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Senior Video Editor / Video LeadLocation: Dubai / UAE (On-site &amp; shoots) Type: Full-time Reports to: Creative Director Manages: Junior Video Editors, Freelancers, On-site CrewRole Summary (Why this role exists)We are looking for a Senior Video Editor &amp; Video Creative Lead who can own the entire video journey &mdash; from idea and storyboard, to on-site shooting, to high-end editing and final delivery.This role is for someone who:<ul><li>Thinks creatively, not just technically</li><li>Understands trends, pacing, storytelling, and brand tone</li><li>Can lead and mentor junior editors</li><li>Is confident on set and knows how to capture footage with editing in mind</li><li>Can turn briefs into compelling video narratives</li></ul>You are not just executing &mdash; you are shaping the video vision.Key Responsibilities1. Creative &amp; Storytelling<ul><li>Translate briefs into strong video concepts and storyboards</li><li>Propose creative video ideas for social media, campaigns, commercials, events, and branded content</li><li>Stay up-to-date with editing trends, transitions, formats, music styles, and platform behavior (Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, LinkedIn, TV, events)</li><li>Ensure every video has clear narrative flow, emotion, and purpose</li></ul>2. Editing &amp; Post-Production<ul><li>Lead the editing of high-quality videos across formats:</li><li>Brand films</li><li>Commercials</li><li>Social media content</li><li>Event aftermovies</li><li>Corporate and government videos</li><li>Advanced editing including:</li><li>Pacing &amp; rhythm</li><li>Sound design</li><li>Color grading (basic to advanced)</li><li>Motion graphics coordination (with motion designers)</li><li>Maintain high visual consistency and quality control</li></ul>3. On-Site Shooting &amp; Production<ul><li>Attend shoots and guide videographers based on editing requirements</li><li>Direct shots, angles, coverage, and sequences</li><li>Ensure enough footage is captured for smooth storytelling</li><li>Coordinate with:</li><li>Directors</li><li>Camera operators</li><li>Lighting &amp; audio teams</li><li>Anticipate post-production needs during shooting, not after</li></ul>4. Team Leadership &amp; Management<ul><li>Lead, mentor, and review work of junior video editors</li><li>Assign tasks, manage timelines, and ensure deadlines are met</li><li>Create editing guidelines, templates, and workflows</li><li>Review drafts, give constructive feedback, and elevate team quality</li><li>Work closely with account managers and creative teams</li></ul>5. Process &amp; Quality Control<ul><li>Maintain organized project files and naming conventions</li><li>Ensure version control and client feedback is handled efficiently</li><li>Improve editing workflows to increase speed without compromising creativity</li><li>Identify bottlenecks in video production and proactively solve them</li></ul>Required Skill Set Creative &amp; Conceptual Skills (Very Important)<ul><li>Strong visual storytelling mindset</li><li>Ability to turn abstract ideas into compelling video narratives</li><li>Good taste in:</li><li>Music</li><li>Pacing</li><li>Transitions</li><li>Visual rhythm</li><li>Understands brand tone and audience psychology</li></ul>Technical Skills<ul><li>Advanced proficiency in:</li><li>Adobe Premiere Pro</li><li>Adobe After Effects</li><li>Good understanding of:</li><li>Color grading (Lumetri / DaVinci basics)</li><li>Sound design and audio cleanup</li><li>Experience with different video formats and outputs:</li><li>Social media ratios</li><li>Broadcast</li><li>Event screens</li><li>Ability to work with large files and tight deadlines</li></ul>Production &amp; On-Set Skills<ul><li>Strong understanding of:</li><li>Camera coverage</li><li>Shot sequencing</li><li>Lighting basics</li><li>Audio considerations</li><li>Comfortable leading or guiding shoots</li><li>Knows how to shoot for the edit</li></ul>Leadership &amp; Soft Skills<ul><li>Natural team leader and mentor</li><li>Can give clear direction and feedback</li><li>Calm under pressure and deadline-driven</li><li>Strong communication skills</li><li>Organized and reliable</li><li>Takes ownership and responsibility</li></ul>Experience Requirements<ul><li>5&ndash;8+ years experience in video editing / video production</li><li>Agency or production house experience is a must</li><li>Experience managing or mentoring junior editors</li><li>Portfolio showing:</li><li>Creative storytelling</li><li>Different video styles</li><li>High production value</li></ul>Nice to Have (Strong Advantage)<ul><li>Motion graphics background</li><li>Experience in government or corporate videos (UAE market)</li><li>Experience working on events, large campaigns, or commercials</li><li>Knowledge of social media analytics and performance-driven video</li></ul>Job Type: Full-timePay: AED11,950.00 - AED12,000.00 per month

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Senior Video Editor