Senior Film Editor — Hybrid Role, Creative Storytelling

Placements24; Klerksdorp; Hybrid; ZAR 420,000 - 780,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Professional editing suites

Creative environment

Job summary

Placements24 in Klerksdorp, North West, seeks a Senior Film Editor with 7+ years of experience to shape narratives across documentaries, corporate videos and adverts. This hybrid role blends solo editing with collaborative sessions with directors and producers to deliver compelling visuals.

The ideal candidate will master professional editing software, demonstrate a keen eye for detail, and bring an artistic vision to every project while ensuring high-quality output that meets client

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Film Production, Media Arts or related field.
• Minimum 7 years of professional editing experience.
• Proficiency with non-linear editing software such as Adobe Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro, DaVinci Resolve or Avid Media Composer.
• Strong understanding of storytelling, pacing and visual narrative.

Responsibilities

• Edit raw footage into cohesive and engaging narratives for various film and video projects.
• Collaborate with directors and producers to understand project vision and objectives.
• Select takes, sequence shots, and assemble rough cuts, fine cuts and final edits.
• Incorporate music, sound effects, and graphics to enhance the final product.
• Ensure continuity, pacing and overall flow of edited material.
• Manage media assets, project files and archives.
• Stay updated with latest editing techniques, software and industry trends.
• Perform color correction and basic sound mixing as needed.
• Provide creative input and problem-solving during post-production.

Job description

Placements24 in Klerksdorp, North West, seeks a Senior Film Editor with 7+ years of experience to shape narratives across documentaries, corporate videos and adverts. This hybrid role blends solo editing with collaborative sessions with directors and producers to deliver compelling visuals.

The ideal candidate will master professional editing software, demonstrate a keen eye for detail, and bring an artistic vision to every project while ensuring high-quality output that meets client