Video Editor - Digital Content

Placements24; Durban; Hybrid; ZAR 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Fully remote

Work-life balance

Diverse projects

Professional development

Creative team culture

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a talented and detail-oriented Video Editor for a remote-first Arts & Entertainment team. You will transform raw footage into polished content for promotional materials and social platforms, focusing on storytelling, pacing, and visual aesthetics.

The role requires strong editing skills with Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro, or DaVinci Resolve, and collaboration with content producers and marketing to deliver engaging videos for YouTube, Instagram, and TikTok.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Video Editor with a portfolio of varied projects.
• Strong storytelling, pacing, and visual aesthetics for digital platforms.
• Ability to work autonomously in a remote environment and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Edit raw footage into high-quality final products with strong storytelling and pacing.
• Add graphics, music, sound effects, and effects as required by the project.
• Collaborate with producers and marketing to understand objectives and implement feedback.
• Organize video assets and maintain efficient workflow and archiving.
• Keep up-to-date with industry trends and editing techniques.
• Deliver outputs in formats suitable for YouTube, Instagram, and TikTok.

Skills

Video editing

Storytelling

Remote collaboration

Tools

Adobe Premiere Pro

Final Cut Pro

DaVinci Resolve

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a talented and detail-oriented Video Editor to join their remote-first Arts & Entertainment team. You will play a pivotal role in transforming raw footage into polished, engaging video content for a variety of digital platforms, including promotional materials, social media clips, and online series. This position requires a strong understanding of storytelling, pacing, and visual aesthetics, coupled with technical proficiency in editing software. You will work closely with content producers and marketing teams to bring creative visions to life, ensuring all video output meets high-quality standards and resonates effectively with our target audience.

Key Responsibilities

• Edit raw video footage into high-quality, compelling final products, ensuring seamless storytelling and optimal pacing.
• Incorporate graphics, music, sound effects, and special effects to enhance video content according to project requirements.
• Collaborate with the content production team to understand project objectives, review footage, and implement feedback effectively.
• Manage and organize video assets, ensuring efficient workflow and proper archiving of project files.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest video editing techniques, software updates, and industry trends.
• Deliver final edited videos in various formats suitable for different digital platforms (e.g., YouTube, Instagram, TikTok).

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Video Editor , with a portfolio showcasing a range of video projects, preferably within the Arts & Entertainment industry.
• Proficiency in professional video editing software such as Adobe Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro, or DaVinci Resolve.
• Strong understanding of video formats, codecs, and post-production workflows.
• Excellent eye for detail, storytelling ability, and a sense of rhythm and timing.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a remote environment, managing deadlines effectively.
• Experience with motion graphics and color correction is a plus.

Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience and skills.
• Fully remote work arrangement, offering significant flexibility and work-life balance.
• Opportunity to contribute to diverse and exciting projects in the Arts & Entertainment sector.
• Access to professional development resources and training in advanced editing techniques.
• A supportive and creative team culture, fostering collaboration and innovation.