Short Video Director & Editor

Refine Home; Dubai; On-site; AED 111,600 - 167,400; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stable growing brand platform

End-to-end content ownership

Work visa support

Job summary

Refine Home is seeking a skilled video creator based in Dubai to handle short-form video shooting, focusing on people-centered and aesthetic content. You'll create shooting plans, collaborate with the content team, and manage all technical aspects of shooting.

With 2+ years of experience, proficiency in camera gear and editing tools like Adobe Premiere is essential. Strong communication skills are a must, and you will have the opportunity to work on diverse creative projects in a supportive team environment.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of hands-on experience in video shooting & editing.
• Experience with people-centered content is preferred.
• Strong sense of pacing and visual storytelling.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for short-form video shooting focusing on aesthetic content.
• Create shooting plans based on scripts or creative briefs.
• Collaborate with post-production to deliver high-quality footage.

Skills

Video shooting & editing

Proficient in mainstream camera gear

Skilled in CapCut or Adobe Premiere

Good communication skills

Job description

Your Responsibilities

• Responsible for short‑form video shooting, mainly focused on people‑based content with strong aesthetic and trending style (e.g., TikTok / Xiaohongshu formats)
• Independently create shooting plans based on scripts or creative briefs; effectively guide on‑camera talent
• Use lighting, composition, and camera language to enhance visual quality and atmosphere
• Collaborate closely with the post‑production/content team to deliver usable and high‑quality footage
• Keep up with short‑form video trends and optimize shooting style accordingly
• Maintain and manage shooting equipment; handle on‑site technical issues when needed

Creative Content Strategy Direction (Preferred but not mandatory)

• Develop and execute a daily video content strategy focused on interior design and home furnishing
• Participate in scriptwriting and concept development; turn complex design ideas into visually impactful, easy‑to‑digest short videos
• Provide creative direction to photographers and on‑camera staff, ensuring the content matches brand tone
• Oversee full‑cycle production: from concept to final content delivery (video, image, script)
• Research design trends and consumer preferences; constantly refine creative approach
• Adapt content to various social media platforms (TikTok, Xiaohongshu, Instagram Reels, etc.)
• Monitor video performance (views, engagement, conversion) and offer optimization suggestions

We’re Looking For Someone Who

• Has 2+ years of hands‑on experience in video shooting & editing (experience with people‑centered content is preferred)
• Proficient in using mainstream camera gear, lighting setups; visual art or design background is a plus
• Skilled in CapCut, Jianying, Adobe Premiere, or similar editing tools
• Strong sense of pacing and visual storytelling; familiar with social platform content logic
• Passionate about design, lifestyle, and home‑related content (industry experience is a bonus)
• Good English communication skills; Chinese or Arabic is a strong plus

What We Offer

• A stable, growing brand platform with structured content strategy and full team support
• End‑to‑end content ownership with opportunities for diverse creative projects
• Cross‑functional team collaboration (Marketing, Design, Branding)
• Work visa support and office based in Dubai Production City