Video Editor Job at African Institute of Technology and Innovation

African Institute of Technology and Innovation (AITI) is a leading educational institution founded by seasoned entrepreneurs with over decades of combined experience across diverse industries, including Tech, Education, Banking, Telecommunication, Law, and Media. Our mission is to bridge the technology gap in Africa and nurture a new generation of skilled professionals, entrepreneurs, and leaders who will shape the continent's future in the tech domain, regardless of gender.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Position: Video Editor

Job Location: Lagos
Job Type: Full-time

Job Description

• As the Video Editor, you will play a crucial role in producing high-quality video content for various purposes, including post-production of all AITI class content and other video materials for sales and marketing purposes.
• This role requires exceptional video editing skills, attention to detail, and a passion for creating engaging educational content.

Responsibilities

• Post-production of AITI Class Content: Collaborate with the instructional team to edit raw video footage, ensuring seamless integration of visuals, audio, and graphics to create engaging and professional educational videos.
• Sales and Marketing Videos: Produce compelling video content for marketing initiatives, including promotional videos, testimonials, and product demonstrations, to effectively showcase AITI's offerings.
• Storytelling and Narrative: Contribute to the storytelling process by understanding the educational objectives and effectively conveying the message through the video medium.
• Collaboration: Work closely with the marketing team, content creators, and subject matter experts to execute video projects and meet deadlines.
• Organization and File Management: Maintain a well-organized video library, ensuring that all project files and assets are stored efficiently for easy retrieval and future use.
• Video Editing: Utilize industry-standard video editing software to edit, trim, and enhance footage while maintaining a consistent and cohesive style across all videos.
• Motion Graphics and Effects: Incorporate motion graphics, visual effects, and animations to enhance video content and make it visually captivating.
• Audio Enhancement: Ensure audio quality is top-notch by editing and enhancing sound elements, such as voice-overs, background music, and sound effects.
• Video Optimization: Optimize videos for various platforms, including social media, websites, and streaming platforms, while adhering to best practices for video resolution, format, and compression.
• Continuous Learning: Stay updated with the latest trends, techniques, and software in video editing and post-production to ensure AITI's video content remains cutting-edge and relevant.

Skills and Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Video Editor, preferably in education or related industry.
• Proficiency in video editing software (e.g., Adobe Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro, DaVinci Resolve).
• Strong understanding of storytelling and narrative techniques.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills to work effectively within a team.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines.
• Ability to work with raw footage and turn it into a polished final product.
• Familiarity with motion graphics and animation is an advantage.
• Excellent eye for detail, visual composition, and color grading.
• Solid understanding of video formats, codecs, and compression techniques for various platforms.
• Creativity and a passion for producing engaging and impactful educational content.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should send their Resume and a cover letter detailing their relevant experience and why they are a great fit for this role, to: esther@aiti.ng using the Job Position as the subject of the mail.