JAM Productions is a Lusaka-based audiovisual production company specialising in documentary filmmaking, corporate productions, television content, digital campaigns and creative storytelling.
We are looking for a talented and creative Video Editor to join our production team.
THE ROLE
This is not simply a job for someone who knows how to operate editing software or assemble clips together. We are looking for a Video Editor with a strong instinct for storytelling.
The successful candidate must be able to take hours of raw footage, interviews, testimonials and B-roll, identify the strongest narrative elements and independently build a compelling story.
We want someone who understands how to create a beginning, a progression and a meaningful conclusion; someone who recognises powerful moments, knows what to keep and what to leave out, and understands how editing, sound, music and pacing can create an emotional connection with an audience.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Independently develop narrative structures and storylines from interviews, testimonials and observational footage.
- Transform raw footage into compelling documentaries, corporate films, promotional videos and social media content.
- Build engaging narratives with strong pacing, rhythm and emotional progression.
- Perform professional colour correction and colour grading.
- Handle audio editing, sound mixing and basic sound design.
- Incorporate titles, subtitles, motion graphics and visual effects where required.
- Collaborate with directors and producers to translate creative concepts into finished productions.
- Organise project files and media assets efficiently.
- Manage multiple assignments and meet production deadlines.
REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
- Minimum 3 years of professional video editing experience.
- Strong proficiency in DaVinci Resolve, Adobe Premiere Pro or Final Cut Pro.
- Demonstrated storytelling and narrative construction abilities.
- Good knowledge of colour grading, audio post-production and motion graphics.
- Excellent sense of timing, rhythm, pacing and visual continuity.
- Ability to work independently and take creative initiative.
- Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
Experience in documentary filmmaking, television productions, human-interest stories and corporate productions will be a significant advantage.
HOW TO APPLY
Interested candidates should submit:
- An updated CV.
- Links to three projects they have edited.
- Expected monthly salary.
We are particularly interested in candidates who can demonstrate their ability to transform raw footage into compelling stories.
Position: Full-time
Location: Lusaka, Zambia
Start date: 1 December 2026
Remuneration: Competitive, based on experience and qualifications.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
