Overview
Video Editor Jobs in South Africa at Prospa
Title: Video Editor
Company: Prospa
Location: South Africa
Please include a link to your portfolio when applying. Applications without a portfolio link will not be considered.
Location: Remote (must work UK hours, 9am–5pm GMT, Monday–Friday)
Type: Full-time
Start Date: ASAP
About the Role
We’re looking for a talented Short Form Video Editor to join our agency. You’ll be responsible for editing content produced by our in-house videographer for the agencies ad account and organic social channels, as well as repurposing our long-form podcast content into high volumes of engaging short form clips.
This role is ideal for someone with a sharp eye for pacing, storytelling, and platform-native trends, who can consistently turn raw footage into scroll-stopping content.
Responsibilities
- Edit short form video content for paid ad campaigns and organic social channels (TikTok, Instagram Reels, YouTube Shorts)
- Repurpose long-form podcast content into multiple short form clips on a regular, high-volume basis
- Add creative overlays, captions, sound design, and transitions to maximise engagement and retention
- Work closely with our videographer, content, and our marketing team to align on creative direction and brand tone
- Maintain a consistent output of clean, high-quality edits that meet agency standards
- Stay on top of short form trends, formats, and platform best practices, bringing fresh ideas to every edit
- Manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously across different channels
Requirements
- 2+ years of experience as a short form video editor, ideally within an agency or similar fast-paced environment
- Proficiency in Adobe Premiere Pro is essential
- Experience with additional tools such as After Effects, CapCut, DaVinci Resolve, or similar is a strong plus
- A strong portfolio demonstrating clean, high-quality editing with creative use of overlays, transitions, captions, and pacing
- Excellent understanding of short form content strategy across TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube
- Ability to work UK hours (9am–5pm GMT), Monday to Friday
- Strong communication skills and ability to take and apply feedback quickly
- Highly organised, deadline-driven, and comfortable managing a high volume of edits
How to Apply
- Please include a link to your portfolio when applying. Applications without a portfolio link will not be considered.