Overview
Video Editor Jobs in Sandton, Gauteng 2196 at Talent Sam
We’re looking for a skilled and fast Video Editor to help create engaging short-form Reels and long-form YouTube videos for a growing personal brand in the digital agency space.
We’re currently re-branding and plan to make a big push on content. Your work will be seen by hundreds of thousands of people each month via organic and paid media. If you want to be part of a growing team that is passionate about content – this is for you.
This is a fully remote position, and you must have your own editing setup.
What You’ll Be Doing:
Primary: Editing short-form content to be turned into Reels (30–60 seconds) for Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube Shorts (same video, different outputs)
Currently there is a video editor specifically for YouTube, you may work with them when there is a backlog of content
Adding captions that emphasize key words and ideas for social media impact
Applying a strong sense of rhythm, timing, and storytelling
Delivering a high volume of content efficiently and quickly (you’re quick and polished)
Cadence of deliverables:
We are looking for up to 20+ Reels/short-form content pieces per week (sub 1-min)
Two (2) long form YouTube videos per week. (15-25 min)
Must-Have Skills:
Proficiency in editing software – please include your preferences.
Experience or willing to learn the ins and outs of Riverside for initial video content production (can use it in conjunction with other software)
We will tag or clip different section of the videos from client calls that need to be pulled out and put together into short clips from social media
Proven experience editing content for social media (show us your best work!)
Strong grasp of hooks, pacing, and retention strategies
The ability to re-cut video content to make it higher performing
Fluent in English with strong contextual awareness
Must be able to add our source b-roll to be edited into clips
Strong understanding of new AI tools and how to use them for video production
Ability to work independently and make smart editing choices
Communication via Slack and email with our team
Your own computer and software capable of high-quality video editing
You must be able to produce content quickly. Understanding that social media needs content that is timely and punchy. We are looking for short-form videos that need minimal edits to start with the ability to scale to more edits over time.
Nice-to-Haves:
Proficiency in Final Cut Pro, Adobe Premiere
Experience editing for thought leaders, creators, or agency content
Experience working with other social media teams
Experience working with other North American businesses timezones and culture
This role will liaise directly with the social media manager for content production schedules and timing.
Title: Video Editor
Company: Talent Sam
Location: Sandton, Gauteng 2196
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