Video Editor (Remote) | South Africa

Job Type: Full-time, long-term contractor

Workplace: Remote

Schedule: Full-time, aligned with U.S. business hours (Eastern Time Zone)

Compensation: $800 - $1,400 USD/month

About HireHawk

At HireHawk, we connect top global talent with high-performing U.S. companies. Our focus is on finding exceptional professionals who bring both expertise and drive to every role. We’re passionate about helping candidates grow their careers while supporting our clients with reliable, remote-ready talent that makes an impact from day one.

About the Opportunity

Our client, a dynamic consumer goods company, is seeking a Video Editor to create high-quality video content for social media and digital marketing campaigns. This role is ideal for an associate-level editor with strong storytelling skills who can transform raw footage into polished, engaging content that strengthens brand visibility and audience engagement.

You’ll collaborate closely with marketing and creative teams to produce educational content, testimonials, brand storytelling, and promotional videos optimized for various digital platforms.

Requirements

• 2+ years of professional video editing experience or a strong equivalent portfolio

• Portfolio showcasing high-quality, narrative-driven video content
• Proficiency in professional video editing software (e.g., Adobe Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro, or similar)
• Experience with color correction, audio cleanup, graphics, and captioning
• Proven ability to adapt content across multiple digital and social media platforms
• Strong attention to detail and visual consistency
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively in a remote setting
• Some college coursework or equivalent professional training in video production or digital media
• Experience working with e-commerce, DTC, health, wellness, or lifestyle brands (nice-to-have)
• Experience editing longer-form educational or storytelling content (nice-to-have)

Benefits

• Access to a $200K+ perk marketplace with discounts on 150+ global services.

• Option to withdraw up to 50% of approved earnings before payday.