JOB DESCRIPTION
Position
Videographer & Video Editor
Company
Magsum Solutions Private Limited – Marketing Venture
Employment Type
Full-Time
Location
Chennai / Hybrid
Experience
1–4 Years
About the Role
We are looking for a creative and hands-on Videographer & Video Editor to join the core team of our new marketing venture.
The person will be responsible for the complete video production process — from understanding the concept and setting up the shoot to filming, editing and delivering final content.
The role will primarily focus on short-form digital content, including Instagram Reels, YouTube Shorts, founder videos, product videos, promotional videos, testimonials and brand campaigns.
Key Responsibilities
Videography
- Plan and execute professional video shoots for clients.
- Shoot Instagram Reels and short-form videos.
- Shoot founder/personal branding content.
- Shoot product and service videos.
- Shoot customer testimonials and interviews.
- Cover events, launches and business activities.
- Handle camera, lighting, audio and basic production equipment.
- Set up suitable backgrounds, framing and lighting for different shoots.
- Capture multiple angles and footage required for editing.
Video Editing
- Edit short-form videos for Instagram, YouTube, and other platforms.
- Create engaging Reels and Shorts.
- Add captions, subtitles, transitions, music, and sound effects.
- Create suitable hooks and pacing to improve viewer retention.
- Add basic motion graphics and text animations.
- Color-correct and improve audio quality.
- Resize and adapt videos for different platforms.
- Create multiple versions of content when required.
Content Production
- Work with the Marketing Strategist & Scriptwriter to understand the objective of each video.
- Translate scripts and concepts into visually engaging videos.
- Suggest suitable shots, locations, angles and production styles.
- Participate in creative brainstorming.
- Maintain organised footage and project files.
- Ensure videos are delivered within agreed timelines.
Client Shoots
- Travel to client locations for shoots when required.
- Interact professionally with clients and their teams.
- Understand the brand’s visual identity.
- Ensure the quality of the final output meets the agreed standard.
Equipment & Production
- Maintain and handle cameras, lenses, lights, microphones, tripods and other production equipment.
- Identify equipment requirements for different shoots.
- Ensure equipment is properly stored and maintained.
- Coordinate with external photographers/videographers when additional production support is required.
Required Skills
- Strong videography skills.
- Strong video editing skills.
- Good understanding of short-form content.
- Knowledge of framing, lighting and composition.
- Good understanding of audio recording.
- Ability to create engaging video pacing.
- Strong sense of visual storytelling.
- Attention to detail.
- Ability to work under deadlines.
- Ability to work independently as well as with a creative team.
Software Skills
Strong working knowledge of one or more professional editing tools such as:
- Adobe Premiere Pro
- DaVinci Resolve
- Final Cut Pro
- After Effects
Knowledge of CapCut or similar short-form editing tools is an advantage.
Preferred Skills
- Experience creating high-performing Reels/Shorts.
- Experience with talking-head and founder-led content.
- Experience with product videography.
- Basic photography skills.
- Basic motion graphics.
- Basic colour grading.
- Basic sound editing.
- Experience working with brands, agencies or startups.
- Ability to operate different camera systems.
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
- Quality of video production.
- Number of videos delivered within timelines.
- Editing quality and consistency.
- Content engagement and retention.
- Turnaround time.
- Client satisfaction.
- Ability to execute shoots independently.
- Quality of visual storytelling.
Ideal Candidate
We are looking for someone who doesn’t simply “shoot and edit videos.”
You should understand why a particular shot, hook, angle, transition or editing style is being used.
You should be able to take a simple concept such as:
“We need a 30-second Reel for this business”
and turn it into a well-shot, well-edited and platform-ready piece of content.
Education
Degree/Diploma in Visual Communication, Film Making, Mass Communication, Media, Animation or a related field is preferred but not mandatory.
A strong portfolio can compensate for formal education.
Portfolio
Portfolio/showreel is mandatory.
Candidates should share examples of:
- Reels
- Short-form videos
- Brand videos
- Product videos
- Founder/personal branding videos
- Editing work
Compensation
- Based on experience, technical skills and portfolio.
Pay: ₹300,000.00 - ₹500,000.00 per year
Benefits:
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Chennai, Tamil Nadu (Chennai, Chennai District)
