Cinematographer & Video Editor at Innovasol Enterprise Incorporated

Innovasol Enterprise is a global parent company with sub brands shaping the future of media, travel, education, lifestyle, and social impact through strategy, storytelling, innovation, and culture. We operate as an ecosystem of purpose-driven brands that educate, empower, and inspire individuals, families, and communities worldwide.

Across our diverse portfolio, spanning digital media, travel experiences, community platforms, educational initiatives, and philanthropic projects, Innovasol Enterprise exists to spark growth, build connections, and influence culture on a global scale.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Cinematographer & Video Editor

Location: Lekki Phase 1, Lagos
Type: Full-Time, In-House
Hours: Full-time with flexible working hours (shoots, events, and campaigns may require availability outside regular office times)
Start Date: ASAP
Additional Information: N/A

Job Description

• Innovasol Enterprise is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Cinematographer & Video Editor to lead visual storytelling across our travel, lifestyle, media, and impact brands.
• This is not a basic videography role.
• We are looking for a creative professional who understands narrative structure, emotional pacing, cinematic composition, lighting, sound, and advanced post-production techniques.
• The ideal candidate can take a concept, brand message, or campaign idea and transform it into powerful, story-driven video content that captures attention, builds emotional connection, and drives engagement across digital platforms.
• You must be able to think beyond filming.
• You must be able to craft stories.
• This role requires both creative vision and technical mastery.

Key Responsibilities
Cinematic Story Development:

• Translate campaign ideas and brand concepts into visual storytelling formats
• Develop narrative structure before filming begins
• Plan visual direction including tone, mood, framing, and pacing
• Capture compelling emotional moments that support brand storytelling.

Production & Filming:

• Lead and execute professional video shoots across multiple brands
• Direct scenes, interviews, lifestyle moments, and campaign visuals
• Ensure professional lighting, sound, composition, and camera movement
• Capture high-quality footage for travel experiences, personal branding, campaigns, and events:

Advanced Video Editing:

• Edit both short-form and long-form video content
• Craft strong hooks and opening sequences for high retention
• Structure video flow for emotional engagement and clarity
• Perform color grading, sound design, transitions, and visual refinement
• Optimize videos for social platforms including Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube

Brand & Platform Alignment:

• Ensure video content aligns with brand tone and campaign objectives
• Adapt edits for platform-specific formats and audience behavior
• Collaborate with Marketing & Growth and Social Media teams for campaign rollouts
• Maintain consistent visual identity across brands.

Content Library & Equipment Management:

• Organize and maintain structured video libraries
• Manage and maintain professional video equipment
• Ensure proper storage, backup, and archival of footage.

Creative Leadership:

• Recommend new video concepts and storytelling approaches
• Stay current on cinematic trends, editing styles, and social-first formats
• Continuously improve production quality and creative execution.

Qualifications

• 4 - 5 years of professional cinematography and advanced video editing experience
• Strong portfolio demonstrating cinematic storytelling (not just highlight reels)
• Advanced proficiency in Adobe Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro, or DaVinci Resolve
• Strong understanding of lighting, sound, camera composition, and movement
• Experience producing content for digital platforms (Instagram, YouTube, TikTok)
• Ability to edit for retention, emotional impact, and platform performance
• Strong organizational and file management skills
• Ability to work across multiple brands and projects simultaneously
• Creative, detail-oriented, and highly disciplined
• Flexible and adaptable to work in different environments and with multiple brands.

Key Requirements:

• Must be able to work in our Ikate / Lekki Phase 1 Office (Freedom Way)
• Some positions may transition to a hybrid schedule after a 3 month probation & demonstrated ability to work independently from home.
• Must have a flexible work schedule, and must be available to work US hours and weekends as needed.
• Must be creative, adaptable, and able to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Salary and Benefits

• Competitive salary (N250,000 - N350,000 monthly) based on senior-level experience; flexible ± depending on qualifications.
• Benefits: Opportunity to grow within a creative and multi-brand environment.
• Accommodation may be provided on a case by case basis.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

Note

• If you meet the criteria and are passionate about this role, please apply 
• Applicants must submit a portfolio demonstrating narrative storytelling ability.
• We are not currently offering basic training.
• Please only apply if you meet the minimum experience requirement of 3+ years.