Assistant Video Editor (Film & Documentary Production)

Signal Flare Digital Sdn Bhd; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 36,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Signal Flare Digital Sdn Bhd in Kuala Lumpur is seeking an organized and creative Assistant Editor for documentaries, factual series and digital content. You will support Editors, manage media, build sequences and help deliver polished projects for international audiences.

You will collaborate with Senior Editors and Producers, develop your storytelling skills, and grow in a fast-paced post‑production environment at our Kuala Lumpur office.

Qualifications

• Diploma or degree in Film, Broadcasting, Media Production, Communications or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• At least 2 years of experience in video editing, post-production or a related role.
• Working knowledge of Adobe Premiere Pro or DaVinci Resolve and other professional editing software.
• Familiarity with media formats, codecs, frame rates, resolutions and basic post-production workflows.
• Experience organising footage, syncing audio and managing editing project files.
• Good written and spoken English.

Responsibilities

• Assist Editors and Senior Editors in preparing, assembling and organising footage for documentaries, factual series and digital content.
• Review and select footage, identifying relevant interviews, visuals, soundbites and moments that support the narrative.
• Prepare string-outs, selects and rough assemblies based on editorial direction.
• Assist with building sequences and making basic editorial adjustments under the guidance of Editors.
• Support the integration of music, sound effects, graphics and archival footage into edits.
• Implement editorial feedback and revisions accurately and within agreed timelines.
• Develop an understanding of story structure, pacing, continuity and emotional storytelling.
• Ingest, organise and manage raw footage, audio files, graphics and other production assets.
• Sync audio and video footage, organise multi-camera sequences and prepare media for editing.
• Maintain clear and consistent folder structures, file naming conventions and project organisation.
• Manage proxies, relinking, media transfers and other essential editorial preparation tasks.
• Maintain accurate project files, timelines and version control throughout post-production.
• Assist with project handovers, media consolidation and archiving.
• Follow established post-production workflows to ensure files and media remain accessible to the editorial team.

Skills

Video editing

Organizational skills

Storytelling interest

English proficiency

Education

Diploma or degree in Film/Media

Tools

Adobe Premiere Pro

DaVinci Resolve

Job description

Assistant Video Editor (Film & Documentary Production)

Assistant Video Editor (Film & Documentary Production)

We're looking for an organized and creative Assistant Editor to join our post‑production team, working on documentaries, factual series and digital productions for international audiences.

As an Assistant Editor, you’ll play an important role in supporting our Editors throughout the post‑production process, from preparing footage and organising media to building sequences, managing timelines and ensuring smooth editorial workflows.

You’ll work closely with our Senior Editors, Editors and Producers, gaining valuable exposure to the creative and technical processes behind long‑form storytelling.

We’re looking for someone who enjoys the technical side of editing but also has a genuine interest in storytelling and is eager to develop their creative editing skills.

What You’ll Do

Editorial & Creative Support

Assist Editors and Senior Editors in preparing, assembling and organising footage for documentaries, factual series and digital content.

Review and select footage, identifying relevant interviews, visuals, soundbites and moments that support the narrative.

Prepare string‑outs, selects and rough assemblies based on editorial direction.

Assist with building sequences and making basic editorial adjustments under the guidance of Editors.

Support the integration of music, sound effects, graphics and archival footage into edits.

Implement editorial feedback and revisions accurately and within agreed timelines.

Develop an understanding of story structure, pacing, continuity and emotional storytelling.

Ingest, organise and manage raw footage, audio files, graphics and other production assets.

Sync audio and video footage, organise multi‑camera sequences and prepare media for editing.

Maintain clear and consistent folder structures, file naming conventions and project organisation.

Manage proxies, relinking, media transfers and other essential editorial preparation tasks.

Maintain accurate project files, timelines and version control throughout post‑production.

Assist with project handovers, media consolidation and archiving.

Follow established post‑production workflows to ensure files and media remain accessible to the editorial team.

Technical Editing & Delivery Support

Prepare review exports, reference videos and other editorial materials in the required formats.

Assist with basic sound balancing, music syncing and colour adjustments where required.

Check sequences for missing media, offline clips, incorrect frame rates and other technical issues.

Conduct basic quality control checks before materials are submitted for review.

Support preparation of picture‑lock materials, final exports and delivery files.

Assist with conforming, turnovers and handovers to colour grading, sound mixing and graphics teams.

Work closely with Editors, Senior Editors and the Post‑Production Supervisor to support editorial priorities and deadlines.

Communicate clearly about task progress, technical issues and potential delays.

Coordinate with Production Management and other departments when additional footage or media assets are required.

Respond to changing editorial requirements while maintaining accuracy and organisation.

Contribute ideas and suggestions to improve editing workflows and team efficiency.

What You’ll Bring

Diploma or degree in Film, Broadcasting, Media Production, Communications or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.

At least 2 years of experience in video editing, post‑production or a related role.

Working knowledge of Adobe Premiere Pro, DaVinci Resolve or other professional editing software.

Familiarity with media formats, codecs, frame rates, resolutions and basic post‑production workflows.

Experience organising footage, syncing audio and managing editing project files.

Good visual judgement and an interest in documentary and factual storytelling.

Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.

Ability to follow established workflows and maintain accurate file management.

Good written and spoken English.

Ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritise assignments and meet production deadlines.

A proactive, dependable and collaborative approach to work.

Willingness to learn, accept feedback and continuously improve your technical and creative skills.

Nice To Have

Previous experience working on documentaries, factual television or long‑form productions.

Experience preparing string‑outs, selects, rough assemblies or interview‑based edits.

Familiarity with multi‑camera editing and syncing workflows.

Basic understanding of colour grading, audio editing and post‑production finishing.

Experience working with shared storage systems, media servers or collaborative editing environments.

Familiarity with archival footage, stock footage and media asset management.

Experience preparing post‑production turnover files.

The Assistant Editor We’d Love to Meet

You’re someone who enjoys both the creative and technical sides of editing.

You love watching footage, discovering interesting moments and figuring out how different pieces can come together to tell a story. You’re naturally curious about people, places and the world around you, and you have a genuine interest in documentary storytelling.

You’re also the kind of person who takes pride in keeping things organised. You understand that a well‑managed project, properly labelled footage and a clean timeline can make a big difference to the entire editing team.

You pay attention to details, ask questions when something isn’t clear and take ownership of the tasks entrusted to you.

You’re comfortable working behind the scenes, supporting Editors and making sure everything runs smoothly. At the same time, you’re eager to develop your own editorial judgement and storytelling abilities.

P perhaps you’ve been working as a Video Editor, Junior Editor or Assistant Editor and are looking for an opportunity to gain more experience in long‑form documentary and factual productions.

Most importantly, you’re a team player who respects established workflows, welcomes feedback and genuinely enjoys collaborating with others to make good stories even better.

Why Signal Flare

At Signal Flare, we believe in the power of storytelling to inform, inspire and create meaningful impact.

We’re an independent, international award‑winning production company creating documentaries, factual series and digital content for audiences around the world.

Our work brings together filmmakers, journalists, producers, editors and creative professionals from diverse backgrounds, united by a shared interest in telling stories that matter.

As part of our post‑production team, you’ll have opportunities to:

Work on documentary and factual productions developed for international audiences.

Learn from experienced Editors, Directors and Producers.

Gain hands‑on exposure to long‑form storytelling and professional post‑production workflows.

Develop your technical editing skills alongside your creative storytelling abilities.

Collaborate with a diverse team of creative professionals.

Our production office is located in the heart of Kuala Lumpur, with convenient access to public transportation and an MRT station right at our doorstep.