Video Editor

About the role

UNIQUE, a technology development and advertising services company, is hiring a full-time, on-site Video Editor in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. The editor turns raw footage into polished videos by cutting, sequencing, synchronizing audio and adding transitions, while collaborating with creative and marketing teams to meet project deadlines.

Key responsibilities

• Edit raw footage into finished videos, including cutting, sequencing, audio sync and transitions.
• Collaborate with creative and marketing teams to understand project objectives.
• Apply color grading and integrate motion graphics.
• Prepare videos in different formats for multiple platforms and ensure content matches brand guidelines.
• Manage file organization and backups.
• Provide creative input, stay up to date on industry trends and help improve video production workflows.

Required profile

• Strong video editing and video production skills across formats, cameras and timelines.
• Color grading skills for consistent, high-quality visuals.
• Motion graphics and graphics skills for titles, lower thirds and animated assets.
• Experience with industry-standard editing and post-production software such as Adobe Premiere Pro, After Effects or DaVinci Resolve.
• Attention to detail, time management and ability to handle several projects at once.
• Effective communication and ability to give and receive constructive feedback.
• Relevant education in Film, Media, Visual Communication or a related field is beneficial; a portfolio of previous work is required.
• Understanding of digital marketing and social media video formats is an advantage.