Username Properties is seeking a highly creative and expert In-House Video Editor to join our vibrant marketing team. Working closely with our on-site Videographer, your primary responsibility will be the post-production, packaging and optimization of high-quality video content that showcases our properties, events and corporate milestones.
The ideal candidate is a master storyteller in the editing room with a "social-first" mindset. You must have a deep, platform-specific understanding of how to slice, style and package raw footage into high-converting, cinematic digital content ready for immediate publishing.
Key Responsibilities
Expert Video Editing & Post-Production
Transform raw footage provided by the videographer into captivating, high-performing videos using industry-standard software.
Apply advanced post-production techniques, including precise color grading, audio cleaning, sound design, visual effects and seamless transitions.
Incorporate high-quality motion graphics, kinetic typography, titles and text overlays to enhance engagement.
Platform-Specific Packaging & Optimization
Repurpose master footage into tailored, platform-optimized formats, ensuring strict adherence to the styles and dimensions of Instagram Reels, TikTok, YouTube Shorts and long-form YouTube content.
Guide the design of highly compelling, high-click-through-rate (CTR) thumbnails and preview assets for digital platforms.
Optimize video pacing, hooks and captions to maximize viewer retention across different algorithms.
Audio Post-Production & Sound Design
Clean up, balance and enhance voiceovers, interviews, and client testimonials.
Source, curate and integrate trending, royalty-free music and sound effects that elevate the brand's emotional appeal.
Content Strategy, Pacing & Trend Monitoring
Stay ahead of global and local digital video trends, editing styles and viral formats to keep Username Properties’ content fresh.
Collaborate with the videographer and social media team to brainstorm creative hooks and visual storytelling formats that resonate with Kenyan investors and the diaspora.
Digital Asset Management
Maintain a highly organized, easily searchable cloud and local library of raw footage, project files, sound assets and finalized deliverables.
Ensure smooth workflow handoffs between production and publishing.
Requirements:
Experience: At least 2 years of dedicated video editing experience, preferably in a fast-paced agency, media house, or corporate marketing department.
Software Mastery: Expert-level proficiency in Adobe Premiere Pro, After Effects and CapCut. Knowledge of DaVinci Resolve or Final Cut Pro is a strong plus.
Platform Expertise: Deep technical understanding of the unique video formats, aspect ratios, optimal lengths and viewer behaviours on YouTube, Instagram, TikTok and Facebook.
Motion Graphics: Strong skills in creating custom motion graphics, lower thirds and animated text overlays.
Storytelling Skills: Exceptional narrative editing skills—ability to find the "hook" and construct a compelling story from raw footage without relying on direction.
Efficiency: Strong time management skills with a proven track record of meeting tight deadlines and managing multiple edit pipelines simultaneously.
Market Awareness: A solid understanding of the Kenyan digital space and what visual styles resonate with local and diaspora real estate buyers.
Portfolio: A comprehensive portfolio or showreel showcasing advanced editing techniques, color grading and successful social media video formats is mandatory.
