🇿🇦 Hirezar Summary for South African Applicants

This fully remote full time position at Somewhere is open to applicants from South Africa. The estimated monthly salary is R46,250 – R64,750 ZAR. This role is suited for mid-level professionals. As a remote position, you can work from anywhere in South Africa — whether you're based in Johannesburg, Cape Town, Durban, or a smaller town.

Job Description

Position: Video Editor

Work Hours (Client):atleast 4 hours overlap with PST, 40 hours/week, Monday-Friday

Pay Range: 2,500-3,500USD/month(varies based on skill set and experience level)

Location of Search: South Africa/Latin America

Work Location: REMOTE

Type of Contract: Independent Contractor

Company/Client Overview:

The Company is a premium video production studio based in Portland, Oregon. We produce high-end branded content for clients such as Toyota and Porsche. We are a small, focused team delivering cinematic, story-driven work across multiple simultaneous projects.

Because we run a video production company, there are a number of specialized creative needs that could add significant value to our team. The primary focus is video editing — but it must be high-quality, premium editing. This is not a basic content role. We are looking for refined creative judgment and strong storytelling ability.

Duties and Responsibilities:

This is a hands-on creative role focused on post-production. You will help shape high-end commercial and branded projects from raw footage through final delivery.

We are specifically looking for a “really quality B-tier” editor — someone who may not be a director-level creative lead, but who consistently delivers premium work aligned with major brand standards.
* Edit high-end branded and commercial video content
* Craft compelling narrative arcs and pacing
* Execute polished, brand-caliber final cuts
* Collaborate closely with producers and directors
* Manage revisions efficiently and professionally
* Maintain organized project files and workflows
* Contribute creative input that elevates the final product

Minimum RequirementsLanguage requirement:Excellent English Communication SkillsEducation:Bachelor's Degree (ideally)Experience:3+ years of related experience
* Strong portfolio demonstrating premium branded/commercial work
* Excellent storytelling instincts and creative taste
* High attention to detail and technical polish
* Proficiency in Adobe Premiere, DaVinci Resolve, or similar tools
* Ability to operate independently and take ownership
* Comfortable working remotely with a small, high-performing team

Ideal Profile
* Experience in automotive or premium lifestyle brands
* High agency and comfort working with ambiguity
* Based in Brazil (Fortaleza, Rio) or South Africa preferred

Tips for South African Applicants

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Timezone Advantage

South Africa (SAST, UTC+2) overlaps well with European business hours and has a few hours of overlap with US East Coast. Mention your timezone flexibility in your application.

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Salary in Context

At R46,250/month, this role is competitive with the average South African remote salary. The USD equivalent ($2,500/mo) benefits from the favourable exchange rate.

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Application Tips

Tailor your CV to international standards — use a clean format, highlight remote work experience, and include your English proficiency. Many SA applicants succeed by emphasising their strong work ethic and cultural adaptability.

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Load Shedding Preparedness

If you're applying for a remote role, having a backup power solution (UPS, inverter, or generator) and mobile data as a backup internet connection shows employers you're prepared for South Africa's infrastructure challenges.

About Somewhere

Somewhere is a company in the Recruitment & Staffing industry that hires remote workers from South Africa. They currently have 614 open positions on Hirezar. View all Somewhere jobs →