Senior Video Editor at AREWA24 Television Network and Production Studio

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.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should send a detailed CV and a Cover Letter highlighting relevant experience to: careers@arewa24.com using “Application Senior Video Editor” as the subject of the email.