Video Content Creator

Outsurance; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 240,000 - 420,000; Full time

Job summary

Outsurance in Gauteng is seeking a creative Video Content Creator to join our marketing team. You will plan, shoot, and edit engaging video content that supports our brand goals and resonates with our audience.

This role covers scriptwriting, storyboarding, post-production, and optimization for YouTube, Instagram, and TikTok, while collaborating with design and marketing to maintain consistent branding. A diploma or higher in video content creation and 5+ years of experience are preferred; a

Qualifications

• Diploma or higher in Video content creation or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in video content creation.

Responsibilities

• Plan, shoot and edit promotional videos, social clips, interviews and tutorials.
• Collaborate with content and creative leads on scriptwriting.
• Create storyboards and shot lists to organize concepts pre-production.
• Handle editing, color correction, audio mixing and basic graphics in post-production.
• Optimize videos for YouTube, Instagram and TikTok, following platform best practices.
• Stay up-to-date with video trends and industry standards to contribute ideas.
• Work with marketing/design teams to ensure consistent branding and messaging.
• Demonstrate a strong eye for visuals, storytelling and attention to detail.

Skills

Video production

Scriptwriting

Storyboarding

Video editing

Post-production

Content optimization

Research & innovation

Collaboration

Creativity

Communication

Time management

Attention to detail

Adaptability

Education

Diploma or higher in Video content creation or similar

Tools

Adobe Premiere Pro

Adobe After Effects

Job description

Job Description

We are seeking a creative and motivated Video Content Creator to join our team. You will play a crucial role in producing high-quality video content that aligns with our brand's objectives and engages our target audience. This position offers a valuable opportunity to join a dynamic and collaborative team to do video production, storytelling, and digital marketing.

Role Overview

Responsibilities will include but not limited to:

• Video Production: Assist in the planning, shooting, and editing of various video content, including but not limited to promotional videos, social media clips, interviews, tutorials, and event coverage.
• Scriptwriting: Collaborate with the content team/ creative leads to develop engaging video scripts that effectively convey our brand message and meet the content strategy goals.
• Storyboarding: Assist in creating storyboards and shot lists to visualize and organize video concepts before production.
• Video Editing: Use video editing software to cut, trim, and assemble video footage, add effects, transitions, and graphics to produce high-quality and visually appealing videos.
• Post-Production: Help with tasks such as audio mixing, colour correction, and adding background music or voice overs to enhance the overall video quality.
• Content Optimization: Optimize videos for different platforms, ensuring they meet the technical specifications and adhere to best practices for each platform (e.g., YouTube, Instagram, TikTok).
• Research and Innovation: Stay up-to-date with the latest video trends, techniques, and industry standards to contribute fresh and innovative ideas to video projects.
• Collaboration: Work closely with the marketing and design teams to align video content with broader marketing campaigns and ensure consistent branding.
• Creativity: A passion for video creation and storytelling, with a keen eye for visual composition and aesthetics.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in video editing software such as Adobe Premiere Pro and basic Animation in Adobe After Effects.
• Basic Knowledge: Familiarity with camera equipment, lighting setups, and audio recording.
• Strong Communication: Effective communication skills, both written and verbal, to collaborate with team members and stakeholders.
• Time Management: Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Attention to Detail: A meticulous approach to editing, ensuring videos are of high quality and error-free.
• Adaptability: Willingness to learn and adapt quickly to changing demands and feedback.
• Portfolio: A portfolio of previous video projects or relevant coursework demonstrating video production and editing skills is a plus.

Qualifications

• Diploma or higher in Video content creation or a similar creative field.
• 5+ years' experience in the field.

Additional Information

To note that in accordance with Employment Equity goals, preference will be given to individuals who meet the job requirements and are from the various designated groups.