Video Editor and Social Media Manager

About the Role:
We are looking for a highly motivated and creative Social Media Manager & Video Editor to join our team. This hybrid role combines the strategic and creative aspects of social media management with the technical skills of video editing. You will be responsible for creating and curating engaging content, managing our social media presence across multiple platforms, and producing high-quality video content that aligns with our brand and drives engagement.

Key Responsibilities:
Social Media Management:

Content Creation & Curation:

Develop and execute content calendars for social media channels (e.g., Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, TikTok, YouTube, etc.)
Create engaging text, image, and video posts that resonate with our target audience.
Stay on top of industry trends, emerging social media platforms, and popular content formats (e.g., reels, stories, carousels, etc.).
Curate content from internal teams, influencers, and third-party sources to enhance brand messaging and engagement.

Community Management:

Monitor and engage with followers and community members, responding to comments, messages, and mentions in a timely and authentic manner.
Build and nurture relationships with online communities, influencers, and brand advocates.
Foster a positive online presence for the company by ensuring all social interactions reflect the brand’s voice and values.

Analytics & Reporting:

Track and analyze performance metrics (reach, engagement, growth, etc.) for all social media platforms.
Create and deliver regular reports on social media performance, offering insights and recommendations for optimization.
Adjust social media strategies based on data-driven insights and performance trends.

Video Editing:

Video Production:

Edit raw footage into polished, engaging videos suitable for various platforms, including Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, and Facebook.

Creative Development:

Conceptualize and develop new video content ideas that are innovative, visually appealing, and on-brand.
Create short-form videos (reels, TikToks, stories, etc.) that drive engagement and encourage interaction.
Ensure all videos are optimized for each platform’s specifications (aspect ratio, length, resolution, etc.).

Post-Production:

Add special effects, music, captions, voiceovers, and other elements to videos as needed.
Manage video content libraries and ensure files are organized and easily accessible for future use.
Optimize video content for SEO (titles, descriptions, tags) and ensure consistency with brand guidelines.

Skills & Qualifications:

Experience:

Proven experience in social media management and video editing, ideally in a similar industry (minimum 1-2 years).
Strong portfolio demonstrating expertise in video production and editing, especially for social media.

Technical Skills:

Proficient with social media platforms (Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, YouTube, Twitter, etc.) and management tools (Hootsuite, Buffer, Sprout Social, etc.).
Expertise in video editing software such as Adobe Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro, or similar tools.
Knowledge of motion graphics software (e.g., Adobe After Effects) is a plus.
Familiarity with tools for creating graphics and visual content (e.g., Canva, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator).

Creative Skills:

Exceptional creative and visual storytelling abilities.
Strong eye for design, composition, and detail.
Ability to conceptualize and execute engaging content ideas.

Communication Skills:

Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and take direction while also contributing new ideas.

Organizational Skills:

Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Highly organized with great attention to detail.
Bonus:

Knowledge of SEO best practices for video content.