Position: video editor – brand & performance content
type of contract: independent contractor
schedule: full-time, timezone-shifted support for cst (within 2 hours preferred)
location: remote 🌎 – work around the world
about the company
poncho is a performance apparel brand built for adventure and everyday life. From fishing trips and hikes to city commutes, its products combine utility and comfort with rugged design. The brand is expanding its creative team to elevate storytelling and drive engagement across digital platforms.
scope of the role
we’re looking for a video editor to transform raw footage into polished, engaging content that brings poncho’s products and brand to life. You’ll craft edits for tiktok, instagram reels, youtube, and e-commerce—balancing lifestyle appeal with performance messaging. This role is central to how poncho connects with outdoor enthusiasts and everyday consumers through video content that inspires and converts.
requirements
key responsibilities
* edit short-form content (tiktok, instagram reels, meta ads) tailored to each platform
* produce longer-form videos (brand stories, youtube, landing pages) that highlight lifestyle and product features
* add motion graphics, captions, sound design, and enhancements to maximize engagement
* collaborate with creative strategists, designers, and copywriters to align with campaign goals
* repurpose and optimize assets for different formats and platforms
* stay current with social media trends and apply them to editing styles
* manage multiple projects and deliver high-quality work under tight timelines
requirements
* strong portfolio/reel showcasing editing skills, ideally with outdoor, lifestyle, or apparel brands
* proficiency in adobe premiere pro, after effects, or equivalent tools
* deep understanding of pacing, rhythm, and visual storytelling
* experience editing for tiktok, meta, youtube, and e-commerce platforms
* ability to work independently and take initiative in a remote team
* comfortable experimenting with new editing techniques and formats
preferred qualifications
* skills in color correction, motion design, or sound mixing
* familiarity with performance marketing and conversion-driven content
* experience adapting content for multiple audiences and channels
* interest in outdoor lifestyle and product innovation