Senior Video Editor & Cinematographer – Pulse Picks at Pulse Nigeria

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  • Job ID 56317
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  • Gender Male or Famele
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Job Description

Pulse is Africa’s leading innovative media company, informing and engaging Africa’s young audience – and providing expansive media reach and creative marketing solutions to partners. We run news websites and social channels and marketing and production across Francophone and Anglophone West Africa and East Africa.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Senior Video Editor & Cinematographer – Pulse Picks

Location: Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Summary

  • We are seeking a talented Senior Video Editor & Cinematographer to join our team. In this role, you will create compelling, high-impact videos that engage our audience and bring our product recommendations and brand partnerships to life.
  • Our ideal candidate has expertise in videography, lighting, and post-production, and a passion for producing content that resonates with audiences and aligns with Pulse Picks’ growth and engagement goals.

Duties and Responsibilities
Video Production & Editing:

  • Produce engaging video content with high visual impact for Pulse Picks and brand collaborations.
  • Handle videography both in-house and on location as needed for Pulse Picks’ content needs.
  • Work from creative briefs, developing and pitching concepts that align with Pulse Picks’ brand vision.

Post-Production & Quality Control:

  • Oversee the editing process, ensuring all content meets high standards of quality and branding.
  • Manage image selection, soundtrack, text placement, and proofreading, ensuring consistency in tone, accuracy, and color grading.
  • Secure licenses and permissions for video, image, and soundtrack usage to avoid copyright issues.

Content Innovation:

  • Contribute to developing and implementing new video formats that align with Pulse Picks’ audience interests.
  • Assist with all aspects of post-production, from rough cuts to final edits.

Content Management & Event Coverage:

  • Ensure proper organization and safekeeping of video footage and logs.
  • Assist with event coverage and live content when needed for Pulse Picks’ content calendar.

Joining the Pulse Picks Team:

  • You may be required to manage multiple projects at once, prioritizing effectively and ensuring that all video deadlines are met.
  • Stay current with new media technologies and video editing programs such as Adobe Premiere Pro, After Effects, Photoshop, and other Adobe Creative Suite tools.
  • Build strong, collaborative relationships with internal and external partners, from Pulse Picks’ team members to brand collaborators.

Desired Skills & Experience

  • Experience: 5-7 years working on branded video content, with a strong portfolio in videography and video editing.
  • Technical Skills: Proficiency in Adobe Premiere Pro, and After Effects, and a working knowledge of Photoshop and Illustrator as they apply to video post-production.
  • Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to update teams on project timelines and collaborate across functions.
  • Organization: Highly organized, goal-oriented, and skilled at balancing multiple projects.
  • Tools: Familiarity with Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Drive, Slides).
  • Passion: Enthusiasm and energy for creating high-quality and engaging content for a growing digital audience.

Application Closing Date
30th November, 2024.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: careers@pulse.ng using the Job Title as the subject of the mail.
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