Sr. Creative Visualiser & Video Editor

About the role:

Binary is looking for a creative storyteller who can develop visual ideas and turn footage into compelling films and digital content.

You will work across creative videos, cinematic content, documentaries, short films, podcasts, and brand projects. The role combines hands-on editing, creative visualisation, independent project ownership, and team leadership.

You will collaborate with creative and production teams, taking projects from the initial brief through to final delivery.

Requirements

Key responsibilities:

• Develop concepts, visual treatments, mood boards, and storyboards that give each project a clear creative direction.
• Edit documentaries, short films, cinematic videos, podcasts, brand films, and social media content.
• Build engaging narratives through footage selection, pacing, music, sound design, colour, and graphics.
• Shape long-form interviews and podcast recordings into polished episodes, trailers, and short clips.
• Collaborate with cinematographers and production teams on shot planning, visual style, and footage requirements.
• Independently manage projects, including timelines, feedback, revisions, and final delivery.
• Guide junior editors and designers, allocate tasks, and review work for quality and consistency.
• Use AI tools for creative exploration, supporting visuals, transcription, audio enhancement, and editing workflows.
• Maintain organised footage, project files, backups, and final exports.*What we’re looking for*
• 3–5 years of relevant experience in video editing, filmmaking, or creative production.
• A strong portfolio showing storytelling ability, visual judgement, and editing craft.
• Proficiency in Adobe Premiere Pro or DaVinci Resolve.
• Working knowledge of After Effects for motion graphics, titles, and compositing.
• Understanding of cinematic composition, shot continuity, colour grading, and sound.
• Experience editing interviews, multicamera footage, or podcasts.
• Practical knowledge of AI tools used in image, video, and audio production.
• Ability to interpret a brief, contribute original ideas, and deliver with minimal supervision.
• Experience guiding team members and coordinating creative work.
• Strong communication, attention to detail, and ownership of deadlines.

*An added advantage*

• Experience working on documentaries, short films, or narrative projects.
• Hands-on cinematography or camera experience.
• Experience planning shoots and collaborating on scripts or interview structures.