Video Editor & Motion Designer

About Beacons:

Beacons Digital Agency is a design-led marketing agency built for businesses ready to grow intentionally. Founded in 2024, Beacons helps brands connect meaningfully with their audiences through innovative, research-driven strategies.

Rooted in creative thinking and strategic execution, we believe that success doesn't happen by chance, it happens through thoughtful, well-crafted action. At Beacons, we combine the precision of science with the beauty of storytelling to deliver solutions that inspire, connect, and drive real business outcomes.

Role Overview:

We’re looking for a highly skilled and creative Video Editor & Motion Designer to bring our content to life through engaging video production and motion graphics. You’ll be responsible for editing short-form content for platforms like Instagram Reels, TikTok, and YouTube Shorts, as well as long-form video content for YouTube, podcasts, and brand campaigns.

This role is perfect for someone with a sharp eye for storytelling, a deep understanding of social media trends, and technical expertise in sound design and video editing.

Key Responsibilities:

● Edit high-quality short-form videos optimized for social media (Reels, TikTok, Shorts).

● Produce and edit long-form video content for YouTube, webinars, and branded content series.

● Create motion graphics, title animations, lower thirds, transitions, and other visual effects.

● Integrate sound design and engineering to enhance audio quality, music, and voiceovers.

● Collaborate with the creative and content teams to execute storytelling across formats.

● Maintain brand consistency across multiple content formats and platforms.

● Stay current with video trends, editing techniques, and platform-specific best practices.

Requirements:

● 2+ years of experience in video editing and motion design.

● Proficiency in Adobe Premiere Pro, After Effects, and audio tools like Adobe Audition or Logic Pro.

● Strong portfolio showcasing short-form content, YouTube edits, and motion graphics.

● Solid understanding of storytelling, pacing, and visual composition.

● Ability to work independently, manage feedback, and meet deadlines.

● Bonus: Experience working with culturally relevant content for African or diaspora audiences.

To apply, send your CV and cover letter to hello@beaconsagency.com with the job title in the subject line. Be thorough, be clear, and show why you're the right person for the role.