Hirezar Summary for South African Applicants

This fully remote full time position at Somewhere explicitly welcomes applicants based in South Africa. 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

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.

Salary in Context

Even without a listed salary, international remote roles typically pay 2-3x more than equivalent local positions in South Africa due to the exchange rate advantage.

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.

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 1632 open positions on Hirezar. View all Somewhere jobs →