Job Description

Non-Linear Video Editor (NLE)

Reports To

Responsibilities and Duties

• Edit video content (news packages, short clips, promos, social media videos, explainer videos) using industry-standard NLE software.
• Enhance video quality through color correction, stabilization, and audio improvement.
• Collaborate with reporters, scriptwriters and assignment team to know about their needs and understanding of making a video
• Ensure timely delivery of videos, especially for fast-turnaround news content.
• Maintain project organization by properly naming, storing, and archiving all assets.
• Ensure logical sequencing of the video and use relevant music, voiceovers, graphics and effects.
• Seek for assignment editor’s approval before posting any video
• Discover and implement new editing techniques to maximize efficiency.
• Stay updated with new editing techniques, trends, and digital storytelling styles.
• Ensure compliance with copyright rules, music licensing, and organizational policies.

• Proficiency in Adobe Premiere Pro, Adobe photoshop, Cap Cut Pro, or any relevant editing software.
• Strong understanding of video storytelling, pacing, and visual composition.
• Ability to work fast and accurately under pressure.
• Familiarity with motion graphics and basic design tools (e.g., After Effects, Canva) is an added advantage.
• Knowledge of audio editing, sound mixing, and voice-over integration.
• Ability to adapt editing style for different platforms (news, reels, vlogs, podcast).
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple projects.

• Bachelor's degree in Media Studies, Film Production, Mass Communication, or a related field (preferred but not mandatory if skills are strong).
• Minimum 1-2 years of experience in video editing (newsroom or digital media experience preferred).
• A professional portfolio/reel showcasing previous work is required.