JOB DESCRIPTION

We are looking to hire a talented and experienced creative storytelling Video editor/cinematographer to join our busy production team. As an editor, you will be responsible for assembling recorded film and video footage, applying artistic editing techniques and creating finished, broadcast-worthy projects that accurately reflect the vision of the various briefs.
Candidates must be fully proficient with the skills and understanding of the following, including but not limited to: Adobe Premier, Adobe After-Effect, Creative Suite, Microsoft Office.
Prior experience creating compelling, good storytelling video content on a wide range of briefs for digital & offline marketing functions in an advertising agency is a plus.

The role:

This position will be based in our Maryland, Lagos office, reporting to the Head of Operations.

Duties And Responsibilities

Create high-quality video content for client video projects
Work to a brief, develop and pitch creative ideas and concepts, choosing the appropriate media and style to meet objectives
Overall shooting and editing responsibilities and quality control of all edits – including choice of images and videos, soundtrack, text placement, proofreading and cross-checking facts, spelling, grammar, writing style, colour, etc.
Secure appropriate rights, licenses and clearances for video, image, and soundtrack usage to avoid copyright infringement
Contribute to new video format development and implementation
All-around assistance on post-production activities
You may be required to manage more than one brief at a time and will therefore have to prioritize effectively, allocating the relevant amount of time and resources according to the value of the job – ensuring that deadlines are met on all video projects
You will keep abreast of emerging technologies in new media, particularly video and design programs such as Adobe Premiere Pro, After Effects and other relevant programs from the Adobe Creative Suite
Maintain strong, trusting relationships with all internal and external collaborators – clients and internal teams

Desired Skills & Experience

Attention to detail is key.
Experience working on branded video content is preferred
Great cinematography & video editing portfolio
Skilled with video editing software such as Adobe Premiere Pro, After Effects, etc and a good working knowledge of Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator as it applies video post-production.
Strong attention to detail.
Strong verbal and written communication skills to keep the team up to date on project timelines
Very organized, goal-oriented, and can drive results while multi-tasking priorities
Good knowledge of Google Workspace – docs, sheets, drive, slides, etc.
A lot of energy, passion and enthusiasm - very important. If you’re not looking to challenge yourself, this role isn’t for you.
Are we mentioning “Attention to detail” for the third time? It must be really important then!