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What You’ll Do

• Report across formats and beats, adapting to story needs and editorial priorities. 
• Source, pitch, and develop original story ideas that meet TC’s editorial standards.
• Build and maintain relationships with sources across sectors.
• Collaborate with editors, designers, and product teams to tell stories in innovative ways.
• Uphold TechCabal’s editorial principles. 

Why Join Us? At TechCabal, you’ll:

• Learn from an experienced, ambitious editorial team.
• Develop a range across beats before specialising.
• Work on stories that travel locally and globally.
• Be part of shaping the conversation on how technology is changing Africa.
• If you’re excited to report with rigour, write with clarity, and explore the breadth of African tech, we want to hear from you.

Requirements

What We’re Looking For

• Demonstrated ability to write clearly, engagingly, and with purpose.
• A broad curiosity across African technology and its intersections with business, policy, and culture.
• Evidence of critical thinking and the ability to find distinct angles.
• Strong research and interviewing skills.
• Comfort with deadlines and multiple story formats.
• A collaborative spirit and willingness to learn from feedback.

Nice to Have

• Familiarity with digital publishing tools (WordPress, newsletter platforms, basic CMS).
• Comfort interpreting basic data and using it to inform reporting.
• Multimedia skills (audio, video, graphics) are a great plus.

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Job Summary

This role will report to the Head of Cabal Creative. As a Senior Video Editor, you will be required to work with the cabal creative team on all projects. Duties include. 

• Edit to an excellent standard using a variety of software such as Adobe After Effects, Premier Pro, Final Cut ProX (Mac) 
• Produce broadcast-quality content, including TV commercials, promotional videos, and documentaries. 
• Create archiving standards for future use, such as naming conventions and file size/type requirements. 
• Work with creative teams to develop ideas, storyboards, and shot lists, translating briefs into compelling video narratives. 
• Able to work closely with team members for the shared vision of the Company.

This demanding role requires a committed and responsible person with excellent communication and organisational skills. Leadership and motivational qualities are essential, as is the ability to multitask and prioritise work. 

Job Details

The right person for this role will have:

• Advanced knowledge and understanding of matters relating to Videography, especially in Cinematography, Photography, Sound, Lighting and Production and Project management.

Duties Include

• Oversee workflows for Editing, colour grading, set & sound designs and Cinematography.
• Maintain best standards across all postproduction steps, including quality control and final delivery.
• Manage timelines and assets to ensure efficient and on-time delivery of content.
• Supervising and organising production personnel when needed.
• Coordinating set construction, lighting and sound requirements.
• Making sure that the video or audio segments are in the correct broadcast order
• Active involvement in the creative side of the job by pitching ideas, helping to develop stories, scripts and suggesting improvements.
• Order, reserve, or rent the equipment needed to complete a production and increase the production value for a particular project.