Video Editor

5924F49E-7D68-434C-Bd63-8782Fb5D216B; Cape Town; Hybrid; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A creative agency in Cape Town is seeking a Mid-Weight Video Editor to work on various content formats. The ideal candidate should have 2–4 years of editing experience, strong creative instincts, and proficiency in Adobe Premiere Pro. The role requires collaboration with the team twice a week in-office, delivering high-quality edits under tight deadlines. Interested applicants should send a CV and portfolio with 'Video Editor- Cape Town' in the subject line.

Qualifications

• 2–4+ years of editing experience in relevant fields.
• Able to deliver quick edits without sacrificing quality.
• Based in Cape Town and willing to work in-office twice a week.

Responsibilities

• Edit video content for various platforms and purposes.
• Collaborate with directors and creatives to enhance footage.
• Manage project files and media assets effectively.

Skills

Editing experience

Proficiency in Adobe Premiere Pro

Creative thinking

Attention to detail

Strong eye for pacing

Tools

Adobe Premiere Pro

After Effects

Job description

Position : Mid-Weight Video EditorLocation : Cape Town, South AfricaType : Hybrid (2 days in-office per week)About the Role : We're looking for a talented, Cape Town–based Video Editor with strong creative instincts and a passion for fast, high-quality turnarounds.

You'll be working across a range of content formats social, brand, event, and short-form storytelling and collaborating closely with our creative team.If you're someone with great energy, strong attention to detail, and the ability to bring ideas to life quickly, you'll fit right in.What You'll Do :

• Edit short-form and long-form video content for social media, marketing, and brand campaigns
• Work with directors / creatives to interpret briefs and elevate raw footage
• Deliver fast, high-quality edits under tight timelines
• Add motion graphics, sound design, and pacing enhancements where needed
• Manage media, assets, and project files in an organised way
• Collaborate in-person with the team twice a week (office is Cape Town–based)

What We're Looking For :

• 2–4+ years of editing experience (agency, creator economy, production, or similar)
• Proficiency in Adobe Premiere Pro (and a bonus if you know After Effects)
• Strong eye for pacing, storytelling, and social-native formats
• Ability to work quickly without compromising quality
• A creative thinker who contributes ideas and elevates the brief
• Positive energy, good vibes, and a collaborative mindset
• Cape Town–based and able to work in-office 2 days per week

Nice to Have :

• Experience with colour grading or audio mixing
• Familiarity with AI editing tools or workflow automations
• Motion design fundamentals

How to Apply : Send your CV, portfolio / showreel, and a short intro to Include "Video Editor- Cape Town" in the subject line. We can't wait to meet you.