Senior Video Editor

Senior Video Editor – Wasl Channel Role 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 Responsibilities Editing & 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.