Senior Video Editor Job in Lagos — 390 Technologies

Are you a storyteller at heart with a razor-sharp eye for pacing and polish? 390 Technologies in Lekki is hiring a Senior Video Editor to transform raw footage into compelling short and long-form videos for Instagram, TikTok, LinkedIn, and YouTube. This Senior Video Editor job in Lagos is ideal for editors who love brand-driven storytelling and measurable impact.

About 390 Technologies

390 Technologies is a Lagos-based product company building tools that help businesses find structure and scale. Their products — 390 Work, 390 HUB, and 390 Academy — are designed to digitize and simplify day-to-day operations for growing teams. Joining 390 means working at the intersection of design, product, and measurable business growth.

Role Summary — Senior Video Editor (Lekki, Lagos)

As the Senior Video Editor at 390 Technologies you will own the editorial and visual voice across their products and the founder’s personal brand (@hi.opemipo). You’ll edit content that educates, inspires, and drives action — from quick social cuts to in-depth founder interviews and product explainers.

What You’ll Do

• Edit short- and long-form videos for Instagram, TikTok, LinkedIn, and YouTube.
• Transform screen recordings, interviews, animations, webinars and raw footage into clean, engaging stories.
• Add motion graphics, captions, sound design and brand elements that match 390’s visual identity.
• Collaborate closely with Content and Marketing to ensure every video aligns with campaign goals and brand tone.
• Maintain consistent storytelling rhythm across product videos and the founder’s personal brand.
• Experiment with new formats — reels, typography-led videos, storytelling cuts, carousels-to-video and more.
• Ensure videos meet platform specs, export standards and deadlines.

Requirements — You Should Have

• Proven experience editing videos for tech, business, or brand storytelling.
• Strong command of editing tools (Premiere Pro, Final Cut, DaVinci Resolve or similar).
• Creative eye for pacing, typography, sound design and visual rhythm.
• Basic motion design skills (After Effects, CapCut, or Motion) are a plus.
• A sense of narrative — you know how to guide viewers emotionally and logically.
• Ability to receive feedback and iterate quickly.
• Comfort working autonomously while communicating proactively with the team.

Why This Role Matters

Video is the fastest way 390 communicates product value, teaches users, and builds trust for the founder’s brand. As Senior Video Editor, your edits will directly influence engagement, lead generation and perception across platforms. This is a career-defining role if you enjoy turning complex ideas into clear, watchable stories.

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⬇️ Apply via Email: careers@390.me

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Interview Preparation Guide — Senior Video Editor Job in Lagos

Role-Specific Interview Questions (10)

• Describe a project where your edit directly improved viewer retention. What did you change?
• How do you approach turning a long interview into a 90-second social highlight?
• Which platform differences (TikTok vs LinkedIn) influence your edit decisions?
• Walk us through your workflow from ingest to export for a campaign video.
• How do you craft captions and motion to retain attention in the first 3 seconds?
• Tell us about a time you handled critical feedback and iterated quickly.
• Which tools do you use for sound design and how do you balance sound with voice?
• How would you turn a carousel or article into an engaging short video?
• Explain how you ensure brand consistency across multiple video formats.
• Share an example where data (watch time, drop-off rate) changed your editorial approach.

General Interview Questions (6)

• Tell me about yourself and why you want to join 390 Technologies.
• What are your career goals for the next two years?
• How do you manage tight deadlines and multiple projects?
• Describe a time you worked cross-functionally (content, product, design).
• What professional development resources do you use to stay current?
• How do you measure personal success on a project?

Suggested Answers — Talking Points

• Retention improvement: explain the problem, the edit choices (trim, tighten, add hook), and the measured result.
• Long interview to short highlight: identify narrative beats, create a 3-act arc, use sound bridges and subtitles for clarity.
• Platform differences: prioritize pacing and vertical framing for TikTok; depth and captions for LinkedIn; thumbnails and timestamps for YouTube.
• Workflow: ingest → rough cut → story pass → sound pass → motion/graphics → color → export (platform presets).
• Feedback handling: listen, implement prioritized changes, communicate impact and timelines.
• Brand consistency: maintain logos, fonts, intro/outro stings, color grading presets and motion templates.

Do’s & Don’ts (Tailored)

• Do: Bring portfolio links with context (brief: goal, your role, result).
• Do: Show concrete metrics when possible (watch time, CTR, conversions).
• Do: Prepare 2–3 short case studies to discuss.
• Do: Demonstrate proactive communication and version control practices.
• Do: Ask thoughtful questions about content strategy and KPIs.
• Don’t: Overload with files — curate your best work.
• Don’t: Criticize previous colleagues; focus on learnings.
• Don’t: Pretend to know a tool you haven’t used; be honest and show eagerness to learn.

Preparation Checklist

• Update portfolio and ensure links are live and accessible.
• Prepare 2–3 case study slides or notes (goal, challenge, your solution, result).
• Have export presets and sample files ready if asked for a quick demo.
• Research 390 Technologies and watch recent videos on their channels.
• Prepare questions about content KPIs, team workflow, and review process.
• Test your connection and camera for a smooth remote interview if required.

Extra Pro Tips

• Create a one-page “showreel” note summarizing each portfolio item and the impact.
• Bring a short, live edit idea — one-sentence concept for improving a recent 390 video.
• Explain how you use metrics to evolve creative decisions (data + craft).
• Be ready to offer a 30–60 day plan: quick wins and longer-term content ideas.

How to Apply

Interested and qualified candidates should send a short note about who you are and what excites you about this role, your CV, and 2–3 links to your best video edits (bonus if they show storytelling or brand alignment) to careers@390.me using “Video Editor – (Your Name)” as the email subject line.

Application Tips

• In your email subject: Video Editor – [Your Name].
• Include 2–3 portfolio links (YouTube/Vimeo/Google Drive) and note your role on each project.
• Keep the cover note short — 3–5 lines highlighting the most relevant work.
• If you attach files, prefer a single PDF or include direct links for quick review.

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