Senior Video Editor

Placements24; East London; Hybrid; ZAR 420,000 - 600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health and dental benefits

Creative work environment

Editing suites access

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Video Editor in East London, South Africa to shape compelling narratives for promotional content, documentaries, and corporate videos. You will collaborate with directors, producers, and motion graphics artists to deliver polished, engaging output.

The role requires at least 5 years of professional experience, expertise in non-linear editing software, and a keen eye for pacing and storytelling.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of professional video editing experience.
• Strong storytelling, pacing, and visual composition.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to work under pressure.
• Proficiency in non-linear editing software (Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro, DaVinci Resolve).

Responsibilities

• Edit raw video footage into polished and engaging final products.
• Collaborate with directors and producers to understand project objectives and creative vision.
• Incorporate music, sound effects, graphics, and other elements to enhance storytelling.
• Manage and organize video assets and project files efficiently.
• Ensure consistency in style, tone, and quality across all edited content.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest editing software and techniques.

Skills

5+ years of experience

Storytelling & pacing

Tools

Adobe Premiere Pro

Final Cut Pro

DaVinci Resolve

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly skilled and creative Senior Video Editor to join their dynamic production team in East London . In this role, you will be responsible for shaping compelling visual narratives through expert editing techniques for a variety of projects, including promotional content, documentaries, and corporate videos. You will work closely with directors, producers, and motion graphic artists to ensure that the final output is polished, engaging, and aligned with project goals. This is an excellent opportunity to apply your technical proficiency and artistic sensibility in a collaborative environment, contributing to high-quality visual storytelling.

Key Responsibilities

• Edit raw video footage into polished and engaging final products.
• Collaborate with directors and producers to understand project objectives and creative vision.
• Incorporate music, sound effects, graphics, and other elements to enhance storytelling.
• Manage and organize video assets and project files efficiently.
• Ensure consistency in style, tone, and quality across all edited content.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest editing software and techniques.

Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years of professional experience as a Video Editor .
• Proficiency in non-linear editing software such as Adobe Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro, or DaVinci Resolve.
• Strong understanding of storytelling, pacing, and visual composition.
• Experience with color correction, audio mixing, and basic motion graphics is a plus.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet tight deadlines.

Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Comprehensive health and dental benefits.
• A creative and collaborative work environment.
• Access to professional editing suites and equipment.
• Opportunities for professional development in video production .