Video Editor

About Contra Labs

Contra Labs sits at the intersection of human creativity and AI. We partner with leading AI labs and product companies to improve their tools across video editing and motion design. Our research is grounded in how top creatives actually work, studying the patterns behind what gets created, what gets chosen, and what resonates. We believe human input will always be at the center of net new creation, and our mission is to help shape technology so human creativity can be amplified to create what today is unimaginable.

If shaping the next generation of creative tools excites you, this opportunity is for you.

By joining the Contra Labs network you gain access to paid projects with some of the most innovative companies building the next generation of creative and AI-powered tools.

How It Works

This is an application to join the network and be eligible for roles as they arise. Projects are staffed on an as-needed basis, typically 5 to 10 hours at a time, though some may extend into longer engagements. In unique cases, we may have full-time roles available as well. When a project matches your skill set, we'll reach out with details and timeline.

To Join the Network

• Portfolio review - We'll assess your Contra profile and portfolio for strength in video editing, with a focus on commercial videos including ad videos and product shots.
• Skills evaluation - You'll rate AI-generated outputs across multiple dimensions, provide detailed written feedback, and record a short video introduction.
• Complete profile - Once you’ve applied, we recommend completing your profile for better job matches and setting up your wallet so you can get paid when a job comes through.

What You May Work On

• Evaluate AI-generated video outputs including product shots, commercial edits, and short-form ad content, applying professional video editing standards and high-quality storytelling principles
• Provide clear, structured feedback on pacing, transitions, color grading, sound design, and overall narrative quality
• Help define creative benchmarks and taste standards for what great video output looks like in the next generation of AI-powered creative tools
• Contribute to research on how convergence (shared best practices) and divergence (individual taste and creative direction) shape video quality

What We're Looking For

• Strong portfolio showcasing high-quality video production and video editing work, with emphasis on commercial videos, ad content, or product shots, shared via your Contra profile
• Deep understanding of what makes video content engaging, polished, and on-brand
• Ability to articulate creative and technical feedback clearly and constructively
• Comfort working in fast-paced, experimental environments (experience with AI or video tools is a plus)