Social Content Editor
About Us
Dude Perfect isn’t just a YouTube channel, we’re a global sports and entertainment powerhouse. We operate at the absolute peak of digital engagement, with follower growth and view counts that consistently outpace the most iconic sports franchises on earth. From legendary trick shots to massive live tours, we’re in the business of delivering unforgettable moments to a community of over 100 million followers worldwide. We don’t just follow the cultural conversation; we drive it. We’re currently building a world class social media team to redefine what an iconic digital presence looks like.
We’re looking for the absolute best storytellers in the game: digital natives who are obsessed with creator culture, live for the rush of a viral hook, and have the creative guts to help us build the next era of Dude Perfect across every platform.
If you want to cook the most engaging content with the coolest people for one of the biggest sports and lifestyle brands on the planet… all out of one of the greatest HQs in the world, you’re in the right place. LET’S GO!
Position Overview
Dude Perfect is looking for a Social Content Editor to serve as a critical creative engine for our brand partnerships and overall digital presence. This is a role for a pure-play editor who lives at the intersection of high-end VFX and viral short-form strategy. We need an elite editor who is genuinely obsessed with social media and has a passion for crafting content specifically for the vertical frame. You’ll be responsible for turning sponsored integrations into masterpieces, innovating how we hype new releases, and breathing new life into our historical archives for the TikTok and Reels era.
You specialize in transforming both vertical & horizontal footage into platform-native 9x16 masterpieces that satisfy our global brand partners while keeping the DP audience engaged & excited. You’ve spent time in the trenches with top-tier creators, agencies, or pro sports teams, and you know how to maintain an elite level of visual polish under tight deadlines.
Who You Are
- A vertical and short form editing specialist who deeply understands the trends, pacing, and storytelling required for platform-native success.
- A technical creative who thrives on bringing long-form cinematic content to a vertical, rapid-fire format.
- A master of pacing and emotional beats, able to craft a full, engaging story in under a minute.
- A proactive collaborator who works seamlessly with the Social Media and Post Production teams from ideation to final publishing.
- A self-starter who owns the editing workflow and revision process with impeccable organizational skills.
What You'll Do
- Lead the editing and development of high-impact vertical videos (TikTok, Shorts, Reels) cut from our main channel’s 16x9 footage.
- Transform and repurpose long-form content, applying a social-first lens to pacing, structure, graphics, and sound design.
- Collaborate closely with the Director of Social Media on content ideation, discovery, development, and execution of new and evergreen social franchises.
- Manage the full editing workflow for social content, from rough cut through final polish, ensuring consistent, high-quality output on a weekly schedule.
- Design and implement motion graphics, VFX, and text overlays native to each social platform to amplify engagement and polish.
- Own the revision and feedback cycle from the Director of Social Media and VP of Post Production, implementing changes with speed and precision.
- Maintain the creative bar by constantly pushing your edits to be more dynamic, more engaging, and more reflective of the “Dude Perfect” brand identity.
Requirements
- 3-4 years of proven experience editing high-impact social-first content for entertainment brands (YouTube, TikTok, or similar highly preferred).
- Deep expertise in Adobe Premiere Pro for advanced editing, creating and editing with multi-cam sequences, color grading, and sound mixing.
- Strong working knowledge of Adobe After Effects for motion graphics, VFX implementation, screen replacements, and other visual enhancements.
- Demonstrated ability to effectively bring 16x9 content to a vertical 9x16 format, working through advanced editing timelines and ensuring cinematic quality is maintained.
- A strong portfolio showcasing your ability to tell engaging stories quickly and apply social-specific editing techniques.
- Impeccable organizational skills and experience managing multiple, fast-paced projects under tight deadlines.
- Exceptional sense of comedic timing, pacing, and emotional storytelling.
Bonus Qualifications
- Experience with Adobe Photoshop for creating custom thumbnails or visual assets.
- Videography and shooting skills (camera operation, lighting, sound) is a massive plus.
- Familiarity with collaborative tools like Frame.io, Slack, or Google Workspace.
Benefits:
- Health, dental, vision insurance
- 401(k) with employer match eligible
- Paid time off & holidays (+ signature DP winter break in December)
- Unique access to Dude Perfect productions, events, and experiences
- The WORLD’S GREATEST HQ (DPHQ3)
- State of the Art Fitness Facility: On-site comprehensive suite of commercial-grade strength and conditioning equipment, including advanced resistance machines, specialized Olympic lifting stations, and integrated cardiovascular technology.
- 45-Yard Indoor Football Field: Features a regulation-size NFL goalpost for kicking practice (or field goal challenges).
- The Dude Perfect Putting Course: A full-size 6 hole custom indoor mini-golf course.
- Full-Size Sports Courts: A full NBA-sized basketball court and a dedicated pickleball court.
- Golf & Pro-Simulators: Multiple high-tech golf simulators and F1 level racing simulators.
- Rock Climbing Wall: A floor to ceiling rock-climbing wall.
- Comprehensive On-Site Nutrition: A fully stocked industrial kitchen and satellite refreshment hubs providing high-quality snacks and partner-brand beverages campus-wide.
- Signature Beverage Bar: A professional-grade, self-serve coffee and energy station offering 100+ customizable hot and iced drink combinations.
- HQ Access: Generous facility hours & flexibility for full-time employees to take advantage of DPHQ3 before/after work hours + over the weekend.
Dude Perfect is an equal-opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or any other protected status. If you need accommodations during the hiring process, please let us know, we’re happy to help!
