Assist World

Social Media Video Editor (Short-Form Focus)

Assist World South Africa 1 day ago
marketing
About the Role
We’re looking for a skilled and detail-oriented Social Media Video Editor to support a growing media and marketing studio. This role focuses on transforming raw footage into compelling short-form content designed to perform on platforms like Instagram Reels and TikTok.

You’ll primarily be editing talking-head content, along with property features and event recap videos, with an emphasis on storytelling, pacing, and visual impact.
If you enjoy hunkering down, editing daily, and bringing stories to life through video, this role is a great fit.

Responsibilities
● Edit long-form recorded footage into engaging short-form content (Reels, TikToks, Shorts)
● Create dynamic, scroll-stopping videos that align with each client’s brand and voice
● Edit primarily talking-head videos, with additional property walkthroughs and event recap content
● Add captions, text overlays, cuts, transitions and light motion where appropriate
● Design carousel post graphics using Canva, including compelling text and visuals that stand out while staying on-brand
● Meet all deadlines consistently and communicate clearly around timelines
● Receive feedback and make revisions quickly and accurately
● Organize and manage project files efficiently

Required Skills & Experience
● Strong experience editing short-form social content
● Proficiency in Adobe Premiere ProCapCut, and Canva
● Proven ability to turn raw footage into clear, engaging stories
● Strong sense of pacing, hooks and storytelling for social media
● Experience with captions, on-screen text, and graphic overlays
● Excellent communication skills and responsiveness
● Ability to take direction and apply feedback thoughtfully
● Reliable, organized and deadline-driven

Nice to Have
● Experience editing real estate, lifestyle, hospitality, or event content
● Understanding of current Instagram and TikTok trends
● Ability to adapt editing style to multiple client brands
● Passion for content creation and digital storytelling

What Success Looks Like
● Videos feel dynamic, polished and on-brand
● Content consistently meets deadlines with minimal revisions needed
● You’re proactive, communicative and dependable
● Content stands out in crowded feeds
Why Join Assist World?

100% REMOTE
$50 birthday bonus
$200 testimonial bonus
$300 tenure bonus every 6 months
$500 entry monthly raffle
NO TRACKER. NO PROBLEM

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