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Job Description: We are seeking a highly skilled and creative Senior Video Editor to join our content production team. The ideal candidate should have an expert-level understanding of video editing tools, visual storytelling, sound design, and post-production workflows. You will lead the video editing team, ensure consistent quality, and bring fresh, engaging ideas to life through exceptional video content. Key Responsibilities: 1. Video Editing & Post-Production: Edit raw footage into polished videos for social media, ads, product launches, events, and more. Work across formats—Reels, YouTube videos, branded content, interviews, explainer videos, testimonials, etc. Apply transitions, titles, motion graphics, color correction, and sound design. 2. Team Leadership: Supervise junior editors and freelancers, providing feedback, training, and quality control. Ensure delivery of high-standard outputs aligned with creative vision and brand guidelines. 3. Creative Input & Conceptualization: Collaborate with directors, content strategists, and graphic designers to conceptualize videos. Contribute to storyboarding, scripting, and visual direction. Innovate and push creative boundaries to deliver stand-out content. 4. Workflow & Asset Management: Manage file organization, backups, naming conventions, and post-production pipelines. Maintain libraries of stock footage, music, and templates. Optimize workflows for faster turnaround and multi-platform delivery. 5. Technical Expertise: Stay updated with the latest software updates, plug-ins, and trends in video editing and motion graphics. Troubleshoot technical issues and maintain system performance in editing suites. Required Skills: Proficiency in Adobe Premiere Pro, After Effects, Audition, Final Cut Pro, DaVinci Resolve (any combination depending on your workflow). Strong sense of visual storytelling, pacing, and audio-visual synchronization. Basic to intermediate knowledge of motion graphics and animation. Knowledge of video formats, codecs, frame rates, and resolutions across platforms (YouTube, Instagram, Meta Ads, OTT). Ability to work under tight deadlines without compromising quality. Preferred Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree or diploma in Film, Media, Design, or related field. 5+ years of relevant experience in a media agency, production company, or brand team. A strong portfolio/showreel demonstrating versatility in editing styles. Soft Skills: Eye for detail and aesthetics. Strong communication and time-management skills. Creative problem-solving mindset. Leadership, mentoring, and collaborative skills.
