Senior Videographer & Editor

Visioneers; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading visual content studio in the United Arab Emirates is seeking a Senior Videographer / Editor. This hands-on role involves shooting and editing video content for various formats, including documentaries and social media, while maintaining high-quality standards. The ideal candidate will possess a solid understanding of visual storytelling, proficiency in editing software, and the ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment. Fluency in Arabic content is essential for this position.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Videographer and Editor.
• Strong portfolio demonstrating both shooting and editing.
• Solid understanding of visual storytelling.
• Ability to work hands-on in fast-paced environments.
• Strong technical and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Shoot video content for various formats including documentaries and social media.
• Edit video content ensuring quality and narrative clarity.
• Support storytelling through scene selection and visual rhythm.
• Work confidently with professional editing software.
• Coordinate closely with production and editorial teams.

Skills

Proven experience as a Videographer and Editor

Strong portfolio demonstrating both shooting and editing

Solid understanding of visual storytelling

Ability to work hands-on in fast-paced environments

Strong technical and organizational skills

Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines

Tools

Premiere Pro

DaVinci Resolve

Final Cut Pro

Job description

Senior Videographer / Editor Reports to the Head of Production.

• Works closely with: Film Director / Head of Documentary Department
• Director of Photography (DOP)
• Editors and Production Team

Role Overview

The Senior Videographer / Editor is a hands‑on role responsible for shooting and editing video content across documentaries, high‑production projects, and social media formats. The role requires a strong balance between visual execution and post‑production, with the ability to move seamlessly between filming and editing based on production needs. It operates in a fast‑paced environment and plays a key part in delivering high‑quality visual content aligned with Wasl Channel’s storytelling standards.

Key Responsibilities

Videography & Shooting

• Shoot video content for:
  • Short documentaries
  • Field reports
  • Social media content
  • High‑production projects
• Execute filming based on the creative and technical direction provided.
• Ensure strong framing, composition, and visual consistency.
• Work efficiently on location under tight schedules.

Editing & Post-Production

• Edit video content across multiple formats:
  • Documentaries
  • Long‑form videos
  • Short‑form and social media content
• Build edits based on provided structure or raw footage.
• Ensure proper pacing, flow, and narrative clarity.
• Prepare final outputs ready for publishing.

Storytelling Support

• Support storytelling through:
  • Scene selection
  • Visual rhythm
  • Logical sequencing
• Collaborate with directors and editors to enhance narrative quality.

Technical Execution

• Work confidently with professional editing software (Premiere Pro, DaVinci Resolve, or Final Cut Pro).
• Handle basic color correction and audio cleanup.
• Prepare content in multiple aspect ratios when required.
• Ensure technical quality meets Wasl’s standards.

Workflow & Collaboration

• Coordinate closely with the production and editorial teams.
• Manage assigned tasks independently.
• Handle revisions efficiently and professionally.
• Participate in production or editorial meetings when required.

Standards & Expectations

• Maintain high visual and editing quality.
• Adapt quickly to different content styles and formats.
• Balance speed with quality in a deadline‑driven environment.
• Respect cultural context and Arabic content standards.

Language & Content Scope

• All content is Arabic.
• Style varies based on the project (documentary, social, cinematic).

Required Skills & Experience

• Proven experience as a Videographer and Editor.
• Strong portfolio demonstrating both shooting and editing.
• Solid understanding of visual storytelling.
• Ability to work hands‑on in fast‑paced environments.
• Strong technical and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.