Ad Creative Video Editor, The Rundown

Ad Creative Video Editor - The Rundown

An opportunity to join an exciting, well-funded and fast-growing creator economy business.

Electrify is a dynamic new digital media company that invests in and scales creators with an established YouTube presence. We have invested in various leading channels and [Channel name] is one of the leading channels in our portfolio.

The Rundown is the world’s largest AI community, informing millions of people around the world about everything going on in AI, why it matters, and how you can apply it. Our daily newsletter and social media channel engage with millions each day, and our AI University gets hands-on and educates thousands of members on using AI tools.

Come and build the future of media with us!

About the role

We’re looking for someone sharp, creative, fast-paced, and deeply passionate about performance video to own the editing process for our paid social campaigns from end to end.

This role will focus on turning creative briefs into high-converting video ads for Meta (Facebook and Instagram), while continuously generating new concepts by remixing existing footage and identifying fresh creative angles.

You’ll work closely with our Creative Strategist and Head of Growth, analyze creative performance, and iterate quickly to produce winning ads at scale.

Key Responsibilities

• Cut video ads from brief to launch-ready creative across a range of styles, from lo-fi UGC-style edits to polished high-production ads.

• Develop and ship multiple creative concepts and variations each week, including alternate hooks, CTAs, and length cuts for testing.

• Design and animate motion graphics including callouts, lower thirds, UI mockups, product demos, transitions, and end cards.

• Evaluate the performance of each creative, using feedback and campaign insights to improve future edits and identify winning trends.

• Work with other teams to ensure creative concepts are executed successfully and aligned with campaign goals.

• In addition to your day-to-day responsibilities, you’ll think about our creative strategy, explore new editing approaches, and constantly look for opportunities to improve performance. And since we’re a small team, you may have to get your hands dirty to ensure ideas are executed on.

Skills and experience

• 3+ years of professional video editing experience, ideally focused on direct response, paid social, or performance marketing creative.

• Proven track record of creating short-form vertical video ads for platforms such as Meta (Facebook and Instagram), with a portfolio demonstrating strong creative execution.

• Strong proficiency in Adobe Premiere Pro and After Effects, with experience creating motion graphics, compositing, and polished video assets.

• Understands direct response creative principles, including hook construction, pacing, retention, caption design, visual storytelling, objection handling, and CTA optimization.

• Thrives in a fast-paced, remote-first environment and is curious about leveraging AI tools to streamline creative workflows.

• Is highly organized, able to manage multiple creative projects simultaneously, and maintains well-structured project files and asset libraries.

• Able to commit full-time and has an "all-in" mentality.

Bonus: You read The Rundown and are passionate about newsletters.

Electrify Culture

• Dynamic environment - We are dedicated to providing a world-class creative culture where our employees can thrive. We’re looking for self-starters with an entrepreneurial mindset who want to be part of our success story. You’ll discover new opportunities, take ownership of important initiatives and learn at a fast pace.

• Work anywhere - We are a remote team with employees around the world. This means you are free to work from anywhere with a good internet connection.

• Our Values – We are committed to fostering a culture that values innovative, diverse ways of thinking and the ability to drive positive change. DEI is in our DNA, and our DEI Committee and Social Hub initiatives reflect this commitment.

• Force for good -We believe in unlocking the power of Electrify to tell stories that change lives. Digital media has the opportunity to propagate inspiring ideas and knowledge that can generate extraordinary change.Electrify Impactprovides initiatives and resources to support emerging creators and positive impact organisations amplify their voice. In support ofthe United Nations 17 sustainable development goals (SDGs), we actively encourage support on our mission to make the world a better place for all.

What we offer

• Be a key part of a leading global AI media company, shaping the creative that powers one of the fastest-growing AI media brands and reaching millions of professionals around the world.

• A (very) fast-paced work environment surrounded by a team that’s equal parts ambitious, supportive, and fun.

• Free access to The Rundown AI University and several AI tools.

• Substantial growth opportunities in the role and within the company.

• Competitive compensation, flexible hours, anywhere on Earth.

Electrify is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive, innovative environment with the best employees. We provide employment opportunities without regard to age, race, colour, ancestry, national origin, religion, disability, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law.

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