🇿🇦 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 R37,000 – R46,250 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

Full-Time Video Editor (Remote, Offshore)

Location:Remote (Offshore)Schedule:Full-TimeDepartment:Creative / Marketing

About the Company

We are a fast-growing menswear brand focused on creating premium apparel that blends comfort, performance, and modern style. We're looking for a creative Video Editor to produce engaging content that drives brand awareness and performance across paid and organic channels.

Key Responsibilities
* Edit high-performing video content for Meta, TikTok, YouTube, and other digital platforms.
* Develop video concepts, storyboards, and scripts from initial ideas.
* Collaborate with content creators and the marketing team to produce compelling campaigns.
* Create and optimize performance-focused ad creatives based on campaign insights.
* Help shape the brand's visual storytelling and content strategy.

Qualifications
* 3+ years of professional video editing experience (DTC or agency experience is a plus).
* Strong portfolio showcasing social media and performance marketing content.
* Proficiency with industry-standard editing software (Adobe Premiere Pro, After Effects, Final Cut Pro, or similar).
* Strong storytelling, creative, and communication skills.
* Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
* Experience creating content optimized for paid social platforms.
Bonus:Comfortable appearing on camera or capturing content when needed.

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 R37,000/month, this role is competitive with the average South African remote salary. The USD equivalent ($2,000/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 748 open positions on Hirezar. View all Somewhere jobs →