Video Editor - Entertainment

Placements24; Bloemfontein; Hybrid; ZAR 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Hybrid work

Editing equipment

Creative team

Job summary

Placements24 in Welkom, South Africa, seeks a skilled Video Editor to join its creative team in a hybrid role, blending on-site collaboration with remote flexibility. You will transform raw footage into polished, engaging content for social media, websites, and broadcasts, shaping narratives with pacing, color, and sound.

The ideal candidate has a strong storytelling eye and proficiency in Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro, or DaVinci Resolve, with experience in motion graphics a plus.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Video Editor with a diverse portfolio showcasing strong editing and storytelling skills.
• Proficiency in professional video editing software such as Adobe Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro, or DaVinci Resolve.
• Experience with motion graphics and animation software (e.g., Adobe After Effects) is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Edit raw video footage into compelling narratives for various platforms, including social media, web, and broadcast.
• Incorporate graphics, music, sound effects, and color correction to enhance video quality and impact.
• Collaborate with directors, producers, and other creative team members to achieve project vision.
• Manage and organize video assets, ensuring efficient workflow and timely delivery.
• Stay current with video editing technologies, trends, and best practices in the Arts & Entertainment landscape.

Skills

Video editing

Storytelling

Team collaboration

Tools

Adobe Premiere Pro

Final Cut Pro

DaVinci Resolve

After Effects

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a skilled Video Editor to join their creative team in Welkom , contributing to the vibrant Arts & Entertainment industry. This hybrid role provides a dynamic work environment where you can collaborate with colleagues while also enjoying remote flexibility. You will be responsible for transforming raw footage into polished, engaging video content that captivates audiences. The ideal candidate has a strong eye for storytelling, a mastery of editing software, and a passion for creating high-impact visual narratives. Join us in producing captivating content that defines the future of digital entertainment.

Key Responsibilities

• Edit raw video footage into compelling narratives for various platforms, including social media, web, and broadcast.
• Incorporate graphics, music, sound effects, and color correction to enhance video quality and impact.
• Collaborate with directors, producers, and other creative team members to achieve project vision.
• Manage and organize video assets, ensuring efficient workflow and timely delivery.
• Stay current with video editing technologies, trends, and best practices in the Arts & Entertainment landscape.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Video Editor with a diverse portfolio showcasing strong editing and storytelling skills.
• Proficiency in professional video editing software such as Adobe Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro, or DaVinci Resolve.
• Experience with motion graphics and animation software (e.g., Adobe After Effects) is a plus.
• Strong understanding of pacing, rhythm, and visual composition in video storytelling.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, suitable for a hybrid work model.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• A flexible hybrid work arrangement, offering a balance between remote and in-office work.
• Opportunity to work on diverse and exciting projects within the Arts & Entertainment sector.
• Access to state-of-the-art editing equipment and software.
• A creative and supportive team environment dedicated to producing outstanding visual content.