Social Content Video Editor

Posted 14 Days Ago
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Cape Town, Western Cape, ZAF
In-Office
Mid level
Fashion
The Role
Own the end-to-end editing of social-first video content for Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube. Transform raw footage and concepts into polished, engaging edits using strong storytelling, hooks, pacing, captions, sound design, transitions, and visual effects. Adapt content for multiple platforms, incorporate creative feedback, track emerging trends, manage multiple deadlines, and contribute original creative ideas while maintaining high production standards.
Summary Generated by Built In

At Keen, we don't just deliver services we become an extension of our clients' businesses. From digital marketing and creative to customer experience, we help ambitious brands scale through exceptional execution, strategic thinking, and world-class talent. We're a fast-growing agency built on ownership, innovation, and collaboration, helping businesses create meaningful connections with their customers while delivering measurable results.

We're not just building campaigns we're building long-term partnerships, and that's where you come in.

Role Description

We’re looking for a highly creative Video Editor to join our team and take ownership of social-first video content for a high-profile US-based client.

This is an opportunity for an editor who understands that great social content is about more than simply cutting footage together. You’ll have a strong instinct for storytelling, pacing, hooks, visual style and what makes people stop scrolling, turning raw footage and creative ideas into content that feels polished, current and engaging.

You’ll work closely with the client and creative team, with the opportunity to receive direct creative feedback on the content you produce. This role will suit someone who is confident in their editing ability, has a strong creative point of view, and enjoys working in an environment where the quality and personality of the content really matter.

Responsibilities:
  • Own the editing process from raw footage through to polished, platform-ready social content.
  • Identify the strongest moments, stories and hooks within footage and shape them into compelling edits.
  • Create content that feels native to platforms such as Instagram, TikTok and YouTube rather than simply repurposing traditional video.
  • Develop a strong sense of pacing, rhythm and visual storytelling across different types of content.
  • Use captions, text treatments, music, sound design, transitions and visual effects thoughtfully to elevate each edit.
  • Adapt content for different platforms, formats and audiences while maintaining a consistent creative style.
  • Work directly with feedback and creative direction to refine content and push edits further.
  • Bring your own creative ideas to the editing process rather than relying solely on a brief.
  • Keep up with emerging social formats, editing styles, trends and visual storytelling techniques.
  • Manage multiple pieces of content while maintaining a high standard and meeting deadlines.

Requirements
  • 3+ years of professional video editing experience, ideally with a strong focus on social-first content.
  • A portfolio that demonstrates strong creative editing and storytelling, particularly short-form social content.
  • A strong understanding of what makes content engaging and watchable on platforms such as TikTok, Instagram and YouTube.
  • Excellent instincts around hooks, pacing, retention and storytelling.
  • Strong proficiency in Adobe Premiere Pro.
  • Experience with After Effects, Photoshop, CapCut or similar tools is an advantage.
  • A strong visual eye and attention to detail.
  • Someone who can take a rough concept or raw footage and turn it into something polished and compelling.
  • Comfortable receiving direct feedback and making quick, thoughtful revisions.
  • Able to work independently, manage deadlines and take ownership of the quality of your work.
  • Experience working with creators, influencers, personal brands, entertainment or high-profile clients would be advantageous.
Why This Role?

This is a chance to work on high-visibility social content in a role where your editing will have a direct influence on what gets published.

You’ll have the opportunity to work closely with the client, see your work move from raw footage to published content, and contribute creatively rather than simply executing edits from a brief.


Benefits
  • Direct exposure to the client and their creative feedback
  • Creative, collaborative working environment
  • Birthday off
  • Professional development and training opportunities
  • Medical Aid
  • And more benefits being added as we grow
Location

Salt River / Hybrid

Skills Required

  • 3+ years of professional video editing experience, ideally focused on social-first content
  • Portfolio demonstrating strong creative editing and storytelling, particularly short-form social content
  • Strong understanding of engaging content for TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube
  • Strong instincts around hooks, pacing, retention, and storytelling
  • Strong proficiency in Adobe Premiere Pro
  • Strong visual eye and attention to detail
  • Ability to turn rough concepts or raw footage into polished, compelling content
  • Comfort receiving direct feedback and making quick, thoughtful revisions
  • Ability to work independently, manage deadlines, and own work quality
  • Experience with After Effects, Photoshop, CapCut, or similar tools
  • Experience working with creators, influencers, personal brands, entertainment, or high-profile clients
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The Company
HQ: Portland, OR
726 Employees
Year Founded: 2003

What We Do

KEEN is a values led, outdoor footwear brand with a mission to responsibly create original and versatile products, improve lives, and inspire outside adventure. Founded in 2003, KEEN ignited a revolution in the footwear industry with the introduction of the Newport sandal, launching the concept of Hybrid footwear into the market and setting KEEN on a path of driving consistent product innovation that exists today. As a company, we strive to live by our values, from the products we make to the actions we take, and by activating communities and individuals to protect and preserve the places where we work and play. We passionately endeavor to live fulfilling lives, challenge the status quo, do good, give back, and inspire others. Looking ahead, our vision is to be the most trusted outdoor footwear and lifestyle brand in the world. Discover more about KEEN at keenfootwear.com, facebook.com/keen and twitter.com/ke

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