Remote Senior Video Editor: Craft Polished Stories

Placements24; Cape Town; Hybrid; ZAR 360,000 - 600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work flexibility

Competitive salary

Professional development

Health stipend

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Video Editor for a fully remote-first opportunity in South Africa, collaborating with Cape Town teams. You will assemble raw footage into engaging stories across formats, with emphasis on pacing, audio-visual integration, and post-production excellence.

The ideal candidate demonstrates a strong portfolio, expert use of Premiere Pro/Final Cut Pro/DaVinci Resolve, and a solid understanding of codecs, color grading, and audio mixing.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience as a Senior Video Editor with a strong portfolio.
• Expert proficiency in non-linear editing software (Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro, DaVinci Resolve).
• Solid understanding of video codecs, formats, and delivery specifications.
• Experience with color grading tools (Lumetri, DaVinci Resolve) and audio mixing.
• Excellent storytelling abilities and keen eye for pacing, timing, and continuity.
• Strong communication skills for remote collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Edit video footage to create polished content across genres and platforms.
• Assemble rough cuts, refine edits, and ensure logical flow and pacing.
• Incorporate graphics, music, SFX, and voice-overs to enhance the final product.
• Collaborate remotely with directors and producers to achieve the vision.
• Manage and organize project files, footage, and assets.
• Ensure consistent color correction and grading.
• Perform audio mixing and mastering to broadcast standards.
• Meet project deadlines and deliver final edits in required formats.
• Stay updated on new editing techniques for remote workflows.

Skills

Premiere Pro

DaVinci Resolve

Final Cut Pro

Color grading

Audio mixing

Storytelling

Education

Bachelor's degree in Film/Video Production

Tools

Adobe After Effects

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Video Editor for a fully remote-first opportunity in South Africa, collaborating with Cape Town teams. You will assemble raw footage into engaging stories across formats, with emphasis on pacing, audio-visual integration, and post-production excellence.

The ideal candidate demonstrates a strong portfolio, expert use of Premiere Pro/Final Cut Pro/DaVinci Resolve, and a solid understanding of codecs, color grading, and audio mixing.