MID-WEIGHT FILMMAKER & VIDEO EDITOR: MULTI-DISCIPLINED CREATIVE STUDIO
Multimedia Designer – Creative (Integrated), Motion Designer – Creative (Integrated), Digital, Videographer – Content (Digital / Print / Video), Editor – Content (Digital / Print / Video), Operations / Traffic / Production
Cape Town – Western Cape
We have a compelling, fully on-site opportunity for an enthusiastic Mid-Weight Filmmaker & Video Editor to join the innovative creative team at an in-house creative studio delivering 360° solutions in Cape Town.
We’re looking for a dynamic and energetic Filmmaker who can shoot and edit their own work to a high standard. You’ll be responsible for crafting engaging video content, from social campaigns and branded content to product shoots and documentary-style storytelling.
This is a hands-on role for someone who understands how to capture compelling visuals and has the technical expertise to edit them into polished final pieces. You’ll have access to top-tier gear and a full production team for support, but you need to be comfortable owning a project from start to finish.
We’re looking for someone with the talent, drive, and ambition to ultimately grow into the role of shooting big-budget TV commercials. This is an opportunity to build a strong foundation in commercial filmmaking while working on a range of high-quality productions.
If you’re a keen filmmaker who can shoot, edit, and wants to grow into big-budget productions, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today!
Responsibilities
- Shoot high-quality video – Plan, light, and film compelling content across a range of formats (social, branded, documentary, product).
- Edit your own work – Cut, grade, and refine footage into well-crafted, high-impact content.
- Conceptualise & execute – Work with creative teams to bring ideas to life through film.
- Adapt for different platforms – Ensure videos are optimised for social, web, and other digital formats.
- Stay agile – Work in a fast-paced environment, juggling multiple projects and deadlines.
- Collaborate with the production team – Work closely with animators, designers, and producers to elevate content.
- Develop towards TVC production – Learn and refine skills with the goal of shooting high-end commercial productions.
Requirements
The successful candidate must have/be:
- Industry relevant qualifications
- 5+ years of experience as a filmmaker/editor, with a strong portfolio showcasing both shooting and editing skills.
- Strong knowledge of camera operation, lighting, and sound for high-quality production.
- Proficiency in Adobe Premiere Pro.
- A keen eye for storytelling, pacing, and composition.
- Ability to work independently while also collaborating with creative teams.
- Experience shooting social-first content, brand films, or commercial work.
- Ambition to grow into a high-end commercial director/cinematographer.
- Bonus: Experience with motion graphics, colour grading, or sound design.
Please submit a link to a relevant portfolio along with your CV on application.
Should you not have the relevant experience required for this role, please consider your application unsuccessful.
City: Cape Town
Level of Expertise: Mid-Senior
Remuneration: Negotiable
Consultant: Christine
Reference Number: #Chris2519
