Social Media Video Editor Needed

Job ID: 40058308

Budget: $30 – $250 NZD

We are SmartGear NZ, a New Zealand based electronics retailer specialising in pre owned electronics are looking for a skilled social media video editor to turn an existing video and song (provided) into high converting short video ads for social media.
This role is focused on editing and optimisation for engagement, not filming.

What You Will Do
Edit an existing video into short, scroll stopping social media ads
Sync cuts to music beats and moments
Add clear, engaging text overlays and captions
Apply SmartGear NZ branding (logo, colours, fonts)
Optimise videos for Instagram Reels, Facebook, and TikTok
Ensure strong hook within the first 3 seconds

Platforms & Formats
Instagram Reels (9:16)
Facebook Feed / Reels (9:16 and 4:5)
TikTok (9:16)
Video length: 15–30 seconds

Required Skills & Experience
Proven experience editing short form social media ads
Strong video editing skills using Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro, After Effects, or CapCut
Experience with text animation and caption styling
Good understanding of pacing, hooks, and ad style editing
Ability to deliver polished, professional content

Deliverables
1–3 short video ads per project
Social media ready formats
Clean, professional final export
Nice to Have (Not Required)
Experience creating ads for ecommerce or electronics brands
Understanding of Facebook and Instagram ad best practices
Ability to suggest minor creative improvements

Please Include in Your Proposal
Examples of previous social media video ads - MUST HAVE
Editing software you use
Your estimated turnaround time

Budget & Future Work
This project is for an initial test video.
If results are good, there is ongoing work available for SmartGear NZ.