Senior Podcast Audio And Video Editor

Growth Troops; Johannesburg; On-site; USD 40 000 - 80 000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative company is seeking a Senior Podcast Audio and Video Editor to transform long-form B2B podcast content into engaging multi-platform media assets. This role requires a blend of technical expertise and creative judgment, ensuring high-quality audio and video content optimized for various platforms. The ideal candidate will thrive under tight deadlines, collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams, and possess a strong portfolio showcasing their ability to create compelling content that resonates with audiences. If you're passionate about storytelling and media strategy, this role offers an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact in the industry.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in podcast and video editing.
• Expert-level proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite and professional editing tools.
• Strong understanding of content storytelling and audience metrics.

Responsibilities

• Own the editing process for long-form and short-form podcast content.
• Collaborate with producers and marketing teams to align editing with campaign goals.
• Maintain a robust post-production workflow using industry-standard tools.

Skills

Podcast Editing

Video Editing

Adobe Premiere Pro

Sound Design

Content Storytelling

Performance Metrics Interpretation

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

Pro Tools

After Effects

Job description

Job Title: Senior Podcast Audio and Video Editor

Location: Remote (must be available during U.S. Eastern Time business hours)

Reports To: Executive Producer or Director of Content

Overview:

The Senior Podcast Audio and Video Editor leads the transformation of long-form B2B podcast content into performance-driven, multi-platform media assets. This role combines deep technical expertise with creative judgment and strategic awareness. The editor is responsible for ensuring that all audio and video content is of the highest quality, optimized for platform-specific engagement, and aligned with broader marketing and storytelling goals. This individual is a self-directed professional who thrives on tight deadlines, cross-functional collaboration, and a feedback-driven editing process. They bring a portfolio of work that demonstrates an ability to distill complex ideas into visually and audibly compelling short- and long-form content and have a track record of creating content that performs across YouTube, LinkedIn, TikTok, Instagram, and other major distribution channels.

Key Responsibilities:

• Own the end-to-end editing process for both long-form podcast episodes and short-form video cutdowns, ensuring premium quality and narrative cohesion
• Strategically extract key moments from raw interviews to craft attention-grabbing shorts designed for LinkedIn, YouTube Shorts, Instagram Reels, and TikTok
• Apply advanced video and audio editing techniques including multi-camera sync, sound design, mixing, color grading, and motion graphics integration
• Work closely with producers, content strategists, and marketing teams to align editing choices with campaign goals, platform algorithms, and audience expectations
• Stay up-to-date with platform-specific best practices for discoverability, watch time optimization, captioning, and thumbnail creation
• Interpret performance metrics (e.g., retention rate, scroll depth, viewer drop-off) to iterate and refine editing strategy over time
• Maintain a robust post-production workflow using Adobe Premiere Pro, After Effects, Pro Tools, Audition, or other industry-standard tools
• Deliver consistently on fast-paced timelines without compromising quality, with an ability to manage multiple content projects simultaneously
• Collaborate with other editors and freelancers, providing feedback and maintaining consistency in visual and audio style
• Recommend and implement new editing tools, templates, or workflows to improve speed and creative output
  
  

Qualifications:

• 4+ years of experience in professional podcast and/or video editing, including both long-form and short-form B2B content
• Expert-level proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Premiere Pro, After Effects, Audition) or equivalent professional editing tools
• Demonstrated experience editing content for YouTube, LinkedIn, TikTok, and Instagram with clear KPIs around reach, engagement, or lead generation
• Strong understanding of content storytelling, pacing, sound design, and motion design in a B2B context
• Exceptional attention to detail in everything from waveform cleanup to final frame rendering
• Experience interpreting audience metrics and performance data to improve future edits and inform creative direction
• Ability to work collaboratively with marketing, production, and technical teams in a fast-paced, remote environment
• Experience in managing or mentoring junior editors, freelancers, or production assistants is a plus
• Highly organized, with the ability to prioritize competing deadlines and communicate clearly under pressure
• Must be available to work primarily during U.S. business hours (EST)
  
  

Preferred Attributes:

• Deep interest in podcasting, media strategy, or storytelling for technical/professional audiences
• A continuous learner who adapts quickly to new tools, formats, and creative challenges
• A strong portfolio showcasing B2B podcast-to-video transformations, short-form editing, and audience-first design