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Social Media Content Editor (video editing)

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Social Media Content Editor

Company Overview

We are a performance-driven digital marketing agency that combines paid media expertise with CRM automation to help service-based businesses scale. The team focuses on measurable, ROI-first campaigns across Meta and Google while building robust funnel and automation architectures inside GoHighLevel (GHL) to turn traffic into qualified leads and booked appointments. The culture is fast-paced, collaborative, and results-oriented, emphasizing technical skill, clear reporting, and continuous optimization.

Mission

We are looking for a Social Media Content Editor who plays a critical role in transforming raw content into polished, platform-ready assets that drive engagement and performance. You will work closely with the Crew Chief and content team to ensure every piece of content is edited, optimized, and packaged effectively for social media. Success in this role requires strong storytelling instincts, attention to detail, and a deep understanding of what performs across modern social platforms. You will bridge the gap between content creation and content performance by Turning raw footage into engaging short-form and long-form content, Refining content for clarity, pacing, retention, and platform fit, Ensuring every asset meets brand and quality standards before publication and Supporting the content team with creative execution and optimization

Key Responsibilities

  • Content Editing & Production
    • ​Work closely with the Crew Chief and content team to execute and refine content strategy.
    • ​Edit short-form and long-form social media content for multiple client accounts, transforming raw footage into polished, engaging assets.
    • ​Create platform-specific content variations tailored for Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, LinkedIn, Facebook, and other channels.
    • ​Incorporate captions, subtitles, graphics, motion elements, and supporting assets to maximize clarity, pacing, and retention.
  • Content Packaging & Optimization
    • ​Craft compelling hooks, titles, and opening sequences designed to improve viewer retention.
    • ​Select and implement effective visual elements, text overlays, thumbnails, and pacing techniques.
    • ​Prepare and review captions, hashtags, and overall post formatting to ensure assets are fully optimized before publishing.
    • ​Maintain organized content calendars, editing pipelines, and publishing records.
  • Quality Control & Brand Consistency
    • ​Maintain a high standard of quality, professionalism, visual consistency, and strict attention to detail across all client deliverables.
    • ​Ensure all content aligns perfectly with client brand guidelines, voice, tone, and messaging.
    • ​Review assets thoroughly for accuracy in links, tags, formatting, and overall execution before final approval.
    • ​Communicate proactively regarding project status, timelines, and technical challenges to maintain smooth account operations.
  • Content Performance Support
    • ​Collaborate with the Crew Chief to track post performance, engagement, and audience signals.
    • ​Apply performance data and insights into future edits, continuously improving editing approaches based on audience behavior.
    • ​Stay current on modern platform trends, viral editing styles, and emerging content formats.

Qualifications

  • Years of Experience: 2–4 years in social media video editing, content production, content coordination, or similar digital marketing roles.
  • CRM Tool: GoHighLevel (preferred).
  • Softwares: Professional video editing software (e.g., CapCut, Adobe Premiere Pro), social media publishing tools, GoHighLevel, Google Workspace, project management tools, Canva or similar design support tools, Meta and Google platforms.
  • Industry Knowledge Required: Digital marketing, short and long-form video editing workflows, audience retention strategies, social media publishing, and understanding of service-based business audiences.
  • Specific Gender: Not specified.

Skills & Competencies

  • Strong experience editing content specifically for social media platforms, content publishing, or digital content coordination.
  • ​Deep understanding of short-form content trends, pacing, and audience retention techniques.
  • ​Familiarity with modern video editing workflows, content production processes, and management of multiple project deadlines.
  • ​Strong attention to detail with a high standard for quality control, asset formatting, and brand consistency.
  • ​Excellent written and visual communication skills, with a collaborative and proactive mindset.
  • ​A strong portfolio demonstrating previous social media content editing work.

Tech Requirements 

Computer

  • Modern computer (no more than 4–5 years old) capable of running current versions of professional editing software.
  • Processor: Apple M1/M2/M3 (or newer) or Intel Core i7 / AMD Ryzen 7 (or better).
  • Memory (RAM): Minimum 16 GB (32 GB recommended). While RAM is important, it is not the primary limiting factor for our workflow.
  • Storage: Minimum 1 TB SSD of available fast storage or a dedicated 1 TB+ external SSD (e.g., Samsung T7, SanDisk Extreme, Crucial X9/X10). Sufficient free storage must always be available to download, edit, and export large video projects.

Internet

  • Reliable high-speed internet with ability to upload and download large media files without interruption.
  • If home internet becomes unavailable, the editor must have a reliable backup plan (e.g., coworking space, mobile data or other location with stable high-speed internet) to avoid project delays.

Position Description

  • Working Hours: 8 hours per day, from 3:00 PM to 11:00 PM Beirut Time
  • Working Days: 5 days a week
  • Days Off: Saturday and Sunday
  • Work Location: Fully-remote, you can work from anywhere
  • PTO (Paid Time Off): You may request time off at any time with advanced notice. Typically, this includes 2–3 weeks annually, in addition to Lebanese national holidays of approximately 14 days per year, which are non-consecutive.
  • Salary Range: $1,500 – 2,000