Video Editor - Ikate at Mshel Homes Ltd

JOB SUMMARY:

We are seeking a meticulous and creative Video Editor to join our production team. The ideal candidate masters the art of "invisible editing"—seamlessly manipulating and assembling film pieces so the audience remains immersed in the story without noticing the technical work behind it. You will bridge the gap between production and post-production, ensuring continuity and narrative flow from raw script to final cut.

Key Responsibilities

• Invisible Storytelling: Manipulate and edit filmed footage in a way that feels natural and immersive, ensuring the editing work is invisible to the audience and serves the narrative.
• Assembly & Sequencing: Review shooting scripts and raw material to create a shot decision list based on each scene’s value and its contribution to overall continuity.
• Rough to Final Cuts: Trim footage segments, assemble the sequence of the film, and iteratively develop projects from rough cuts to final, polished deliverables.
• Audio & Visual Enhancement: Impute and synchronize music, dialogues, sound effects, and graphics. Perform color correction and apply visual effects as needed.
• Interpret Creative Briefs: Take detailed briefs from the production team and stakeholders to fully grasp project needs, specifications, and desired outcomes.
• Cross-Departmental Consultation: Consult with stakeholders throughout production and post-production processes to align on creative direction and technical requirements.
• Cross-Platform Output: Work closely with other creative team members to repurpose and produce content for the company’s website, social media pages (Instagram, TikTok, YouTube), and other platforms as required.
• Quality Control: Diligently review final productions for errors in audio, visual, and narrative flow, ensuring that all final edits reflect the company’s brand identity and technical specifications.
• Technical Innovation: Continuously discover and implement new editing technologies, software updates, and industry best practices to maximize workflow efficiency and creative output.
• Asset Management: Organize and maintain project files, raw footage, and archives for easy retrieval and future use.

Qualifications

Required Skills & Experience

• Editing Mastery: Proven experience as a Video Editor with a strong portfolio demonstrating narrative flow, pacing, and "invisible" continuity editing.
• Software Proficiency: Advanced knowledge of industry-standard editing software (Adobe Premiere Pro or Final Cut Pro).
• Motion Graphics: Working knowledge of Adobe After Effects for basic motion graphics and title creation.
• Audio Engineering: Experience with audio mixing and cleaning (Adobe Audition, Audacity, or Logic Pro).
• Script-to-Screen Awareness: Ability to review a script and raw footage to determine the best shots for continuity and emotional impact.
• Experience with color grading software (DaVinci Resolve).
• Knowledge of compression standards and export settings for various digital platforms.
• Background in filming or cinematography.