Video Editor

Placements24; Mossel Bay; Hybrid; ZAR 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary incentives

Health insurance

Professional growth

Creative environment

Editing suites

Paid time off

Job summary

Placements24 in Mossel Bay is seeking a talented Video Editor to join our creative team. You will assemble raw footage into polished final products for web, social, and broadcast across campaigns.

The ideal candidate has a strong portfolio and proficiency in Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro, or DaVinci Resolve, with a keen eye for timing, pacing, and storytelling. Motion graphics and After Effects experience is a plus; you will collaborate closely with producers and directors in a fast-paced studio.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Video Editor with a strong portfolio.
• Proficiency in Adobe Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro, or DaVinci Resolve.
• Understanding of video formats, codecs, and delivery specifications for different platforms.
• Strong sense of timing, pacing, and visual storytelling.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to work methodically.
• Experience with motion graphics and After Effects is a significant advantage.

Responsibilities

• Edit raw video footage into polished, engaging content for various platforms (web, social media, broadcast).
• Incorporate graphics, special effects, music, and sound effects to enhance video narratives.
• Collaborate with the production team to understand project requirements, objectives, and desired outcomes.
• Ensure continuity, pacing, and overall flow of the video edit to maintain audience engagement.
• Manage and organize project files, assets, and archives efficiently.
• Stay updated with the latest video editing trends, techniques, and software advancements.

Skills

Timing and pacing

Storytelling

Attention to detail

Tools

Adobe Premiere Pro

Final Cut Pro

DaVinci Resolve

After Effects

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a talented and detail-oriented Video Editor to join their creative team in Mossel Bay . You will be responsible for assembling raw footage into compelling final video products, ensuring technical proficiency and creative storytelling. This role requires a strong understanding of narrative structure, pacing, and visual aesthetics, along with expertise in professional editing software. You will work on a variety of projects, including marketing content, promotional videos, corporate communications, and digital media, collaborating closely with producers, directors, and other creative professionals to bring their visions to life and enhance the client's brand presence through dynamic visual content.

Key Responsibilities

• Edit raw video footage into polished, engaging content for various platforms (web, social media, broadcast).
• Incorporate graphics, special effects, music, and sound effects to enhance video narratives.
• Collaborate with the production team to understand project requirements, objectives, and desired outcomes.
• Ensure continuity, pacing, and overall flow of the video edit to maintain audience engagement.
• Manage and organize project files, assets, and archives efficiently.
• Stay updated with the latest video editing trends, techniques, and software advancements.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Video Editor with a strong portfolio showcasing diverse video projects.
• Proficiency in professional video editing software such as Adobe Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro, or DaVinci Resolve.
• Understanding of video formats, codecs, and delivery specifications for different platforms.
• Strong sense of timing, pacing, and visual storytelling.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to work methodically.
• Experience with motion graphics and After Effects is a significant advantage.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based incentives.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Opportunities for professional development and skill enhancement.
• A creative and collaborative work environment in Mossel Bay .
• Access to modern editing suites and equipment.
• Generous paid time off and holiday benefits.