Junior Video Editor, YouTube, Podcast Content

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in South Africa.

📋 Description

• Edit long-form YouTube videos and video podcasts, including edits involving multiple cameras when necessary.

• Generate short-form clips (Shorts, Reels, TikToks) from podcast and YouTube material.

• Implement clean cuts, appropriate pacing, basic motion graphics, captions, and sound balancing tailored for YouTube audiences.

• Utilize AI-driven tools to enhance editing workflows, including captioning, clipping, noise reduction, and content optimization.

• Work collaboratively with producers and creators to effectively incorporate feedback and adjustments.

• Ensure all video content adheres to brand standards, platform best practices, and publishing criteria.

• Organize project files and assets to facilitate an efficient remote workflow.

⛳️ Requirements

• A minimum of 1 year of practical experience in editing YouTube videos and/or video podcasts.

• Proven experience with contemporary AI tools in video editing processes (e.g., AI-assisted editing, auto-captioning, audio cleanup, clip generation, or similar).

• Proficiency in at least one professional video editing software (e.g., Adobe Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro, DaVinci Resolve, or similar).

• Strong understanding of YouTube and podcast content formats, pacing, and viewer engagement strategies.

• Essential: Previous remote work experience, demonstrating proficiency with collaboration tools and platforms such as Slack, Zoom, Google Workspace, Asana (or similar). Candidates must have experience working with US or UK-based companies; applications lacking this experience will not be considered.

• Capable of receiving feedback, meeting deadlines, and communicating effectively in a remote setting.

🏝️ Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based incentives.

• Flexible working hours and remote work opportunities.

• Access to professional development resources and training.