Video Editor – Social Media Content (Dubai)

About the role

Join a dynamic team in Dubai as a Video Editor focused on transforming extensive raw footage into compelling short‑form and long‑form content. You will craft engaging narratives for platforms such as Instagram Reels, TikTok, YouTube Shorts, and YouTube, using hooks, pacing, subtitles, graphics, sound design, music and visual effects to maximise audience retention.

Key responsibilities

• Edit and assemble raw footage into polished videos for various social media platforms and long‑form channels.
• Develop clear, engaging storylines and identify key moments to enhance narrative flow.
• Apply advanced editing techniques, including colour grading, sound design and visual effects.
• Incorporate subtitles, graphics and music to elevate video quality and accessibility.
• Manage large media libraries and utilise proxy workflows for efficient editing.
• Collaborate with team members using review tools such as Frame.io or similar platforms.
• Ensure all content meets high standards for visual quality and audience retention.
• Work on‑site in Dubai and deliver projects within tight deadlines.

Required profile

• Minimum of four years professional experience in video editing with a strong portfolio showcasing both social and long‑form content.
• Advanced proficiency in Adobe Premiere Pro and/or DaVinci Resolve.
• Experience with After Effects, colour grading, audio workflows, multicam editing and captioning.
• Familiarity with proxy workflows, large media libraries and collaborative review tools (e.g., Frame.io).
• Strong storytelling skills and editorial judgement for audience engagement.
• Excellent command of English, both written and spoken.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• On‑site availability in Dubai is required.

Required skills

• Adobe Premiere Pro
• DaVinci Resolve
• After Effects
• Colour grading
• Audio workflows
• Multicam editing
• Captioning
• Proxy workflows
• Large media libraries
• Frame.io (or similar review tools)