Canva Video Editor

2 weeks ago

Nairobi, Nairobi Area, Kenya Africa & Diaspora Economic Network Full time 900,000 - 1,200,000 per year

Company Profile:

Location: Nairobi, Kenya

Full time Staff: 5

The purpose of the Africa & Diaspora Development Network (ADEN) initiative is to: serve as the framework that brings the 1.7 billion-strong Global African community under one umbrella , united by one transformative vision and a shared approach to its implementation.

A platform for direct action, ADEN is a wholly owned subsidiary of Afri Fund Capital. The initiative's purpose is to directly channel the diaspora's immense financial power and people into the catalytic infrastructure that will underpin the continent's 21st-century prosperity, leveraging the power of our investment engine, Afri Fund Capital

Role Summary

The Certified Canva Video Editor will be responsible for end-to-end video production, from concept refinement to final delivery. This is a hands-on production role requiring expertise in using Canva's advanced editing capabilities, including its AI and Pro features, to produce high-volume, on-brand content for LinkedIn, Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube.

Key Responsibilities

  • Video Production & Editing:

Manipulate and edit raw footage (film pieces, screencasts, and stock content) to create a cohesive narrative, ensuring logical sequencing and smooth running, and that all edits are invisible to the audience.
- Canva Mastery:

Utilize advanced features within Canva Pro, including beat detection, smart trim, background removal, and audio enhancement, to optimize video quality and integrate seamlessly into professional templates.
- Content Generation:

Develop engaging visual content by merging video editing and graphic design skills to produce high-quality multimedia assets.
- Branding & Compliance:

Ensure all video output adheres strictly to brand guidelines, style guides, and project objectives, utilizing Canva's features for file formats and template management.
- Media Integration:

Input music, dialogue, motion graphics, transitions, animations, and visual effects using Canva's proprietary tools and expansive library to elevate content.
- Workflow Efficiency:

Take a production brief and review raw material to create a shot decision list based on continuity and scene value, ensuring efficient time management in the editing process.
- Accessibility & Output:

Implement and enable captions on videos to improve accessibility for all viewers. Export and share videos quickly and correctly for different social platforms (e.g., Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, Twitch).

Required Skills and Qualifications

Technical Proficiency

Proven expertise in Canva's video editor, demonstrated through a strong portfolio of completed projects.

Certification

Official certification or advanced training in Canva, showcasing a mastery of its full feature set (Pro and AI tools).

Creativity & Design

Exceptional creativity, strong attention to detail, and a proven ability to deliver visually appealing, on-brand designs.

Video Editing Fundamentals

Solid understanding of basic video editing principles (trimming, sequencing, pace, and continuity).

Workflow

Effective time management skills and experience managing multiple video projects simultaneously to meet rapid turnaround times.

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