Overview
Video Content Editor – Podcasts & Social Media Jobs in Johannesburg, Gauteng at Growth Troops
Full Job Description
Video Content Editor – Podcasts & Social Media
Location: Remote (Available During U.S. Business Hours)
Reports To: Head of Content or Executive Producer
Type: Full-Time
The Role
We’re looking for a Video Content Editor who can craft exceptional audio-visual stories from interviews, expert discussions, and brand media. In this role, you’ll shape the way our podcast and video content comes to life—handling everything from post-production to platform-specific optimization.
This is a high-ownership role for someone who’s fluent in YouTube storytelling, skilled in short-form editing, and passionate about content that educates, engages, and converts.
Key Responsibilities
Edit long-form podcast episodes into engaging audio and video formats
Produce short-form clips that capture key moments and drive distribution on TikTok, LinkedIn, and YouTube Shorts
Enhance content with color correction, motion graphics, audio leveling, and creative cuts
Maintain file structures, asset libraries, and delivery timelines across a growing volume of content
Collaborate with the creative team to shape show flow, visuals, and pacing
Monitor metrics like watch time, CTR, and audience retention to iterate on format
Act as a quality gatekeeper for everything we publish—visually and sonically
Support marketing efforts with video assets tailored to campaign goals
Optimize workflows and templates to increase editing efficiency
Qualifications
5+ years of video/audio editing experience in a content-driven environment
Proficiency in Adobe Premiere Pro, After Effects, Audition, and similar tools
Demonstrated experience producing content that performs across social and thought leadership channels
Solid grasp of content strategy, storytelling, and brand voice
Strong time management and communication in a remote team setting
Analytical mindset—comfortable using data to guide creative evolution
Preferred
Experience in B2B media or SaaS industries
Working knowledge of SEO and tagging best practices for YouTube and podcasts
Experience mentoring or reviewing the work of other editors
Systems thinker who thrives on operational improvement
Title: Video Content Editor – Podcasts & Social Media
Company: Growth Troops
Location: Johannesburg, Gauteng
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