Video Editor

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Job Description

Username Properties is looking for a highly creative and skilled In-House Video Editor to join our dynamic marketing team.
You will work closely with our on-site Videographer to handle the post-production, packaging, and optimization of top-quality video content that highlights our properties, events, and company achievements.

The perfect candidate is a skilled storyteller with a strong focus on social media.
You must have a deep understanding of how to edit, style, and package raw footage into high-performing, cinematic digital content that is ready for publishing right away.

Key Responsibilities

Expert Video Editing & Post-Production

Turn raw footage from the videographer into engaging, high-performing videos using industry-standard software.
Use advanced post-production techniques like precise color grading, audio cleaning, sound design, visual effects, and smooth transitions.Add high-quality motion graphics, kinetic typography, titles, and text overlays to boost viewer engagement.

Platform-Specific Packaging & Optimization

Convert master footage into custom formats that are optimized for different platforms, such as Instagram Reels, TikTok, YouTube Shorts, and longer YouTube videos.
Help design eye-catching, high-click-through-rate (CTR) thumbnails and preview images for digital platforms.Adjust video pacing, hooks, and captions to increase viewer retention across different algorithms.

Audio Post-Production & Sound Design

Clean, balance, and enhance voiceovers, interviews, and client testimonials.
Find, choose, and include trending, royalty-free music and sound effects that enhance the brand's emotional connection with the audience.

Content Strategy, Pacing & Trend Monitoring

Keep up with the latest global and local digital video trends, editing styles, and viral formats to keep Username Properties' content up-to-date.
Work with the videographer and social media team to come up with creative hooks and storytelling formats that connect with Kenyan investors and the diaspora.

Digital Asset Management

Maintain a well-organized, easily searchable library of raw footage, project files, sound assets, and final deliverables in both the cloud and on local storage.
Ensure smooth handoffs between production and publishing teams.

Requirements:

Experience: At least 2 years of experience in video editing, preferably in a fast-paced agency, media company, or corporate marketing department.

Software Mastery: Advanced skills in Adobe Premiere Pro, After Effects, and CapCut.
Familiarity with DaVinci Resolve or Final Cut Pro is a plus.

Platform Expertise: In-depth knowledge of the specific video formats, aspect ratios, ideal lengths, and audience behavior on YouTube, Instagram, TikTok, and Facebook.

Motion Graphics: Strong ability to create custom motion graphics, lower thirds, and animated text overlays.

Storytelling Skills: Excellent narrative editing skills—ability to find the "hook" and build a compelling story from raw footage without needing direction.

Efficiency: Strong time management skills with a proven ability to meet tight deadlines and handle multiple editing projects at the same time.

Market Awareness: A solid understanding of the Kenyan digital landscape and the visual styles that appeal to local and diaspora real estate buyers.

Portfolio: A complete portfolio or showreel that demonstrates advanced editing techniques, color grading, and successful social media video formats is required.

Method of Application

Interested and qualified? Go to Username Properities on docs.google.com to apply