Video Editor (Social Media Content) - UK

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<h2><strong>About BJAK</strong> </h2><p style="min-height:1.5em">We build superior application platforms globally with the mission of creating successful businesses while contributing positively to society by making it more efficient. </p><p style="min-height:1.5em">We developed the first and leading insurance platform in Southeast Asia to digitize the insurance industry. The platform currently serves over 8 million users across the region. </p><p style="min-height:1.5em">We are continuing our mission by building new, superior applications in emerging use cases as applications become increasingly integrated with AI. </p><p style="min-height:1.5em">Our team is densely talented, highly motivated, and focused on engineering and product excellence within a very flat organization. All members are expected to be hands-on and to contribute directly to the company’s mission.</p><p style="min-height:1.5em"></p><h1><strong>About the Job</strong></h1><p style="min-height:1.5em">We’re looking for a <strong>Video Editor (Social Media Content)</strong> who lives and breathes short-form storytelling. You’ll edit videos designed to capture attention, drive engagement, and spark conversations across platforms like TikTok, Instagram Reels, YouTube Shorts, Facebook</p><p style="min-height:1.5em">This role suits someone with a strong sense of timing, trends, and platform behavior — someone who can turn raw footage into scroll-stopping content that feels native, fresh, and on-brand.</p><p style="min-height:1.5em"></p><h1><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></h1><p style="min-height:1.5em"><strong>Editing & Storytelling</strong></p><ul style="min-height:1.5em"><li><p style="min-height:1.5em">Edit short-form videos optimized for TikTok, Instagram Reels, YouTube Shorts, Facebook, and XHS.</p></li><li><p style="min-height:1.5em">Craft visually engaging edits with strong hooks, pacing, and storytelling flow.</p></li><li><p style="min-height:1.5em">Add subtitles, transitions, music, and visual effects to enhance impact and watch time.</p></li><li><p style="min-height:1.5em">Adapt content across different platforms while maintaining consistency in tone and message.</p></li></ul><p style="min-height:1.5em"><strong>Creative Collaboration</strong></p><ul style="min-height:1.5em"><li><p style="min-height:1.5em">Work closely with Creative, Social Media, and Marketing teams to bring campaign concepts and weekly content calendars to life.</p></li><li><p style="min-height:1.5em">Contribute ideas on creative formats, editing styles, and content directions aligned with current trends.</p></li><li><p style="min-height:1.5em">Support videographers by refining and repurposing raw footage into final deliverables.</p></li></ul><p style="min-height:1.5em"><strong>Trend & Platform Awareness</strong></p><ul style="min-height:1.5em"><li><p style="min-height:1.5em">Stay ahead of social media trends, editing styles, and viral formats across platforms.</p></li><li><p style="min-height:1.5em">Monitor competitor and influencer content to identify best practices and new creative ideas.</p></li><li><p style="min-height:1.5em">Continuously test and refine editing techniques to improve engagement metrics.</p></li></ul><p style="min-height:1.5em"><strong>Workflow & Quality Management</strong></p><ul style="min-height:1.5em"><li><p style="min-height:1.5em">Maintain organized project files, media archives, and version control.</p></li><li><p style="min-height:1.5em">Ensure all outputs are optimized for each platform’s specifications (ratios, length, resolution).</p></li><li><p style="min-height:1.5em">Deliver projects on time while maintaining creative quality and consistency.</p><p style="min-height:1.5em"></p></li></ul><h1><strong>Requirements</strong></h1><ul style="min-height:1.5em"><li><p style="min-height:1.5em">Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Film, Multimedia, Communications, or related field.</p></li><li><p style="min-height:1.5em">1–3 years of experience in short-form video editing or social media content production.</p></li><li><p style="min-height:1.5em">Proficient in Adobe Premiere Pro, After Effects, CapCut, or DaVinci Resolve.</p></li><li><p style="min-height:1.5em">Strong understanding of social media algorithms, trends, and audience behavior.</p></li><li><p style="min-height:1.5em">Keen eye for pacing, storytelling, and on-platform tone of voice.</p></li><li><p style="min-height:1.5em">Able to work independently in a fast-paced environment with tight turnaround times.</p></li><li><p style="min-height:1.5em">A showreel or portfolio of short-form social content is required.</p></li></ul><h1><strong>Why Join BJAK</strong></h1><ul style="min-height:1.5em"><li><p style="min-height:1.5em">Opportunity to shape how millions engage with BJAK’s brand through creative storytelling.</p></li><li><p style="min-height:1.5em">Fast-track career growth with regional exposure.</p></li><li><p style="min-height:1.5em">Collaborative and inclusive creative culture.</p></li><li><p style="min-height:1.5em">Flat structure — ideas and initiative matter more than titles.</p></li><li><p style="min-height:1.5em">Above-market remuneration with performance-based growth opportunities.</p></li></ul><p style="min-height:1.5em"></p><h2><strong>Location Requirement</strong></h2><p style="min-height:1.5em">Based in the UK</p><p style="min-height:1.5em"></p><h2><strong>Compensations Range </strong></h2><p style="min-height:1.5em">£35,000 – £50,000 base salary per annum</p><p style="min-height:1.5em">Final compensation will be determined based on the candidate’s qualifications, skills, and relevant experience.</p>

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