AREWA24 is the leading Hausa language entertainment and lifestyle television network and production studio in Nigeria and West Africa, reaching over 44M viewers.  AREWA24 is fully distributed as a free-to-air satellite channel and as part of all major PayTV lineups – DStv, GOtv, Startimes and Canal+.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Senior Video Editor

Location: Kano
Job type: Full-time

Role Overview

• AREWA24 is seeking a highly skilled and creatively driven Senior Video Editor to lead the post-production editing process across film, television, digital, and promotional content.
• This role requires a master storyteller with a deep understanding of cinematic pacing, narrative structure, and visual rhythm, combined with advanced technical expertise in industry-standard editing tools and workflows.
• The Senior Video Editor will play a key role in shaping final content, mentoring junior editors, and collaborating closely with directors, producers, writers, and post-production teams to deliver world-class productions that meet AREWA24’s creative and technical standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the offline and online editing process for scripted and unscripted productions, trailers, promos, and branded content
• Collaborate with directors and producers to shape narrative structure, tone, pacing, and emotional impact
• Interpret scripts, storyboards, and creative briefs to deliver compelling visual storytelling
• Oversee assembly cuts, rough cuts, fine cuts, and final picture lock
• Work closely with sound designers, colorists, VFX artists, and composers to ensure seamless post-production integration
• Ensure projects meet technical delivery specifications for broadcast, streaming, theatrical, and digital platforms
• Manage large volumes of footage, multi-camera edits, and complex timelines with efficiency and organization
• Maintain high standards for continuity, visual consistency, and storytelling clarity
• Troubleshoot technical and creative challenges under tight deadlines
• Mentor and provide guidance to junior editors and assistant editors
• Stay current with evolving editing trends, storytelling techniques, and emerging technologies
• Timely Delivery of Post-Production Timeline.

Requirements

• Minimum of 8 years of professional editing experience in film, television, or high-end digital productions
• Proven portfolio demonstrating strong narrative storytelling and cinematic editing
• Expert proficiency in:
  • Avid Media Composer (preferred for studio film/TV workflows)
  • Adobe Premiere Pro
  • Final Cut Pro (knowledge advantageous)
• Strong understanding of post-production workflows, codecs, color pipelines, and delivery formats
• Experience working with RAW, LOG, and high-resolution formats (4K/6K/8K)
• Solid knowledge of sound design basics, music editing, and temp mixes
• Familiarity with VFX workflows, conforming, and finishing processes
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet strict deadlines in a fast-paced studio environment

Preferred Skills:

• Experience editing feature films or premium television series
• Knowledge of DaVinci Resolve workflows
• Understanding of HDR and Dolby Vision delivery standards
• Experience with remote/cloud-based collaboration pipelines
• Leadership experience supervising post-production teams

Key Compentencies:

• Exceptional storytelling instincts
• Strong creative judgment and attention to detail
• Ability to take and implement creative feedback constructively
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills
• High level of discretion with unreleased studio content
• Strong time management and organizational skills

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.