YouTube Video Editor

RECODemand Corp.; South Africa; Remote; ZAR 48,000 - 96,000; Full time

Job summary

RECODemand Corp. is seeking a talented Video Editor to transform raw footage into polished YouTube-style videos that align with our brand and engage audiences.

You will collaborate with content and creative teams to ensure each video meets quality standards and deadlines, bringing stories to life with pacing, overlays, and motion graphics. The ideal candidate has at least 2 years of professional editing experience, strong knowledge of YouTube best practices, and a keen eye for storytelling.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of professional video editing experience.
• Experience editing for YouTube and social platforms.
• Proficiency in Adobe Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro, or similar.
• Understanding of YouTube pacing, hooks, and retention.
• Strong attention to detail and storytelling.
• Reliable communication and ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Edit long-form YouTube videos from provided raw footage.
• Enhance videos with motion graphics, overlays, transitions, B-roll, sound effects, and music.
• Ensure videos align with branding, tone, and storytelling style.
• Optimize pacing to maximize viewer retention.
• Implement feedback and revisions while maintaining quality.
• Organize project files and maintain an efficient editing workflow.

Skills

Video editing

Adobe Premiere Pro

YouTube editing

Storytelling

YouTube optimization

Tools

Final Cut Pro

Job description

Compensation: $55 USD per video and $10 per thumbnail

About RECODemand

RECODemand is a fast-growing, content-driven company that helps entrepreneurs and businesses scale through automation, digital strategy, and high-impact video content. Our brand is built on clear messaging, engaging storytelling, and consistent production, especially across YouTube and social platforms.

As we continue to expand our content output, we are looking for a talented, reliable Video Editor to support our video production pipeline and help bring our content to life in a polished, professional, and engaging way.

About the Role

The Video Editor will be responsible for transforming raw footage into compelling YouTube-style and social media videos that align with our brand standards and hold audience attention. This role is ideal for someone who understands pacing, storytelling, and platform-specific best practices, and who enjoys working in a collaborative, feedback-driven environment.

You will work closely with our content and creative teams to ensure each video meets quality expectations, brand tone, and deadlines.

Key Responsibilities

• Edit long-form YouTube videos from provided raw footage
• Enhance videos with motion graphics, text overlays, transitions, B-roll, sound effects, and music as appropriate
• Ensure videos align with Agent Advisory's branding, tone, and storytelling style
• Optimize pacing, cuts, and structure to maximize viewer retention and engagement
• Implement feedback and revisions efficiently while maintaining quality standards
• Manage multiple projects and consistently meet assigned turnaround times and deadlines
• Organize project files and maintain a clean, efficient editing workflow

Qualifications & Requirements

• Minimum of 2 year of professional video editing experience
• Proven experience editing online video content, particularly for YouTube and social platforms
• Strong proficiency in Adobe Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro, or comparable editing software
• Solid understanding of YouTube and social video best practices, including pacing, hooks, and viewer retention
• Strong attention to detail with a creative eye for storytelling and flow
• Reliable communication skills and the ability to follow creative direction
• Excellent time management and ability to work independently