to success.

• Lead creative direction and visual standards across a pod of editors, ensuring consistent quality and performance-driven output.
• Provide actionable, performance-focused feedback to elevate editing quality and optimize creative effectiveness.
• Personally edit high-priority campaigns to establish benchmarks and demonstrate best practices for the team.
• Evaluate editor performance using productivity metrics, ROI insights, and quality assessments.
• Oversee asset management, including reviewing footage, curating selects, and ensuring brand and compliance alignment.
• Collaborate with production and strategy teams to align creative execution with campaign goals and client requirements.
• Drive process improvements, including workflow optimization, tool adoption, and integration of emerging technologies.
• Identify and implement data-informed creative techniques to enhance engagement and campaign performance.

• 3+ years of professional video editing experience, including at least 1 year in a senior or leadership capacity.
• Experience in a performance marketing agency, creative agency, or fast-paced in-house creative environment.
• Expert proficiency in Adobe Premiere Pro and Adobe Creative Suite.
• Strong knowledge of motion graphics and Adobe After Effects.
• Proven ability to provide clear, actionable creative direction and feedback.
• Deep understanding of performance marketing principles and social media advertising formats.
• Strong portfolio demonstrating versatility in storytelling, pacing, and visual execution.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills in fast-paced environments.
• Experience with AI tools, asset management systems, and workflow optimization is a plus.
• Bachelor’s degree in Film, Video Production, Digital Media, or related field preferred.

• Competitive salary ranging from $85,000 to $105,000 annually
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance (100% employee-covered medical/dental options)
• Unlimited PTO, paid sick leave, and company holidays
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer matching
• Paid parental leave (up to 12 weeks, fully paid)
• Annual education and training stipend ($500/year)
• Remote flexibility with additional work-from-home stipend
• Creative and collaborative working environment
• Personal coaching and professional development opportunities