Remote Video Editor (Contract) — Creative Projects

Placements24; Richards Bay; Hybrid; ZAR 201,000 - 268,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive contract rate

Remote working

Exposure to high-profile projects

Professional production team

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a talented Video Editor for a remote contract position to transform raw footage into polished content for a variety of projects, including promos, documentaries, social media, and corporate communications. You will apply color correction, graphics, and audio to meet brand standards and creative briefs, requiring a strong sense of visual storytelling and pacing.

You will collaborate with directors and producers, manage assets, and ensure timely delivery while working

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Video Editor with a strong portfolio showcasing diverse editing projects.
• Expertise in professional video editing software such as Adobe Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro, or DaVinci Resolve.
• Solid understanding of video formats, codecs, and delivery standards.
• Proficiency in motion graphics and basic animation principles is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Edit raw video footage into cohesive and compelling final products using non-linear editing software.
• Incorporate graphics, animations, music, sound effects, and color correction to enhance video quality.
• Collaborate with directors and producers to understand project requirements and creative intent.
• Ensure all edits meet technical specifications and are delivered on time.
• Manage and organize video assets, project files, and archives effectively.
• Incorporate feedback from stakeholders and make revisions as necessary to achieve desired outcomes.

Skills

Video editing

Premiere Pro

Final Cut Pro

DaVinci Resolve

Motion graphics

Remote work

Tools

Adobe Premiere Pro

Final Cut Pro

DaVinci Resolve

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a talented Video Editor for a remote contract position to transform raw footage into polished content for a variety of projects, including promos, documentaries, social media, and corporate communications. You will apply color correction, graphics, and audio to meet brand standards and creative briefs, requiring a strong sense of visual storytelling and pacing.

You will collaborate with directors and producers, manage assets, and ensure timely delivery while working