Summary: As Lead Video Editor, you'll own the creation and evolution of high-performing video content across organic and paid channels, transforming raw footage into engaging, conversion-driven videos. Highlights: 1. Own creation and evolution of high-performing video content 2. Shape and scale the internal media function 3. Opportunity for leadership as the team grows **About So Shall We:** ---------------------- We partner with mid‑market owners and executives in the US to drive bottom‑line growth with mutual upside. A rare combination of consulting, full\-stack execution, and aligned incentives to eliminate what is wrong with the agency model. We are what remains. We make growth feel easy. Because your growth is our business. **Your Mission** ---------------- As our **Lead Video Editor**, you’ll own the creation and evolution of high\-performing video content across organic and paid channels. You’ll be responsible for transforming raw footage into clear, engaging, and conversion\-driven videos—balancing storytelling, pacing, and performance insights to drive real results. You’ll work closely with Growth, Creative, and Brand teams to define and scale So Shall We’s visual identity, while continuously improving output quality, speed, and consistency through systems and AI\-driven workflows. **What You’ll Do** ------------------ * Edit and deliver **short\-form video content (2–3 per day)** across platforms like TikTok, Instagram Reels, and YouTube Shorts. * Produce **long\-form content (1–2 per week)** for YouTube, podcasts, or other brand and client assets. * Translate briefs, creative direction, and performance inputs into clear, engaging video edits. * Apply editing techniques that improve retention, pacing, clarity, and storytelling. * Collaborate closely with Growth and Creative teams to align content with campaign objectives and hooks. * Select and integrate music, b\-roll, and visual elements that enhance narrative and brand identity. * Use AI tools and automation to improve editing efficiency, output, and consistency. * Analyze performance data and feedback to iterate on structure, pacing, and creative direction. * Contribute to and help define internal editing systems, templates, and best practices. * Provide guidance and feedback to junior editors as the team grows. * Stay up to date with trends, platform dynamics, and content formats to ensure relevance. **Who You Are** --------------- * 3\+ years of experience editing video content for social media, digital marketing, or content platforms. * Strong experience in both **short\-form and long\-form editing**. * Advanced proficiency in tools like Premiere Pro, Final Cut, DaVinci Resolve, After Effects, or similar. * Strong understanding of **pacing, storytelling, and retention mechanics** in high\-performing content. * Experience working with performance\-driven content (organic or paid). * Familiarity with AI\-based editing tools or strong willingness to adopt them. * Strong sense of visual taste, trends, and platform\-native content styles. * Comfortable working in a fast\-paced, feedback\-driven environment. * Able to explain creative decisions clearly and collaborate cross\-functionally. * Good English communication skills (written and spoken). **Why So Shall We?** -------------------- * Great salary (base salary \+ performance\-based incentives). * Work directly with leadership on high\-impact content and brand initiatives. * Be part of a team that values quality, speed, and continuous improvement. * Opportunity to shape and scale the internal media function. * Clear path toward leadership as the team grows. * Unlimited PTO.