Video Editor

WeTV SEA; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 50,000 - 84,000; Full time

Job summary

WeTV SEA is seeking a skilled video editor for Malaysia-based social content creation. You will edit high-quality short-form videos, extract engaging moments from C-Drama episodes, and tailor content for TikTok, YouTube Shorts, and Instagram Reels.

Collaboration with marketing ensures alignment with campaigns, while you monitor performance and iterate on formats. Fluent in English and Mandarin with strong storytelling and deadline-driven efficiency, you will thrive in a fast-paced team

Qualifications

• Must be a passionate consumer of C-Dramas with intuitive understanding of what makes content engaging.
• 2+ years of video or image editing experience in social media or entertainment contexts.
• Proficient in Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro, DaVinci Resolve, CapCut, Photoshop, Illustrator, Canva or Figma.

Responsibilities

• Edit and produce high-quality short-form videos for WeTV's social channels.
• Identify and extract the most engaging moments from C-Drama episodes.
• Adapt content for platform-specific formats with optimized hooks and pacing.
• Collaborate with marketing and operations to align with campaigns.
• Monitor performance metrics and provide insights to improve content quality.

Skills

C-Drama content sense

Video editing

Platform fluency

Visual storytelling

English & Mandarin

Time management

C-Drama content experience

Motion graphics familiarity

Tools

Adobe Premiere Pro

Final Cut Pro

DaVinci Resolve

CapCut

Photoshop

Illustrator

Canva

Figma

Job description

• Edit and produce high-quality short-form videos for WeTV's social media channels, ensuring compelling storytelling, strong visual appeal, and seamless pacing.
• Identify and extract the most engaging, emotionally resonant, or buzz-worthy moments from C-Drama episodes — whether it's a swoon-worthy romantic scene, a plot twist, a meme-able reaction, or a visually stunning sequence.
• Adapt content for platform-specific formats and algorithms (e.g., TikTok vertical videos, YouTube Shorts, Instagram Reels, carousel posts), optimizing hook points, captions, music, and pacing to maximize reach and engagement.

Cultural & Content Sensibility

• Demonstrate a deep understanding of C-Drama content, including genre conventions (costume dramas, modern romance, xianxia, etc.), popular tropes, fan culture, and what drives audience excitement and sharing behavior.
• Stay on top of trending C-Drama titles, artists, fan discussions, and viral moments within the C-entertainment ecosystem, translating these insights into timely, relevant social content.
• Collaborate with the marketing and operations team to align video content with broader campaign strategies, content launches, and seasonal promotions.

Performance Optimization

• Monitor and analyze the performance of social media content (views, engagement rate, completion rate, shares, etc.), identifying patterns in what works and what doesn't.
• Provide actionable insights and recommendations to continuously improve content quality, format, and strategy.
• Stay current with social media trends, editing techniques, and platform algorithm changes, ensuring WeTV's content remains competitive and innovative.

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Requirements

Must-Have

• C-Drama Content Sense (Critical): Must be a passionate consumer of C-Dramas with an intuitive understanding of what makes content engaging, including clip selection, music timing, storytelling, and fan sensibilities. Candidates who do not actively watch and enjoy C-Dramas are not a fit for this role.
• Video Editing Expertise: 2+ years of experience in video and/or image editing, preferably in a social media, entertainment, or content creator environment. Proficiency in industry-standard tools such as Adobe Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro, DaVinci Resolve, CapCut, Photoshop, Illustrator, Canva, or Figma.
• Platform Fluency: Deep familiarity with TikTok, YouTube Shorts, Instagram (Reels/Stories), and Facebook, with a strong understanding of each platform’s content style, audience behavior, and performance drivers.
• Visual Storytelling & Creativity: Strong visual sense, attention to detail, and the ability to create compelling narratives that hook viewers within the first 3 seconds and maintain engagement throughout the video.
• Language Proficiency: Fluent in English and Mandarin, both written and spoken, with the ability to understand Mandarin dialogue nuances and adapt content for multilingual audiences.
• Time Management & Agility: Comfortable working in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment, with the ability to manage multiple projects and deliver high-quality work within tight turnaround times.

Nice-to-Have

• Experience working with C-Drama content, Asian entertainment, or OTT/streaming platforms.
• Knowledge of motion graphics, animation, or subtitle styling.
• Familiarity with analytics tools such as TikTok Analytics, YouTube Studio, and Meta Business Suite, with the ability to use data to optimize content performance.
• Experience managing or collaborating with influencers, fan communities, or UGC creators.
• Understanding of SEO, hashtag strategy, and social media growth tactics.