Activate Talent is hiring: Video Editor & Animator in New York

Video Editor & Animator

We're helping our client, a fast-growing premium DTC golf brand, find a Video Editor & Animator to own the execution of high-quality, social-first video content across paid and organic channels.
In this role, you'll transform creative and performance briefs into polished, high-converting video assets — from short-form social content to paid ad variations. You'll play a key role in shaping how the brand is experienced globally, ensuring every edit reflects a premium aesthetic and strong storytelling.
Responsibilities:
Edit high-volume short-form content for TikTok, Instagram Reels, and YouTube Shorts
Translate performance briefs into paid ad creatives (hooks, variations, formats)
Produce multiple variants of video content for testing and optimization
Edit and enhance UGC footage into polished, on-brand content
Make creative decisions on pacing, structure, music, and sound design
Source stock footage, imagery, and audio assets when needed
Create and integrate AI-generated voiceovers
Add motion graphics, captions, and kinetic typography using After Effects
Develop reusable motion templates for recurring content
Apply consistent, premium color grading across all video assets
Manage feedback and revisions via Frame.io
Maintain organized project files and asset libraries
Communicate timelines clearly and proactively flag blockers