Paxton Marketing - Freelance Video Editor (Automotive Advertising)

Video Editor is needed in United States.

Client: Paxton Marketing

Location: Remote

Contract: Contract, Freelance

Job Description

Paxton Marketing is a fast-growing automotive marketing agency specializing in high-converting ad campaigns for dealerships nationwide. We are looking for a mid to advanced-level video editor who understands direct-response advertising and can produce content that drives leads and sales, not just “good-looking videos.” This is a project-based role with consistent monthly volume for the right candidate. Note that this is not a beginner role; applicants must have experience editing paid advertising content that drives measurable results.

Requirements

• Proficient in Adobe Premiere Pro
• Experience with automotive advertising or dealership marketing preferred
• Strong understanding of Meta, YouTube, and OTT ad specifications
• Ability to handle multiple projects and fast turnaround times
• Proven portfolio of direct-response or ad-focused video work
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow creative direction

Responsibilities

• Edit short-form social content (Reels, Facebook, TikTok)
• Edit long-form OTT / streaming ads
• Produce YouTube pre-roll and in-stream ads
• Deliver content in portrait and landscape formats
• Work from provided footage, scripts, and creative briefs
• Apply direct-response editing styles (strong hooks, pacing, CTAs)
• Incorporate text overlays and light graphics (graphic design a plus)

Compensation (Per Project)

• Short-form videos (15–60 sec): $75 – $150 per video
• Long-form ads (OTT / YouTube): $250 – $600 per project
• Additional bonuses available for high-performing creatives

Rates based on experience, speed, and quality. Consistent monthly volume available for top performers.

Engagement Details

• 1099 Independent Contractor
• Flexible workload based on active campaigns
• Paid test project required before ongoing work is assigned

How to Apply (READ CAREFULLY)

To be considered, you must:

• Submit a portfolio of relevant video work (automotive or direct-response preferred)
• Include examples of ads you’ve edited (not just cinematic content)
• Confirm your typical turnaround time for both short-form and long-form edits
• List your editing software and setup

Pay and Benefits

Pay: $25.00 - $50.00 per hour

• Flexible schedule

Application Questions

• How many short-form videos (15–60 sec) can you realistically complete per week while maintaining quality?
• What software do you use for editing, and how do you handle revisions and feedback?
• What makes a video ad convert? Briefly explain how you approach hooks, pacing, and call-to-action.

Experience

• professional video editing: 3 years (Required)

Work Location

Remote