Videographer & Video Editor (Short-Form)

Rot Media is a dynamic content team specializing in high-growth short-form video, particularly reels that leverage humor and relatability to engage audiences and stop the scroll. The team transforms shareable moments into strategic brand assets that help businesses stand out in social media algorithms and build highly engaged communities. With expertise ranging from viral scripting to precise editing, Rot Media offers comprehensive creative support, allowing clients to focus on scaling their brands. The work environment is fast-paced and creative, centered on performance-driven content and measurable audience impact.

Key Responsibilities
- Shoot and edit short-form video content such as reels, TikToks, and YouTube Shorts, ensuring alignment with brand guidelines and creative briefs.
- Set up camera and lighting equipment to capture high-quality footage with strong framing and steady handheld shots.
- Edit videos for pacing, storytelling, and optimization across various social media platforms.
- Collaborate closely with the creative team on developing concepts, scripts, hooks, and visual styles.
- Adapt content to suit different social media channels, maintaining relevance and engagement.
- Organize and maintain media libraries for efficient content management.
- Stay updated on the latest short-form video trends and incorporate them into content strategies.
- Ensure timely delivery of video content for ongoing campaigns.
- Participate in on-location shoots as required, primarily based in Lahore.

Required Qualifications
- A portfolio showcasing short-form content (Reels, TikToks, or Shorts) that the candidate has personally shot and edited.
- Proficiency in shooting video using an iPhone, with skills in framing, steady handheld shots, and capturing clean audio.
- Ability to use natural light and simple lighting setups effectively for both indoor and outdoor shoots.
- Strong editing skills in CapCut, including cuts, captions, transitions, sound syncing, and trending edit styles.
- Solid understanding of short-form video formats and best practices for Instagram Reels, TikTok, and YouTube Shorts, including the importance of hooks within the first two seconds, pacing, and viewer retention.
- Awareness of current social media trends and the ability to adapt these trends to different brand voices.
- Openness to feedback and the ability to implement revisions quickly.
- Reliability, responsiveness, and consistent ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Residency in Lahore with availability for on-location shoots.

Preferred Qualifications and Benefits
- A degree in film, media, or a related field is advantageous but not mandatory.

This hybrid full-time role offers some flexibility for remote work but requires a strong presence in Lahore for collaborative and on-location work. The position is ideal for creative professionals passionate about short-form video content and eager to contribute to a performance-driven team focused on impactful storytelling and audience engagement.