Creative Content Editor

CREATIVE CONTENT EDITOR (Short-Form Video)

About FORDIVINE

FORDIVINE is where brand perfectionism ends and elevation begins. We build timeless personal brands that establish influential leaders as Crowned Authority in their space.

At FORDIVINE, we don't just hire for open roles, we hire for impact.If you're exceptional at what you do and align with our core values, Divine Excellence, Graceful Truth, and Unshakeable Character, we want to know you.

We craft visual stories that carry power, elegance, and emotion. Every frame, every cut, every sound is designed to move hearts and transform lives.

If you're a creative storyteller with technical precision and someone who sees editing as art, rhythm, and revelation, this role will feel like home.

Who You Are:

• You know short-form inside and outDeep knowledge of Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube Shorts. What works, what doesn't, and how to stay ahead of trends.
• You've done this beforeProven experience growing social accounts and driving results through content creation.
• You've got an eye for designStrong design skills and attention to detail, especially with graphics.
• You can edit like a proComfortable using video editing tools (Premiere Pro, CapCut, Final Cut, etc.) and image editing tools like Canva or Photoshop.
• You think strategicallyYou're not just creative, you think in systems. You're proactively looking at what's working, and adjust based on what moves the needle.
• You can juggle multiple projectsYou know how to manage timelines, meet deadlines, and still produce great work under pressure.
• You obsess over detailsFrom captions to graphics, you care about getting it right and catching the little things others miss.
• You communicate clearlyWhether you're writing, giving feedback, or sharing a performance update, you're clear and easy to work with.
• You're adaptablePlatforms change fast. You're curious, flexible, and willing to evolve with them.
• You've got experience4+ years creating social media content that performs.
• Bonus: you use AI toolsFamiliar with tools like Runway, Google VEO/Flow, Claude/ChatGPT or similar? It's a plus, not a dealbreaker.

Role

This role is about cinematic clarity and speed that turns raw footage and assets into brand magic.

As the Creative Content Editor, you'll bring our stories to life across multiple brands within the FORDIVINE ecosystem: FORDIVINE, ItsEmily, Heritage Club, The Called & Crowned Show, and select VIP client personal brands.

You'll transform raw footage into 12-15 high-quality short-form videos per week, following pre-approved templates and creative direction from our team. You'll collaborate closely with our Content Producer, Executive Social Manager, and Emily Ford to ensure each video aligns with the visual and emotional language of FORDIVINE and its brands.

This is a fast-moving, high-touch creative partnership designed for someone who thrives in structure yet brings imaginative flair to every edit.

Key Responsibilities

1. Weekly Video Editing & Production

• Edit 12–15 high-quality short-form videos per week for social media, using pre-approved templates/ideas as the base framework. (Ideally 2-3 a day)

• Work within existing brand styles and structures while infusing creative storytelling and rhythm into each edit.

• Own platform strategy (especially Instagram)Plan and execute strategies that boost engagement and growth, with a focus on Instagram.

• Access and manage FORDIVINE's full vault of video footage, pulling clips that best match the story or message.

• For brand-specific templates that require new footage, collaborate with our Content Producer to ensure seamless integration of her captured material.

• Deliver final drafts on schedule, ready for team review and publishing.

2. Collaboration & Workflow Management

• Attend in-person creative meetings and work collaboration 2 days per week at FORDIVINE House for alignment, brainstorming, and review sessions. (Irvine, CA)

• Operate within the team's Asana production board, maintaining up-to-date task progress and deadlines for transparent workflow tracking.

• Submit batches of completed edits weekly for group review with Emily and the creative team.

• Implement revision notes and deliver updated versions within 24 hours of feedback (minor revisions expected).

• Participate in weekly creative syncs to align on upcoming content, new templates, and evolving style direction.

3. Creative Autonomy & Excellence

• Exercise strong storytelling instincts to sequence content for maximum engagement and emotion.

• Pair footage, captions, and music that align with each brand's ethos and message tone.

• Implement modern editing techniques, dynamic pacing, motion graphics, text animations, and transitions that elevate brand storytelling.

• Proactively offer creative suggestions and trend insights that can strengthen future edits while keeping brand alignment intact.

The Results You Bring:

• Content runway & outputMaintain a consistent content runway for Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube Shorts.
• Keep our content buckets dynamicMaintain a clear mix of content types: educational, inspirational, and trend-based, so we never run dry or go off-brand.
• Make sure we stay on-brandEnsure every asset feels aligned with the look, tone, and quality of FORDIVINE and its brands.
• Balance value and viralityHelp us combine meaningful messages with attention-grabbing trends, humor, or memes without losing substance.
• Respect the calendarHelp the team meet all posting deadlines so nothing falls through the cracks.

Requirements

• 4+ years of professional video editing experience, ideally in digital media, brand storytelling, or social-first environments.

• Proficiency in Adobe Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro, or DaVinci Resolve (Premiere preferred).

• Strong understanding of short-form content for platforms like Instagram Reels, TikTok, and YouTube Shorts.

• Ability to match pacing, tone, and emotion to each brand's voice and vision.

• Familiarity with captioning, motion graphics, and sound design for social formats.

• Excellent organization and workflow management within tools like Asana and Slack.

• Strong communication skills, positive attitude, and ability to collaborate fluidly with creative leads.

• Local to Southern California with ability to work in-person at FORDIVINE House (Irvine, CA) 2 days per week.

• Deep alignment with FORDIVINE's visual ethos and values: Divine Excellence, Graceful Truth, Unshakeable Character.

Who This Role is NOT For

• Those who treat editing as transactional instead of transformational.

• Editors who require constant creative direction or struggle to self-manage.

• Anyone who misses deadlines or takes feedback personally.

• People who prefer freelance flexibility without consistent accountability.

• Those who cannot handle multiple brand aesthetics simultaneously.

• Individuals who don't value faith-driven, high-performance culture or creative precision.

Location & Schedule:

• Hybrid: 2 days per week in-person at FORDIVINE House (Irvine, CA).

• Remote work permitted the remainder of the week.

• Must be available for real-time communication and revisions during normal business hours (PST).

Compensation:

• $4,000/month retainer, paid bi-weekly.

• Independent Contractor Role.

• Opportunity to grow into a larger retainer/role as trust is built and content made wow's the team.

Benefits:

• 5 star luxury office space
• Full gym and fitness area for team to use at the office
• 24/7 security office building, parking, and outdoor facilities

How to Apply

If this role feels aligned and your work reflects the creative standard we uphold at FORDIVINE, we'd love to see your craft in motion.

Step 1 – Submit Your Portfolio Send an email to with:

• Subject line: Creative Content Editor – [Your Name]

• A short introduction (3–4 sentences) on who you are and why this opportunity resonates with you.

• Links to your most relevant video editing work (social content, short-form reels, storytelling edits, etc.).

Step 2 – Test Trial (Required) If your portfolio aligns with our creative direction, you'll be invited to complete a paid test trial. We'll send you:

• 3 different FORDIVINE editing templates to follow

• A curated file of raw footage to pull from

• Creative direction for how to piece together a brand-aligned short-form video

The purpose of this trial is to assess your editing style, eye for detail, and ability to execute within our brand ethos while maintaining creative flow.

Step 3 – Review & Next Steps Our team will review your submission, provide feedback, and if it's the right fit, move forward with hiring and onboarding.

Company's Core Values

Our core values are the heart and soul of everything we do and create. The right person for this role will appreciate each of these values, personally subscribe to them, and understand why each is critical to having great business creating transformational impact in people's lives.

Divine Excellence

We operate with an urgency that this mission MATTERS. Nothing we create, deliver, or steward is done halfway. Whether it's a brand strategy, a client experience, team discussions, or a conversation, we bring excellence because it reflects the One we represent. We build brands that transcend trends, and our own standard mirrors that timeless quality.

Graceful Truth

We speak truth with love and courage, even when it's uncomfortable. Transformation demands honesty. We lead with candor, clarity, and compassion that creates space for our clients and team to rise higher without compromise.

Unshakable Character

Who we are behind closed doors matches who we are in the spotlight. We live with integrity, humility, and alignment between our words and actions. There is absolutely no tolerance for gossip in our culture. Trust is our currency, and we protect it at all costs.

Job Types: Part-time, Contract

Pay: From $4,000.00 per month

Expected hours: 20 – 35 per week

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule

Location:

• Irvine, CA Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Irvine, CA Required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Irvine, CA 92612