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Lead Editor

Tubescience52 · Los Angeles, CA, USA ·

Pay:
$85,000-$105,000/yr
Job type:
Full Time

About TubeScience

Founded in 2016, TubeScience stands at the forefront of revolutionizing video marketing with a dual mission: to create the world's most effective ads and to produce them in unparalleled volumes. Specializing in data‑driven video content tailored for social media platforms, TubeScience harnesses advanced analytics and rigorous testing methodologies to understand audience engagement and response, aiming to maximize the effectiveness of their clients' advertising campaigns. By focusing on rapid experimentation and iteration, we help brands quickly find the most compelling messaging and creative concepts that resonate with their target demographics. Our services are pure pay‑for‑performance basis which means our clients only pay us if our videos outperform anything they’re running internally. Our clients are among the largest advertisers on FB and Instagram, across a wide range of verticals (incl. fashion, beauty, food, fitness apps, healthcare apps, financial services), giving us unique visibility into what drives success at scale. We focus on profitable growth with clients and grow their investment by 80% on average. Learn more at www.TubeScience.com.
Key Responsibilities

Creative Leadership

Establish creative standards through hands‑on leadership and visual direction for your pod
Provide actionable feedback that elevates edit quality and drives measurable performance results
Ensure editors thoroughly review their work for both creative excellence and technical accuracy
Personally edit high‑priority campaigns to establish quality benchmarks for the team
Identify and implement successful visual techniques based on performance data
Team Excellence

Make well‑informed decisions about team composition to maintain high performance standards
Provide focused, efficient feedback that prioritizes immediate improvement over prolonged training
Evaluate editor performance using productivity metrics and ROI analysis
Identify necessary skills and resources required for current and upcoming client projects
Asset Management

Partner with Production to ensure footage meets quality standards and brand & legal compliance
Review new footage promptly and provide specific, constructive feedback
Curate strong footage selects to maximize creative possibilities for your editing team
Build and maintain organized asset libraries through strategic delegation
Develop innovative approaches to repurpose existing assets for maximum impact
Strategic Collaboration

Align with Production and Strategy on quality standards and client visual requirements
Share insights during pod meetings that connect editing approaches to performance results
Facilitate knowledge‑sharing within your editing team to elevate overall capabilities
Implement emerging technologies and AI tools to enhance creative capabilities through strategic delegation
Process Innovation

Identify and implement opportunities to improve editing workflows and quality standards
Research and delegate exploration of new tools and techniques that could benefit the team
Balance operational efficiency with creative excellence in all processes
Actively contribute to testing and developing new methodologies and resources
Escalate recurring challenges to management with proposed solutions
Requirements

Essential Qualifications

3+ years of professional video editing experience with at least 1 year in a senior or leadership role
Previous experience at a performance marketing agency, creative agency, or in‑house creative team
Proven ability to provide insightful, actionable creative direction and feedback
Expert‑level proficiency in Premiere Pro and Adobe Creative Suite
Solid knowledge of motion graphics and After Effects
Strong understanding of performance marketing principles and social platform requirements
Portfolio demonstrating versatility in style, pacing, and visual storytelling
Exceptional communication skills with ability to articulate creative decisions clearly
Demonstrated organizational skills and ability to thrive in a fast‑paced environment
Preferred Qualifications

Previous management experience leading a team of video editors
Experience in performance marketing or data‑informed creative development
Working knowledge of emerging AI tools in post‑production workflows
Familiarity with AI technologies for video editing and content creation
Experience collaborating with strategy teams on concept development
Demonstrated success in process improvement initiatives
Experience with asset management systems and footage organization
Bachelor's degree in Film, Video Production, Digital Media, or related field
Location:

Los Angeles, CA (On‑Site)
Compensation:

TubeScience provides the wage ranges it reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for all remote roles and as otherwise required by applicable law. The expected range of starting pay for this role is $85,000 – $105,000 annually. Actual compensation may vary within the listed range based on a wide array of factors including but not limited to skill set, experience, and specific geographic location.
TubeScience offers a competitive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, short & long‑term disability, life insurance/AD&D and 401k matching. We offer paid sick days, flexible PTO, company holidays, and paid parental leave.
Benefits

100% Employee Covered Medical, Dental Insurance
Unlimited PTO
Paid Sick Leave
401k + Matching
$500/yr for Education and Trainings
Remote Flexibility (Monthly Remote Work Stipend)
100% Paid Parental Leave up to 12 weeks for new parents
Creative Working Environment
Personal Coaching
TubeScience is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We consider all qualified applicants for employment regardless of race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, childbirth and breastfeeding, age, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, or any other protected classification, in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please feel free to contact us at peopleteam@tubescience.com.

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