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Scroll Stoppers

Short-Form Video Editor

Sacramento, CA · Remote

$65K - $85K/yr

Short-Form Video Editor (Performance Marketing) Role Overview: We're looking for a high-performance video editor who understands how to create engaging, scroll-stopping content designed to drive ...

DreamThree, Inc

Short Form Video Editor

New York, NY · On-site

ROLE OVERVIEW We're looking for a Short Form Video Editor who lives and breathes vertical video to ... Senior Editors: On occasion, we hire senior-level editors at higher rates. If you feel this ...

Dream Three

Short Form Video Editor

New York, NY · Remote

ROLE OVERVIEW We're looking for a Short Form Video Editor who lives and breathes vertical video to ... Senior Editors: On occasion, we hire senior-level editors at higher rates. If you feel this ...

Snowball

Short-Form Video Editor - PrayerSong

$8K - $10K/mo

Short-Form Video Editor - PrayerSong Contract | $8K-$10K/month | US Remote | 6-12 months Snowball is seeking a Short-Form Video Editor to craft emotionally powerful vertical video content for ...

LB Capital

Short-form Video Editor

Blue Bell, PA · On-site

LB Capital is hiring a high-level Short-Form Video Editor who understands that content isn't just about looking good, it's about driving results . We're looking for someone who can consistently ...

LB Capital

Short-form Video Editor

Blue Bell, PA · On-site

LB Capital is hiring a high-level Short-Form Video Editor who understands that content isn't just about looking good, it's about driving results . We're looking for someone who can consistently ...

Contrarian Thinking

Short Form Editor

Austin, TX · Remote

$1 - $1.70/mo

We're looking for a short-form video editor with experience editing viral content.This job is to edit short form content for Codie Sanchez youtube channel We need someone able to edit like this ...

Contrarian Thinking LLC

Short Form Editor

Austin, TX · On-site +1

$1K - $1.70K/wk

We're looking for a short-form video editor with experience editing viral content.This job is to edit short form content for Codie Sanchez youtube channel We need someone able to edit like this ...

Contrarian Thinking

Short Form Editor (Remote)

Austin, TX · Remote

$1K - $1.70K/yr

We're looking for a short-form video editor with experience editing viral content. This job is to edit short form content for Codie Sanchez youtube channel We need someone able to edit like this ...

The Global Talent Co

Video Editor

Produce and edit long-form video podcast episodes and transform them into engaging short-form clips for social media. * Lead end-to-end video production including planning, editing, post-production ...

VASL

Video Editor (Remote)

San Francisco, CA · Remote

Video Editor Hours: 80 hours/month (Part-time) Working Hours: 8 AM - 12 PM Pacific Time (Fixed) We ... Key Responsibilities Edit and produce short-form video content for: * TikTok * Instagram Reels

Hearst

Short-form Video Producer

Dallas, TX · Hybrid

Identify video opportunities and work with editors and reporters to meet monthly goals and ... short-form videos. Other qualifications: Bachelor's degree in journalism or a related field ...

Hearst Newspapers

Short-form Video Producer

Dallas, TX · On-site

Short-form video producer, The Dallas Morning News Reach new audiences and deliver award-winning ... You'll work with Audience Team editors to understand priorities and workflows, and collaborate ...

VASL

Video Editor (Remote)

San Francisco, CA · On-site +1

Video Editor Hours: 80 hours/month (Part-time) Working Hours: 8 AM - 12 PM Pacific Time (Fixed) We ... Key Responsibilities Edit and produce short-form video content for: * TikTok * Instagram Reels

Hearst

Short-form Video Producer

Dallas, TX · Hybrid

Identify video opportunities and work with editors and reporters to meet monthly goals and ... short-form videos. Other qualifications: Bachelor's degree in journalism or a related field ...

Hearst

Short-form Video Producer

Dallas, TX · On-site

Short-form video producer, The Dallas Morning News Reach new audiences and deliver award-winning ... You'll work with Audience Team editors to understand priorities and workflows, and collaborate ...

Hearst

Short-form Video Producer

Dallas, TX · Hybrid

Identify video opportunities and work with editors and reporters to meet monthly goals and ... short-form videos. Other qualifications: Bachelor's degree in journalism or a related field ...

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As of May 31, 2026, the average yearly pay for senior short form video editor in the United States is $83,110.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $65,000.00 and $104,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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AspectSenior Short Form Video EditorVideo Content Producer
Primary RoleEditing short-form videos for social media and digital platformsPlanning, creating, and managing video content from concept to distribution
Skills & CredentialsProficiency in editing software, storytelling, and visual effectsProject management, content strategy, and production skills
Work EnvironmentEditing suites, remote or in-houseProduction teams, agencies, or in-house media departments
Industry UsageMedia, advertising, social media marketingMedia, marketing, corporate communications

The Senior Short Form Video Editor specializes in editing short videos, focusing on visual storytelling and post-production. In contrast, a Video Content Producer oversees the entire content creation process, including planning, filming, and distribution. Both roles require strong video skills, but the producer's role is broader, involving project management and strategic planning.

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Short-Form Video Editor

Short-Form Video Editor

Scroll Stoppers

Sacramento, CA • Remote

$65K - $85K/yr

Contractor

Posted 11 days ago

Job description

Job Title: Short-Form Video Editor (Performance Marketing)

Role Overview:
We’re looking for a high-performance video editor who understands how to create engaging, scroll-stopping content designed to drive results, not just look good. This role focuses on editing short-form videos for paid ads and organic social, with a strong emphasis on retention, pacing, and conversion-driven storytelling.

Employment Type:
This role starts as a contractor position, paid on a per-video or per-project basis. Workload is flexible based on performance and output. There is a strong opportunity to transition into a full-time role within 30 to 60 days. Top performers who demonstrate speed, quality, and reliability will be prioritized for consistent work, increased compensation, and potential full-time employment. Full training will be provided.

Responsibilities:
Edit short-form videos for ads and social media (60 to 120 seconds)
Create multiple variations of each video with different hooks and pacing
Cut for retention by eliminating dead space and maintaining constant engagement
Add captions, sound effects, music, ai b-roll and light motion graphics
Incorporate B-roll and visual elements to reinforce key messaging
Follow proven frameworks for high-performing ad creatives
Work efficiently to meet daily output targets

Requirements:
Strong understanding of how to hook attention within the first 1 to 3 seconds
Ability to maintain high retention throughout the video
Understanding of the difference between aesthetic editing and performance editing
Basic understanding of direct response marketing principles
Experience editing for mobile-first formats, especially vertical 9:16 content

Tools:
Proficiency in Adobe Premiere Pro, CapCut, and Canva is required

Preferred Qualifications:
Familiarity with A/B testing creative variations
Understanding of hooks, calls to action, and sales messaging
Basic skills in color grading and sound design

Sales experience is a plus.

What Success Looks Like:
Consistently producing videos that capture and hold attention
Fast turnaround times without sacrificing quality
Reliable output of multiple variations per video

Company Description

Scroll Stoppers is a performance-driven marketing company that helps businesses generate leads and customers through high-converting short-form video content, targeted distribution, and proprietary technology that streamlines content creation at scale.