We're looking for a creative YouTube Editor to join our team. This role is responsible for editing long and short form YouTube content while maintaining the creative direction and language of the brand / talent on a recurring schedule.
You'll work closely with the creative production team and the talent to ensure that the YouTube videos are delivered timely and visually aligned with the brand.
Key Responsibilities
Edit long-form and short-form videos from raw footage.
Add captions, motion graphics, and sound design.
Maintain a consistent visual style / brand across all content..
Deliver videos on a set weekly / monthly cadence.
Organise and manage footage / project files.
Required Skills & Qualifications
2+ years of experience in video editing, preferably with YouTube or long-form content.
Strong storytelling, pacing and visual editing skills.
Proficiency in editing software such as Adobe Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro, Capcut or DaVinci Resolve.
Strong understanding of YouTube content formats and audience retention.
Ability to edit talking-head, interview, lifestyle, documentary and brand content.
Good knowledge of sound design music selection, colour grading and captions.
Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain visual consistency.
Good communication and time-management skills.
Nice to Have:
Experience editing for YouTube creators, brands and agencies.
Experience with motion graphics and basics animation.
Strong understanding of YouTube analytics and audience retention.
Experience editing documentaries, interviews or lifestyle content.
Ability to create engaging short-form content from long-form footage.
Good understanding of current YouTube editing trends.
Experience working with high-resolution footage and professional camera formats.
Who This Role Is For:
A creative and detail-oriented YouTube editor who is great at storytelling to drive audience retention and engagement.
If you can create a long and short form engaging videos while maintaining brand visual voice, this role is for you.
Work Structure:
Hybrid - Remote work with occasionally required in-person availability in Lagos.