Video Editor & Motion Designer

About the Role

Our client is looking for a South African-based Video Creative who can produce high-performing video content for ads, social media, and YouTube. You should be comfortable working with short-form and long-form content, motion graphics, and AI video tools.

Key Responsibilities

• Video Ads & Performance Creatives
• Create video ads for platforms like Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube
• Creation and editing of performance-focused creatives optimized for hook, retention, and conversion
• Adapt and resize videos for different placements and aspect ratios (1:1, 9:16, 16:9, etc.)
• Social Media & Reels
• Create and edit engaging reels and short-form content for Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube Shorts
• Add captions, transitions, effects, and trends to increase watch time and shares
• Repurpose long-form content into multiple short-form clips
• YouTube & Long-Form
• Create and edit YouTube videos (vlogs, educational content, product videos, etc.)
• Structure videos with strong pacing, storytelling, and clear calls to action
• Add simple motion graphics, lower thirds, intros/outros, and end screens
• Motion Graphics & AI Video
• Create motion graphics for intros, transitions, titles, and overlays
• Design simple animated elements for ads and explainer-style content
• Use AI video tools (e.g., for B-roll, effects, or enhancement) to speed up production and improve quality
• Proficiency in latest AI tools for creating hyper realistic/ premium/high-end photorealistic video content
• Collaboration & Workflow
• Work closely with marketing, creative, and copy teams to align with campaign goals
• Manage video files, project timelines, and revisions efficiently
• Stay up to date with video trends, hooks, and formats that perform well

Requirements

• Based in South Africa
• At least 2 years of experience as a Video Editor / Motion Designer
• Proven showreel/portfolio demonstrating:
• Video ads, reels, and YouTube videos
• Basic to intermediate motion graphics
• Familiarity or experience with AI video tools
• Proficiency in:
• Adobe Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro, or DaVinci Resolve
• After Effects (or similar) for motion graphics
• Strong understanding of:
• Social-first video formats and best practices
• Storytelling and pacing for digital audiences
• Sound design basics (music, effects, levels)

Nice to Have

• Experience editing UGC-style ads or direct-response creatives
• Experience working with online brands, eCommerce, or info products
• Basic knowledge of YouTube SEO and thumbnail collaboration

How to Apply

Please send:

• Your CV
• A link to your showreel/portfolio (ads, reels, YouTube, motion graphics, AI video work)
• A short note on your rates (project-based or retainer) and availability