Senior Video Editor – Wasl ChannelRole Overview
The Senior Editor plays a key role within Wasl Channel’s content and production team. This position is responsible for editing short documentaries, long-form videos, and social media content, with a strong ability to shape storytelling, pacing, and narrative flow. The role operates in a fast-paced environment and requires both creative judgment and technical expertise.
Final editorial approval is provided by the Channel Lead.
Key ResponsibilitiesEditing & Storytelling
● Edit short documentaries and long-form video content.
● Build narrative structures from scratch when required, or follow provided editorial frameworks.
● Propose and apply:
○ Story angles
○ Narrative pacing
○ Scene sequencing
● Transform raw footage into cohesive, impactful stories.
Social Media Content
● Adapt long-form content into short-form videos suitable for social platforms.
● Understand social media pacing, formats, and audience behavior.
● Ensure consistency between long-form storytelling and short-form outputs.
Collaboration & Workflow
● Receive editing briefs primarily from the Head of Production.
● Collaborate when needed with content team members (writers, researchers).
● Attend only meetings directly related to assigned edits.
● Manage multiple edits simultaneously while meeting tight deadlines.
Technical Execution
● Work confidently with professional editing tools (Premiere Pro, DaVinci Resolve, Final Cut Pro).
● Perform color correction and color grading.
● Ensure clean audio and overall technical quality.
Required Skills & Experience
● Proven experience as a Senior Editor or similar role.
● Strong storytelling and editorial judgment.
● Ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
● Excellent sense of rhythm, pacing, and visual storytelling.
● Experience editing Arabic content (Arabic is the primary language).
● Ability to handle feedback and revisions efficiently.