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Job Description

Position Title: Video Editor
Location: Addis Ababa, Ethiopia (Remote/Hybrid)
Company: Urban Era Marketing

Introduction

Urban Era Marketing is expanding its creative team and looking for a skilled and creative Video Editor to help us produce engaging content for our blogs, YouTube channels, social media, and brand campaigns.

As a Video Editor, you’ll be responsible for transforming raw footage into polished, compelling videos that align with our brand’s vision and storytelling style. This includes editing lifestyle and travel content, fashion product videos, animated explainers, and promotional campaigns across our network of sites (WeBlogWeVlog, Blogs4Blogs, Bikini Rave, Addis Urbane, etc.).

This role is ideal for someone who is passionate about storytelling through video, has a strong eye for detail, and is eager to grow their skills in a fast-paced, global media company.

Key Responsibilities

  • Video Editing & Post-Production

    • Edit raw footage into polished videos for YouTube, Instagram, TikTok, and websites.

    • Add transitions, text overlays, subtitles, and sound effects where needed.

    • Adjust pacing, music, and tone to match the brand’s voice.

    • Color correction and sound balancing to enhance quality.

  • Creative Storytelling

    • Work with content writers and creative leads to align video storytelling with blog and brand topics.

    • Incorporate motion graphics, animations, and B-roll where needed.

    • Suggest creative approaches for making videos more engaging.

  • Brand & Content Alignment

    • Ensure all videos follow Urban Era Marketing’s brand guidelines.

    • Repurpose long-form content into short-form clips for social media distribution.

    • Collaborate with SEO and marketing teams to optimize videos for visibility.

  • Workflow & File Management

    • Organize and manage video assets, project files, and backups.

    • Ensure final exports are optimized for each platform (YouTube, Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, etc.).

    • Maintain efficiency in turnaround time for multiple projects.

Qualifications

  • Proficiency with video editing software (Adobe Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro, DaVinci Resolve, or similar).

  • Strong sense of storytelling, pacing, and visual design.

  • Knowledge of basic motion graphics and audio editing.

  • Ability to adapt editing style to different types of content (social media reels, documentaries, ads, tutorials).

  • Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.

  • Ability to work under deadlines and handle multiple projects at once.

  • Bonus: Familiarity with fashion, lifestyle, travel, or digital marketing content.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: Do I need professional studio experience?
No. Experience editing for social media, YouTube, or freelance projects is valuable. What matters most is your ability to tell stories through video.

Q2: What type of content will I edit?
A mix of lifestyle, fashion, travel, tutorials, product launches, and marketing campaigns. Some projects will be long-form, while others will be short-form social content.

Q3: Will I be provided raw footage?
Yes. You’ll receive raw video files from our teams in Ethiopia, the Philippines, and other locations, and you’ll be expected to edit them into final deliverables.

Q4: What tools will I use?
You may use your preferred editing software. We currently work with Adobe Premiere Pro and DaVinci Resolve most frequently.

Q5: Is this role more technical or creative?
Both. You’ll be expected to follow brand guidelines and technical best practices, but also to bring creativity and fresh ideas to every project.

Conclusion

The Video Editor role at Urban Era Marketing is an opportunity to turn raw footage into global content seen by thousands of viewers across multiple platforms. You’ll be part of a fast-growing media company, working with an international team, and building your portfolio with high-quality projects in fashion, lifestyle, and digital marketing.

If you are passionate about video, eager to grow your skills, and ready to bring stories to life, we invite you to apply and join Urban Era Marketing’s creative team.

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