AI Video Editor / Motion Designer

CapsLock is seeking an AI Video Editor / Motion Designer in Maryland with remote work options. The role centers on creating and refining AI-driven advertising videos to boost conversions across Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, and landing pages, in collaboration with the Creative Director, marketers, and copywriters.

Responsibilities

• Develop AI generated advertising videos for Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, and landing pages to convert cold traffic into warm leads.
• Take video ads from concept through final delivery, covering funnel formats and platform specific needs for YouTube, Facebook, and TikTok.
• Create and refine photorealistic human characters in video with high realism in motion, expressions, and lip synchronization.
• Improve video quality via upscaling, smoothing, and AI post processing.
• Edit and enhance videos with dialogue, graphics, music, sound design, and visual effects while ensuring coherent sequencing and storytelling.
• Deliver polished final cuts optimized for advertising performance goals.
• Craft clear storylines and narrative structures tailored to each platform and audience.
• Prepare shoot guides and gather reference materials when collaborating with videographers.
• Research and propose multiple creative angles, selecting options based on data and research.
• Introduce new creative ideas and test different formats, calls to action, and visual approaches.
• Actively research, test, and integrate new AI tools to improve production workflow and output quality.
• Experiment with AI editing techniques, including avatar generation, voice synthesis, and automated post production.
• Leverage AI tools to streamline content creation and reduce production time without sacrificing quality.
• Analyze video performance metrics and use insights to continuously optimize creative content.
• Run A/B tests on video formats, hooks, CTAs, and creative elements and document results promptly.
• Acquire deep product knowledge and apply it to data driven creative decisions.
• Work closely with the Creative Director, copywriters, marketers, and designers to ensure creative alignment.
• Track and apply the latest video trends, viral formats, and platform specific features.
• Document all tasks clearly in ClickUp per team standards.
• Analyze market and audience data to inform creative decisions and identify areas for improvement.

Requirements

• Experience creating AI generated video from scratch or based on references.
• Ability to produce highly realistic human characters in video; this is a core project requirement.
• Strong skills in improving video quality, including sharpness, smoothness, upscaling, and lip-sync/speech movement synchronization.
• Full post production capabilities including cutting, titling, color correction, After Effects, and sound mixing.
• Collaborate with the Creative Director on iterations and new creative concepts.
• Deep understanding of video editing to speak the language and spot problems early.
• Ability to work from a detailed brief and proactively propose creative solutions.
• 1+ year of experience in video editing, post production, or motion design.
• Advanced proficiency in Adobe Premiere Pro, After Effects, and other desktop editing tools; mobile-only editing is not accepted.
• Hands-on experience with AI video tools such as Veo, Higgsfield, Runway, Kling, HeyGen, or similar.
• Experience with AI image generation tools like Midjourney, Stable Diffusion, or similar.
• Skilled in video rhythm, sound design, transitions, color correction, typography, and visual effects.
• Solid understanding of video formats for YouTube, Instagram, TikTok, and Facebook.
• Comfortable reviewing performance analytics and iterating based on data.
• Upper intermediate English (B2) or higher.
• Curious to explore new tools, formats, and creative approaches.
• Adaptable to shifting priorities and fast paced team dynamics.
• High execution speed without compromising quality.
• Consistent on time delivery and strong attention to deadlines.
• Strong attention to detail, especially with compliance and brand guidelines.
• Critical thinking and problem solving mindset.
• Clear, professional communication and team collaboration skills.
• Initiative to find solutions even when processes are undefined.
• Strong work ethic, self motivation, and drive to exceed expectations.

Technologies

• Adobe Premiere Pro
• After Effects
• Veo
• Higgsfield
• Runway
• Kling
• HeyGen
• Midjourney
• Stable Diffusion
• ClickUp
• Facebook
• Instagram
• TikTok
• YouTube
• Landing pages

Benefits

• Remote Work
• Paid Time Off
• Ongoing Learning
• Home Office
• Physical Well Being
• Unlimited Sick Days
• Medical Coverage
• Co-Working Space
• Fun Stuff

Why CapsLock Deserves Your Attention

We offer fair and competitive pay along with perks that support well being and growth. Highlights include remote work, paid time off for rest and personal time, and ongoing learning opportunities such as workshops, courses, conferences, and certifications. We cover home office setup costs to optimize your workspace, support physical well being with memberships or equipment, and provide medical coverage for you and your family. For those seeking variety, we offer a co working space option and a range of activities and events to foster connection and enjoyment.