Video Editor

Responsibilities:

• Edit raw footage into compelling and audience-ready videos for campaigns, events, social media, and documentaries.
• Incorporate effects, graphics, sound design, subtitles, and animations to strengthen storytelling.
• Collaborate closely with Content Creators, Graphic Designers, and Account Managers to align video outputs with campaign objectives.
• Maintain consistency with Momentum Africa’s brand identity and production standards.
• Manage video archives and ensure organised storage for easy retrieval.
• Meet tight deadlines and deliver outputs that exceed quality expectations.
• Continuously seek creative ways to innovate and improve video editing outputs.

Requirements:

• 1–3 years of hands-on video editing experience, preferably in media, advertising, communications, or agency environments.
• Bachelor’s degree or diploma in Film Production, Media, Communications, or a related field (preferred, not mandatory).
• Strong proficiency in Adobe Premiere Pro, After Effects, and Final Cut Pro.
• Basic sound editing and colour grading skills.
• Familiarity with motion graphics and simple animation.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to excellence.
• Creative problem-solving and ability to tell compelling stories through visuals.
• Excellent time management; ability to deliver under pressure.
• Strong collaboration and communication skills to work with cross-functional teams.
• Portfolio of past work (non-negotiable requirement).
• Evidence of producing content for diverse audiences, ideally including African markets.
• Energetic, innovative, and open to feedback.
• Integrity and accountability in all deliverables.
• Willingness to learn and adapt to new tools and industry standards.
• Respectful, team-oriented, and committed to collaboration.
• Passionate about storytelling that drives social and cultural impact across Africa.

Growth Opportunities:

• Structured technical and soft-skill training through the Bud Academy.
• Exposure to real-world client projects across corporate, NGO, and government sectors.
• Potential career path into Senior Video Editor or Creative Lead roles within 2–3 years.

Key Deliverables/Outputs:

• High-quality, brand-aligned video content delivered on time.
• Consistent and creative use of visual storytelling to amplify campaigns.
• Organised and accessible video library/archives.
• Increased engagement and positive client feedback on video deliverables.

Application Requirements:

• Updated CV/resume.
• Portfolio link or file showcasing at least 3–5 samples of edited video work.
• Shortlisted candidates will undergo a skills test/case assignment.

Remuneration: NGN 250,000 - 350,000