Video Editor – Short-Form Ad Content

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paid advertising

As a Short-Form Video Editor, you’ll work closely with our creative strategists, copywriters, and motion designers to bring brand stories to life in a matter of seconds. You’ll be the final touch in turning scripts, raw footage, and concepts into thumb-stopping social ads and video content that delivers real results.

• Edit and deliver high-impact, short-form video ads (typically 15–60 seconds) for social media platforms.
• Work with creative teams to interpret scripts, storyboards, and brand guidelines into compelling visual narratives.
• Add music, sound effects, subtitles, transitions, and graphic elements to enhance viewer engagement.
• Adapt content for different platforms, ensuring correct format, duration, and style per channel.
• Stay up to date on platform trends, editing styles, and meme culture to keep content relevant and engaging.
• Manage feedback from internal teams and iterate quickly to meet deadlines.
• Maintain organized project files, version control, and editing workflows.

• 4+ years of video editing experience, preferably in a media agency or content studio.
• Proficiency in Adobe Premiere Pro (required); After Effects, CapCut, or DaVinci Resolve is a plus.
• Strong understanding of social-first storytelling, editing rhythms, and viral content mechanics.
• Proven experience editing ads or branded content for social platforms.
• Familiarity with vertical formats (9:16), aspect ratio requirements, and platform-specific guidelines.
• Ability to work under tight deadlines in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
• Portfolio/reel showcasing relevant short-form social ads and branded video work.

• Experience editing performance marketing or DTC video ads.
• Skills in basic animation or motion design.
• Understanding of paid media best practices (CTAs, hooks, retention tactics).
• Familiarity with project management tools like Trello, Asana, or Notion.

Send us your portfolio, resume, and a brief note about why you're a great fit on rajabhattacharya@magmaconsultancy.in