Videographer/ Video Editor at May Publishing Ltd

Job Summary

• We are looking for a creative and detail-oriented Videographer/Video Editor with strong graphics design and motion picture experience to join our team.
• The ideal candidate will be responsible for planning, shooting, designing, and editing high-quality visual content that aligns with our brand’s vision.
• This role is critical in telling compelling stories, creating promotional and educational content, and supporting marketing, social media, and publication projects.

Key Responsibilities

Pre-Production & Planning:

• Collaborate with content, marketing, and editorial teams to conceptualize video and visual projects.
• Develop scripts, storyboards, and shot lists.
• Design visual elements, layouts, and motion graphics to complement video content.
• Plan shoots, including location scouting, scheduling, and equipment setup.

Production (Videography):

• Capture high-quality video footage using professional equipment.
• Direct video shoots, including lighting, sound, and camera angles.
• Ensure proper framing, composition, and brand consistency.

Post-Production (Video Editing & Motion Graphics):

• Edit raw footage into polished final videos using industry-standard software (Premiere Pro, After Effects, DaVinci Resolve, etc.).
• Create and integrate graphics, motion graphics, and animations for video projects.
• Design visual assets (thumbnails, social media banners, video intros/outros).
• Optimize videos for multiple platforms (social media, web, events, etc.).
• Ensure all outputs meet brand guidelines and deadlines.

Quality Control & Delivery:

• Review and revise videos and designs based on feedback.
• Maintain organized video files, design assets, and an accessible media archive.

Qualifications & Skills

• 2 - 4 years of proven experience as a videographer, video editor, and graphics designer (portfolio required).
• Proficiency in video editing software (Adobe Premiere Pro, After Effects, Final Cut Pro, DaVinci Resolve) and design tools (Photoshop, Illustrator, Canva).
• Strong knowledge of lighting, sound, cinematography, and visual storytelling principles.
• Ability to produce motion graphics and animated content.
• Creativity, storytelling skills, and a keen eye for aesthetics.
• Excellent time-management skills to handle multiple projects simultaneously.

Preferred:

• Experience producing short-form video for social media (Reels, TikTok, YouTube Shorts).
• Photography skills (bonus).
• Knowledge of branding and visual identity design.