Video Editor – Apply Before 17 March 2026

Short-form video is no longer optional for brands. Agencies are under pressure to deliver consistent, high-performing content across Instagram, YouTube, and TikTok — and that pressure is only increasing. Right now, clients expect faster turnaround, sharper storytelling, and platform-specific edits that actually convert.

This hiring reflects that shift. Creative agencies are moving away from generic edits and toward strategic, campaign-driven video work. If you understand how digital audiences consume content today — and can edit with that in mind — this role matters now.

This is not passive income work; it requires consistent attention, communication, and follow-through.

As the Video Editor, you’ll be shaping raw footage into structured, purposeful stories. Many people assume video editing is just about cutting clips together, but in reality, it’s about pacing, intention, and understanding what keeps someone watching beyond the first five seconds.

This is not a role for someone who waits for perfect briefs or constant supervision. What matters most here is your ability to interpret creative direction and deliver polished work within tight timelines.

You’ll do well here if you’re comfortable balancing multiple projects, adjusting to feedback without taking it personally, and optimizing content differently for each platform rather than using one-size-fits-all edits.

Employer: TeamAce Limited (on behalf of a Digital Marketing & Creative Agency)
Employment Type: Full-time
Location: Omole Phase 1, Lagos
Salary: NGN 200,000 Monthly

Key Responsibilities

• Edit and produce video content for social media, digital ads, and marketing campaigns
• Collaborate with creative team members to align edits with campaign goals
• Apply motion graphics, sound design, color correction, and visual effects
• Optimize video outputs for Instagram, YouTube, TikTok, and other platforms
• Manage video files and ensure timely project delivery

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree or relevant certification in Film Production, Media, or related field
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in a digital marketing or creative agency environment
• Proficiency in Adobe Premiere Pro, After Effects, Final Cut Pro, or similar tools
• Strong storytelling skills and awareness of social media content trends
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines independently

This opportunity is shared directly by the business owner. Communication is handled professionally, and applications are reviewed carefully. No fees are required at any stage of the process, and expectations are discussed clearly before any work begins.

How to Apply

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Sample ATS-Aligned CV

How This CV Helps You Stand Out

This CV works because it mirrors the language of the role: digital campaigns, platform optimization, motion graphics, and deadline management. Recruiters first scan for tool proficiency and agency experience — both are clearly positioned near the top.

If you already have similar experience, tailoring your bullet points to reflect measurable engagement results can strengthen your application further.

Interview Preparation

Role-Specific Questions

• How do you structure a short-form video to retain viewers past the first five seconds?
• Describe your workflow from raw footage to final export.
• How do you optimize the same video differently for Instagram and YouTube?
• What editing tools do you rely on most and why?
• How do you handle tight deadlines with multiple client revisions?
• Can you describe a campaign where your edit improved engagement?
• How do you approach motion graphics integration without overusing effects?
• How do you organize and archive video assets for easy retrieval?

General Interview Questions

• Tell us about yourself.
• Why do you want to work in a creative agency?
• How do you manage feedback from multiple stakeholders?
• What is your biggest professional strength?
• Describe a challenging deadline and how you handled it.
• Where do you see your career in the next three years?

Talking Points

• Demonstrate understanding of audience retention metrics
• Explain your decision-making behind pacing and transitions
• Highlight collaboration with marketers or designers
• Show awareness of current short-form trends
• Discuss efficiency and workflow organization

Do’s and Don’ts

• Do bring a portfolio with platform-specific examples
• Do explain your creative reasoning clearly
• Do show you understand brand consistency
• Do speak about deadlines realistically
• Don’t blame clients for revision cycles
• Don’t oversell tools without showing outcomes
• Don’t ignore platform differences

Preparation Checklist

• Update portfolio with recent social media edits
• Prepare breakdown of one campaign project
• Review platform-specific aspect ratios and export settings
• Practice explaining your workflow clearly
• Research the agency’s recent campaigns

Recruiters are not just assessing your editing skills. They’re evaluating how you think, how you manage pressure, and whether your creative judgment aligns with fast-moving campaign environments.