(Fluent English, part-time) YouTube Video Editor (South Africa, remote)

SupportYourApp; Johannesburg; Remote; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Part time

Job summary

A leading Support-as-a-Service company in South Africa is looking for a YouTube Video Editor. This part-time position involves editing engaging video content and requires at least 2 years of experience and proficiency in Adobe Premiere Pro. Enjoy the flexibility of remote work while being part of a diverse and inclusive team. Join us to enhance your video editing skills and contribute to creative content production.

Benefits

Fixed schedule: Monday-Thursday, 5pm - 10pm South Africa time

Part-time opportunity (20 hrs per week)

Fully remote work

Paid intensive training

Responsive management

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of relevant experience in video editing.
• Excellent English proficiency, both spoken and written.
• Familiarity with YouTube and content engagement metrics.
• Possess a personal laptop with at least 8GB of RAM.

Responsibilities

• Edit 10-15 min YouTube videos weekly.
• Design engaging thumbnails and add visuals.
• Track metrics for improving video performance.
• Deliver videos within 24 hours of receiving footage.

Skills

Excellent English skills (C1)

2 years of experience editing YouTube content

Proficiency in Adobe Premiere Pro

Experience with Canva or Photoshop for thumbnails

Understanding of YouTube analytics

Ability to deliver high-quality edits under tight deadlines

Strong communication skills

Time-management skills

Creative eye for storytelling and visual aesthetics

Positive and responsible attitude

Job description

Passionate about the world of tech? What if you had a chance to be a part of the world's leading SaaS, Software, or Hardware solutions? Join our team as a YouTube Video Editor today and thrive in a multicultural and multilingual environment while enjoying your home office. Unlock your potential by mastering new skills and achieving challenging goals with our People First management approach. Excited? Let's see what it takes 💛

What you will do

• Edit weekly 10-15 min YouTube videos (faceless "job leads" and reaction/commentary formats)
• Use modern editing styles inspired by creators like Ali Abdaal, Chloe Monaco, and Tiffany Ferguson
• Design clickable thumbnails consistent with Paybump's brand
• Add B-roll, captions, and visuals to boost engagement and retention
• Source royalty-free music and stock footage as needed
• Maintain visual consistency across all videos
• Track key metrics (CTR, retention, subscriber growth) to refine editing
• Deliver final videos within 24 hours of receiving raw footage
• Securely work with customers' sensitive information

What you need to succeed in this role

• Excellent English skills (at least C1 for both spoken and written)
• At least 2 years of experience editing YouTube content for established creators or media brands
• Strong proficiency in Adobe Premiere Pro
• Experience creating thumbnails using Canva or Photoshop
• Solid understanding of YouTube analytics
• Proven ability to deliver high-quality edits under tight deadlines
• Excellent communication and time-management skills
• A creative eye for storytelling, pacing, and visual aesthetics
• Positive and responsible attitude
• Personal laptop or computer (at least 8Gb of RAM) and a stable internet connection (minimum 50 Mbps-download and 40 Mbps-upload)

Benefits and Perks

• Fixed schedule: Monday-Thursday, 5pm - 10pm South Africa time
• Part-time opportunity (20 hrs per week)
• Opportunity to work fully remotely
• Inclusive international environment
• Compensation in USD
• Good bonuses for referring friends
• Paid intensive training and probation
• Work-life balance
• Responsive management interested in your growth and long-lasting cooperation
• Greenhouse conditions for self-development
• The items listed in this section may vary depending on the terms of your engagement. Certain benefits and conditions typically apply to employees; independent contractors may not be eligible for all of these. The specific terms, including compensation, benefits, and work conditions, will be clearly defined in your agreement if selected

Who we are

SupportYourApp is a Support-as-a-Service company that provides secure technical, customer support, and CX services for tech companies around the globe. We work with clients from over 30 countries and speak over 60 languages. Since 2010, we've become an industry leader in premium outsourced customer support and turned global with 8 hubs around the world. We treat our team like our clients, surrounding them with unlimited care, an individual approach, and a wholesome positive experience. We welcome people with various backgrounds and experiences. Grab the chance to join us and send your CV in English, pointing out your outstanding skills!

Visit our website: www.supportyourapp.com

DISCLAIMER

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