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Video Editor

Kenya employer Kenya Contract / Consultant Posted 2026-08-25
CountyNot specifiedCityNot specifiedContractContract / ConsultantPosted2026-08-25Close dateNot specifiedExperienceNot specifiedSourceGAP Recruitment KenyaSalaryKES 60,000 per month
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A growing film and creative production company is hiring a remote Video Editor on a contract/consultant basis in Kenya. The role involves editing professional video content, colour grading, audio mixing, motion graphics, and managing multiple projects independently. Compensation is KES 60,000 per month.

  • Remote contract/consultant role based in Kenya
  • KES 60,000 per month compensation
  • Requires advanced proficiency in Adobe Premiere Pro, DaVinci Resolve or Final Cut Pro
  • Independent role managing projects from raw footage to final delivery
  • Strong storytelling, pacing, colour and audio skills required

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  • PreferredPractical evidence in entregador, video editor, post-productionThe tags and summary point to skills connected with this role.
  • RequiredAvailability to work in Not specifiedThe vacancy is associated with this location.
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  • Role specificCover letter or short employer message
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Original source description

Location: Remote​

  • Video Editor – Remote Consultant
  • Engagement: Contract / Consultant​
  • Compensation: KES 60,000 per month
  • We're Looking for an Editor Who Understands That Great Editing Is More Than Cutting Footage A growing
  • film and creative production company
  • is looking for a highly talented
  • Video
  • Editor
  • to join its creative team on a remote consulting basis.
  • This opportunity is for someone who is
  • technically excellent, creatively sharp and highly
  • independent
  • . You will be trusted to take raw footage and creative direction and transform it into polished, engaging and professional video content.
  • We are not looking for someone who needs constant direction. We are looking for someone
  • who can own the edit.
  • The Role You will be responsible for taking projects from raw footage through to final delivery, ensuring every piece of content meets a high creative and technical standard.
  • You will:
  • Edit professional video content for different projects, platforms and audiences.
  • S
  • hape raw footage into compelling stories with strong pacing and visual flow.
  • Make independent creative decisions around sequencing, transitions, music and storytelling.
  • Perform colour correction and grading to achieve a polished cinematic finish.
  • Clean, mix and enhance audio where required.
  • Incorporate motion graphics, titles, captions and other visual elements.
  • Select appropriate music and sound effects to enhance the story. Interpret creative briefs and execute them with minimal supervision.
  • Review your own work critically before submission and ensure it is production-ready.
  • Manage multiple projects and meet agreed deadlines consistently. Maintain an organised and efficient post-production workflow.
  • Respond to feedback and make revisions quickly without losing the creative intent.
  • Who We're Looking For
  • You are the kind of editor who
  • doesn't just ask, Is this finished? — you ask, Is this good
  • enough?
  • You should have:
  • Strong professional

Experience

  • in video editing and post-production.
  • Advanced proficiency in
  • Adobe Premiere Pro, DaVinci Resolve, Final Cut Pro or
  • equivalent
  • .
  • Strong storytelling and visual communication skills. Excellent understanding of pacing, composition, colour and sound.
  • A strong eye for detail and consistency.
  • The ability to work independently and manage your own workload.
  • Strong judgement and creative problem-solving skills.
  • Excellent time management and reliability.
  • The discipline to deliver high-quality work without constant follow-up.
  • A professional approach to handling feedback and revisions.
  • The Standard We Expect
  • This role will suit someone who is
  • self-driven and takes genuine pride in their craft
  • .
  • You should be able to receive a brief, understand the desired outcome, determine how to execute it and deliver a polished final product without needing someone to walk you through every step.
  • We value editors who understand that
  • great work is in the details
  • — the right cut, the right pause, the right music cue, clean audio, consistent colour, purposeful transitions and a final product that feels intentional from beginning to end.
  • Your Portfolio Matters
  • Your portfolio/showreel will be one of the most important parts of your application.
  • We want to see evidence of:
  • Strong storytelling
  • Professional finishing
  • Creative editing
  • Good pacing
  • Colour grading
  • Audio treatment
  • Attention to detail
  • Versatility across different types of content
  • Please do not submit a generic portfolio.
  • Show us the work you are most proud of.
  • What We Offer
  • KES 60,000 monthly consulting fee
  • Fully remote working arrangement
  • Creative and professional production environment
  • Opportunity to work on diverse and high-quality creative projects
  • Autonomy to bring your expertise and creative judgement to the work
  • How to Apply
  • Submit your
  • CV/profile and portfolio or showreel
  • .
  • In your application, briefly tell us:
  • What makes your editing different from the average video editor?
  • If your answer is reflected in the quality of your work,
  • we want to hear from you.
  • Only candidates whose portfolios demonstrate the required level of quality will be
  • considered.
Source and provenanceSource: GAP Recruitment Kenya. Last checked: 2026-09-23.Kazi Connect is a job discovery service, not the employer. Always confirm the vacancy at the original source.Summaries may be AI-assisted. Report inaccurate content.
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