Video Editor

About the role

The Video Editor will be responsible for editing documentary films, podcast episodes, interviews, and promotional video content. The ideal candidate should have a strong understanding of storytelling, visual composition, pacing, sound design, and post-production workflows, along with the ability to work closely with producers, directors, and content teams to deliver polished content.

Role & responsibilities

• Edit documentary films, podcast episodes, interviews, and other video content from raw footage to final output.
• Develop engaging narratives by selecting the right shots, structuring scenes, and maintaining storytelling flow.
• Edit multi-camera podcast recordings, interviews, and panel discussions with seamless transitions and consistent pacing.
• Perform video trimming, sequencing, colour correction, colour grading, and audio-video synchronization.
• Enhance audio quality through noise reduction, sound balancing, and background audio management.
• Add titles, subtitles, lower thirds, graphics, transitions, and other visual elements as required.
• Collaborate with producers, directors, and researchers to understand the creative vision and storytelling objectives of each project.
• Organize footage, manage media files, maintain project timelines, and ensure proper backup of editing assets.
• Create short-form promotional content, teasers, trailers, and social media clips from longer documentaries and podcast episodes.
• Ensure content meets the required technical specifications for different platforms and distribution channels.
• Incorporate feedback from internal teams and clients while maintaining quality and consistency.
• Manage multiple projects and meet deadlines without compromising creative standards.
• Stay updated with video editing trends, storytelling techniques, and emerging post-production tools.