{"id":19357,"date":"2026-09-10T14:59:26","date_gmt":"2026-09-10T14:59:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/syrianforum.org\/?post_type=job_listing&p=19357"},"modified":"2026-09-10T14:59:26","modified_gmt":"2026-09-10T14:59:26","slug":"video-editor-freelance","status":"publish","type":"job_listing","link":"https:\/\/syrianforum.org\/en\/job\/video-editor-freelance\/","title":{"rendered":"Video Editor – Freelance"},"content":{"rendered":"

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Job Purpose<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

Craft compelling, emotionally resonant videos from raw field footage, interviews, event recordings, and archival material. The ideal candidate can turn complex humanitarian stories into clear, moving narratives optimized for fundraising campaigns, social media, and donor engagement, while handling sensitive content with care and cultural awareness.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Key Responsibilities <\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n
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  • Edit raw footage (field documentation, interviews, event coverage, b-roll) into polished videos for fundraising campaigns, social media, and donor communications<\/li>\n
  • Produce content in multiple formats and lengths \u2014 short-form social clips (Reels, TikTok, Stories), longer donor\/impact videos, and event highlight reels<\/li>\n
  • Add subtitles\/captions (English and Arabic as needed), motion graphics, music, and sound design to enhance storytelling<\/li>\n
  • Collaborate with the Media and Digital Marketing teams to align videos with campaign messaging, branding, and calls to action<\/li>\n
  • Translate raw, sometimes emotionally difficult footage into content that is respectful, dignified, and effective for fundraising purposes<\/li>\n
  • Color grade and ensure consistent visual quality and branding across all deliverables<\/li>\n
  • Organize and manage video assets, project files, and version control<\/li>\n
  • Deliver final files in formats optimized for various platforms (Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, email campaigns, websites)<\/li>\n
  • Meet deadlines tied to campaign launches and time-sensitive fundraising events<\/li>\n
  • Respect and apply all PSEA Principles and show a high commitment to reporting any of them.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    Note:<\/strong> the above-mentioned key responsibilities\/accountabilities are illustrative ones. Other future responsibility\/accountability may be assigned to the job depending on the department\u2019s organizational chart.<\/u><\/p>\n\n\n\n
    Qualifications<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n
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    • Proven portfolio of video editing work, ideally including nonprofit, documentary, or humanitarian storytelling<\/li>\n
    • Proficiency in industry-standard editing software and programs (Adobe Premiere Pro, After Effects, DaVinci Resolve, Photoshop, CapCut, or similar)<\/li>\n
    • Strong narrative instincts; able to shape raw footage into a story that drives emotional connection and donor action<\/li>\n
    • Experience with motion graphics, captions\/subtitles, and social-media-optimized formats<\/li>\n
    • Sensitivity to cultural context and ethical storytelling when editing footage involving vulnerable populations (children, displaced families, etc.)<\/li>\n
    • Advanced level in English is a plus (for captioning\/translation coordination)<\/li>\n
    • Strong communication skills and ability to incorporate feedback efficiently<\/li>\n
    • Reliable and able to turn around content quickly around campaign deadlines<\/li>\n
    • Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet deadlines<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

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      Syrian Forum is committed to protecting our staff and the communities we work with from abuse and harm, including sexual exploitation, sexual abuse, and sexual harassment.<\/p>\n

      All staff are expected to abide by our Code of Conduct and the IASC 6 core principles.<\/p>\n

      Syrian Forum has a zero-tolerance policy towards any behavior that violates its code of conduct, including sexual harassment, exploitation, abuse, as well as lack of integrity, corruption, and fraud. Syrian Forum also adheres to strict safeguarding principles.<\/p>\n

      Qualified candidates are invited to apply for the vacant position no later than 19-09-2026.<\/strong><\/p>\n

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