Video Content Creator, Pulse Picks at Pulse Nigeria

Pulse is Africa’s leading innovative media company, informing and engaging Africa’s young audience - and providing expansive media reach and creative marketing solutions to partners. We run news websites and social channels and marketing and production across Francophone and Anglophone West Africa and East Africa.

Pulse Picks is a dynamic content commerce brand that integrates engaging video content with e-commerce to drive user engagement and sales. Our mission is to showcase the best products, provide insightful reviews, and highlight value for our audience across multiple social media platforms.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Video Content Creator, Pulse Picks

Location: Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Role Overview

• We are seeking a talented and creative Mobile Video Content Creator to join Pulse Picks. This individual will be responsible for creating engaging video content tailored for Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, and Facebook.
• The ideal candidate will have a passion for storytelling through video, a keen eye for detail, and the ability to produce high-quality content across various categories.

Key Responsibilities
Strategic Management and Innovation:

• Develop new video ideas and concepts that align with the Pulse Picks brand.
• Collaborate with the social media manager to align on the monthly content calendar.

Content Creation and Production:

• Produce, shoot, and edit high-quality video content for various platforms.
• Write compelling scripts through thorough research and storytelling.

Platform Optimization:

• Adapt videos to meet the specific requirements and trends of each social media platform.

Category-Specific Content Management:

• Create content across multiple categories eg Lifestyle, food, beauty, tech etc.
• Experiment with new content formats and styles to keep the content fresh and appealing.

Performance Analysis:

• Monitor video performance metrics and use insights to improve content strategies and engagement.

Collaboration and Communication:

• Work closely with the creative and editorial teams to ensure video content supports broader team objectives and promotions.
• Communicate effectively with team members to ensure smooth project execution and alignment.

Required Skills and Qualifications

• Candidates should possess a Bachelor's Degree qualification
  with at least 2 years work experience.
• Experience: Proven experience in video production, shooting, and editing, preferably for social media platforms.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in video editing software (e.g., Capcut, Adobe Premiere or mobile editing apps) and mobile filming techniques.
• Storytelling: Strong writing skills with the ability to craft engaging and informative scripts.
• Research Skills: Ability to conduct thorough research to produce accurate and informative content across various topics.
• Creativity: A creative mindset with a strong visual aesthetic and attention to detail.
• Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Team Player: Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in creating content for a content commerce or e-commerce brand.
• Familiarity with social media analytics tools.
• Ability to multitask and manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Application Closing Date
7th February, 2025.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: careers@pulse.ng using the Job Title as the subject of the mail.