Video Editor, Social (Remote)

Mirage is an AI-native video platform that intelligently orchestrates production and editing through natural language. Our models leverage contextual awareness to execute the same creative decisions a professional editor would — dramatically improving productivity for experienced teams, while making video creation accessible to anyone.

We’re an interdisciplinary team addressing some of the most difficult technical and creative challenges in generative media. As an early member of our team, you’ll tackle foundational problems that remain largely unsolved across the industry, driving an outsized impact on the future of creative expression.

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We’re very fortunate to have some the best investors and entrepreneurs backing us, including Index Ventures, Kleiner Perkins, Sequoia Capital, Andreessen Horowitz, General Catalyst, Uncommon Projects, Kevin Systrom, Mike Krieger, Lenny Rachitsky, Antoine Martin, Julie Zhuo, Ben Rubin, Jaren Glover, SVAngel, 20VC, Ludlow Ventures, Chapter One, and more.

Please note that all of our roles will require you to be in-person at our NYC HQ (located in Union Square)

Description

We are hiring a talented and experienced Video Editor to create high-performing video content across our social platforms and paid channels. This role will primarily focus on producing performance marketing ad creative—direct-response video ads designed to drive acquisition and conversion—alongside brand awareness content and support for key moments like product launches. You’ll work across both short-form (TikTok, Reels, Shorts) and long-form content (YouTube, LinkedIn), playing a pivotal role in shaping our visual storytelling and ensuring every piece of content is optimized for engagement, impact, and results.

Our ideal candidate is an expert in pacing, format, and sound design, with a keen eye for detail and a strong understanding of what makes people stop scrolling and take action. You have experience sourcing footage/images, vetting music, and integrating motion graphics to create compelling narratives. You thrive in a fast-paced, creative environment, are deeply attuned to internet culture and social media trends, and understand how creative choices directly impact ad performance metrics.

Responsibilities

• Performance Ad Creative: Edit and produce high-converting video ads for paid social channels, iterating on creative based on performance data and testing frameworks

• Video Editing & Post-Production: Edit and produce high-quality video content for multiple platforms, ensuring alignment with brand guidelines and engagement objectives

• Short-Form & Long-Form Content: Adapt content across different platforms, tailoring the style, pacing, and format for TikTok, Reels, Shorts, YouTube, and LinkedIn

• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with creative strategists, performance marketers, designers, and content teams to ensure video content aligns with campaign objectives and drives measurable results

• Brand & Product Launch Support: Contribute to high-impact brand moments and product launches with polished, on-brand video content

• Asset Management: Organize and maintain video assets, project files, and templates for efficient workflow and team collaboration

• Music & Sound Design: Select and integrate music, sound effects, and voiceovers to enhance storytelling and emotional impact

• Trend & Industry Monitoring: Stay ahead of trends in video editing, social media, ad creative best practices, and the creator economy to in