AI Performance Video Editor

YAMU Media is looking for AI Performance Video Editors (1 to 2 positions) to join our team. This role is open to candidates worldwide — onshore and offshore. Please see our job description below and follow the application instructions if interested. Job Title: AI Performance Video Editor Job Overview: This is not a general video editing role. We are looking for editors who specialize in one thing: making ads that perform. The right person has a deep, working understanding of what keeps a viewer watching and what loses them. You know that every editing decision — the hook, the cut, the caption placement, the re-hook at the 8-second mark — either earns the viewer's attention or costs it. You have built a large library of winning ads to prove it, and you use AI tools as a core part of how you work, not as an add-on. You will work directly with paid media strategists to produce creative that is tested in live Meta campaigns. Your output is measured by hold rate, completion rate, and conversions — not by how polished the edit looks. Key Responsibilities: Edit high-performing video ads for Meta, TikTok, and other performance channels, with Meta as the primary focus Build hooks that stop the scroll in the first two seconds — this is the single most important edit decision in every video Structure videos for maximum hold rate: know when to cut, when to hold, and how to re-hook viewers at drop-off points before they leave Apply pattern interrupts strategically throughout the video to maintain attention through the full runtime Execute caption styling that reinforces retention — placement, timing, font weight, and emphasis are all editorial decisions Manage pacing per platform and per objective — a top-of-funnel awareness video is edited differently than a retargeting ad for cart abandoners Work inside AI-driven workflows to accelerate production without sacrificing quality — you are expected to be faster and better because of the tools you use, not in spite of them Build multiple creative variations per asset to support structured testing — hook variations, CTA variations, pacing variations Review ad performance data alongside paid media strategists and use hold rate and drop-off data to inform the next edit Maintain an organized library of winning ads, categorized by hook type, format, and performance outcome Must Understand: Hooks: what visually and audibly stops a scroll in the first two seconds, and why some hooks hold and others lose the viewer immediately Hold rate: how editing decisions affect how long a viewer stays — cuts, pacing, music, caption timing, and delivery all change the curve Retention: how to structure a video so the viewer is more likely to stay through to the CTA, not just the first five seconds Pacing: how to calibrate the speed of an edit to the platform, the audience, and the objective — fast is not always better Captions: how caption design and timing affects both accessibility and retention, and why caption styling is an editorial decision, not a formatting task Pattern interrupts: how to use visual and auditory changes to recapture a viewer's attention when drop-off typically occurs Re-hooks: how to rebuild curiosity or narrative tension mid-video to bring back viewers who are about to leave AI tools in the creative workflow: which tools accelerate editing, asset generation, and iteration — and how to build a workflow around them that produces more without producing wors Requirements: Minimum 3 years of video editing experience with a primary focus on paid advertising, not general content creation Extensive Meta ads editing experience — you have edited a significant volume of ads that ran in live campaigns, and you know what Meta-specific performance editing looks like Heavy AI workflow experience — you use AI tools actively and specifically in your editing process; naming tools and use cases is required in the application Expert-level understanding of hooks, hold rate, retention, pacing, captions, pattern interrupts, and re-hooks — these will be tested with a portfolio review before any interview Large portfolio of winning ads with performance data required — applications without a portfolio will not be considered Portfolio must be submitted before the first interview; no exceptions Proficiency in DaVinci Resolve, CapCut, or Premiere Pro — at least two of the three Proven experience working with high-growth ecommerce brands in a performance advertising context Revenue metrics and measurable business outcomes required from the portfolio — show what the ads did, not just what they looked like Strong communication skills — you are collaborating with strategists and UGC teams, not working in isolation Ability to manage multiple simultaneous edits under tight turnaround without dropping quality Existing network of creative specialists — editors, motion designers, or AI tool experts — that you can refer or introduce Your Attributes You take extreme ownership with your work and see tasks and projects through to completion by any means necessary without excuses Unique thinker and collaborator who can engage others Customer-driven mindset: you strive to see everything through the lens of our client's target customers to inform strategy Sales-driven mindset: you strive to see everything through the lens of our client's sales teams and support them by driving marketing or sales qualified leads Entrepreneurial instincts: you are a proactive self-starter with a solution-oriented attitude Insatiable drive to succeed Solicits and welcomes feedback Highly adaptable; welcomes change and can thrive in a high-growth start-up environment Bonus Skills: Familiarity with hook testing methodology and how to structure creative variations to isolate what is causing performance differences Motion graphics capability — can add text animations, graphic overlays, or simple motion elements without needing a separate motion designer Experience with YouTube long-form ads or VSLs edited for retention, not just engagement We Offer you: Fully Remote work Become part of a team of smart, open-minded people with individual qualities You'll be a part of a rapidly growing company, with plentiful opportunities to grow into leadership roles. And you'll face a steep learning curve & daily data science, technological, and business challenges. Work-Life Balance:We understand the importance of balancing work with personal life and offer supportive, flexible work arrangements to help you maintain a healthy work-life balance. Yamu Media provides a start-up environment and culture; fast-paced and agile with quick decision-making. It's an honest and open environment where team members at all levels can make a difference and have a say. We believe in life-long learning and supporting the development of our team. We are committed to internal promotions, offering clear pathways for advancements as your skills are developed and experience is gained. Salary: Negotiable based on experience, with a 3-month trial period. Salaries at YAMU are uncapped and are periodically reviewed and increased based on performance and market conditions. After six months of employment, you will be eligible for commission , adding an additional layer of financial growth and reward. About YAMU: YAMU Media is a US-based demand-generation agency. We work with B2B SaaS companies, ecommerce brands, and local businesses from $1M to $20M ARR. Our services include paid media, SEO, CRO, email marketing, and web development. We are fully remote and operate on EST hours. To learn more about us and our process, please visit this E-Book and our website: yamumedia.com