Social Media Video Editor

We are seeking a highly skilled and adaptable Social Media Video Editor to join our dynamic content team. This role is pivotal in shaping our visual storytelling across platforms such as TikTok, Instagram Reels, and YouTube Shorts. The ideal candidate is not just a traditional editor but a social-native creator who understands the fast-paced nature of internet trends. You will be comfortable working with both advanced editing software and cloud-based collaboration tools to produce engaging, trend-driven content quickly. If you excel at storytelling through video, thrive under tight deadlines, and know how to captivate viewers within the first few seconds, this position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to a fast-moving creative environment.

Key Responsibilities

- End-to-End Editing: Manage the entire editing process including cutting, colour grading, and audio mixing for both short-form and long-form social media videos optimized for platforms like TikTok, Instagram, YouTube, and X.
- Dual-Workflow Execution: Utilize traditional non-linear editing software such as Adobe Premiere Pro or DaVinci Resolve for complex edits, while also leveraging CapCut for rapid, same-day trend-based content creation.
- Real-Time Collaboration: Engage actively with CapCut’s cloud and team spaces to co-author edits, allowing social and creative teams to review and approve content quickly and efficiently.
- Trend Adaptation: Stay highly attuned to current social media trends, viral audio clips, and meme formats, applying these insights to produce timely and relevant content.
- Pacing and Retention Optimization: Use a deep understanding of viewer psychology to eliminate dead air, optimize pacing, incorporate dynamic text and motion graphics, and maximize audience retention.
- Asset Management: Maintain well-organized project files, media bins, and cloud storage to ensure seamless hand-offs and collaboration within the team.

Required Qualifications

- Experience: Minimum of 2 years professional video editing experience focused on social-first content. A portfolio or reel showcasing your work is required.
- Software Mastery: Advanced skills in professional editing tools such as Adobe Premiere Pro or DaVinci Resolve.
- CapCut Expertise: Extensive experience with CapCut’s desktop application, cloud collaboration features, and co-authoring workflows beyond basic mobile editing.
- Speed and Agility: Proven ability to perform under pressure in a fast-paced environment with same-day turnaround expectations.
- Visual Storytelling: Strong eye for motion graphics, typography, colour grading, and sound design that transforms footage into compelling content. Experience with After Effects and AI enhancement tools is advantageous.
- Communication: Excellent communication skills with the ability to receive immediate feedback and collaborate effectively with designers, motion designers, copywriters, and producers for rapid iteration.

Preferred Qualifications and Benefits

- Flexible working hours to support work-life balance.
- A collaborative, growth-oriented work environment.
- Opportunities to work on a variety of brands and creative projects.
- This is a full-time, in-person role.

Interested candidates are encouraged to apply with their CV and portfolio or relevant professional profiles.