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Online Editor

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Cape Town, WC, South Africa; Johannesburg, South Africa
Creative

About the Role

At Ogilvy, a Most Loved Workplace® certified employer in the Advertising/Marketing/Public Relations space, Borderless creativity inspiring brands and people to make lasting impact.

<div class="content-intro"><p><strong>About Ogilvy  </strong></p>

<p>Ogilvy, part of WPP, has been creating impact for brands through iconic, culture-changing, value-driving ideas since Ogilvy was founded by David Ogilvy 75 years ago. It builds on that rich legacy through Borderless Creativity – innovating at the intersections of its advertising, public relations, relationship design, consulting, and health capabilities with experts collaborating seamlessly across over 120 offices in nearly 90 countries. Ogilvy currently <a href="https://www.Ogilvy.com/ideas/Ogilvy-tops-warc-effective-100-creative-100-rankings-third-straight-year" target="_blank">ranks</a> as the #1 global agency network for creative excellence and effectiveness by WARC, signifying its ability to deliver creative solutions that drive unreasonable impact for clients and communities. Ogilvy is a WPP company (NYSE: WPP). For more information, visit <a href="http://www.Ogilvy.com/" target="_blank">Ogilvy.com</a>, and follow us on <a href="https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/www.linkedin.com/company/Ogilvy/__;!!FMox2LFwyA!4Z5sYRsQCsdV4dIxzo5cqM97oclKST23C6w0s209mLcXxT5_tuCL0fM31Se_7mxpVAamp;quot; target="_blank">LinkedIn</a>, <a href="https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/twitter.com/ogilvy__;!!FMox2LFwyA!4Z5sYRsQCsdV4dIxzo5cqM97oclKST23C6w0s209mLcXxT5_tuCL0fM31SccaJbNMQamp;quot; target="_blank">X</a>,<a href="https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/www.instagram.com/Ogilvy/__;!!FMox2LFwyA!4Z5sYRsQCsdV4dIxzo5cqM97oclKST23C6w0s209mLcXxT5_tuCL0fM31SfRZhifmAamp;quot; target="_blank"> Instagram</a>, and<a href="https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/www.facebook.com/Ogilvy/__;!!FMox2LFwyA!4Z5sYRsQCsdV4dIxzo5cqM97oclKST23C6w0s209mLcXxT5_tuCL0fM31ScfS6rLGgamp;quot; target="_blank"> Facebook.</a></p>

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<p><strong>About WPP</strong></p>

<p>WPP is the trusted growth partner for the world’s leading brands. We unite cutting-edge media intelligence and data solutions, world-class creativity, next-generation production, transformative enterprise solutions and expert strategic counsel in a single company – powered by exceptional talent and our agentic marketing platform, WPP Open, to help our clients navigate change, capture opportunity and deliver transformational growth. For more information, visit <u><a href="http://wpp.com/" data-outlook-id="7f087527-f491-4cb6-a79d-3b4a67d1ec89">WPP.com</a></u>.</p></div><p></p>

<p>Are you a passionate Online Editor with a knack for delivering exceptional social edits, graphics and design solutions across both digital and print-based projects?</p>

<p>Look no further! We are searching for a highly creative individual who possesses supreme attention to detail and strong social editing skills to join our dynamic team.</p>

<p>Ideally, we're seeking someone with 5-7 years of experience in both short- and long-form social content. The ideal candidate will be comfortable working across a variety of formats and genres, editing footage shot by production teams to meet specific project requirements.</p>

<p>The Social Editor will assist with edits, graphic social content creation across multiple projects, delivering final outputs in various formats under tight deadlines. This includes working with supplied footage, After Effects, Photoshop/Illustrator files and digital assets to craft high-quality audio-visual content. The role also involves prepping files and syncing footage to support the workflow of senior editors. As well as having the opportunity to collaborate with cross-functional teams, including producers, copywriters, strategists, and account/ project managers, to ensure a cohesive and impactful creative direction.</p>

<p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p>

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<li>Build offline edits from storyboards and creative briefs, to tell compelling stories and communicate the intended message effectively.</li>

<li>Edit and finesse video; including but not limited to colour grading (using LUT/guide grade), cleaning up footage and adding graphics/generating graphic text for social and digital content.</li>

<li>Audio mix music, voiceover and any simple sound effects within edits.</li>

<li>Collaborate with producers and editors from post production houses and creative teams to align with project objectives and vision.</li>

<li>Maintain organised systems and meticulously label project files.</li>

<li>Store and archive all footage and final material according to required protocols.</li>

<li>Select music from licensed music libraries as needed.</li>

<li>Source and select images from stock libraries when required.</li>

<li>Manage personal workflow and provide regular progress updates to the appropriate senior team members.</li>

<li>Be comfortable incorporating feedback from multiple stakeholders, including producers and clients.</li>

<li>Identify opportunities to improve the editing process and overall workflow.</li>

<li>Stay current with editing techniques, software updates, and industry trends.</li>

</ul>

<p><strong>Requirements:</strong></p>

<ul>

<li>Competency in working with motion graphics templates, Adobe After Effects, illustrator and Photoshop</li>

<li>Experience in colour grading for broadcast is an advantage.</li>

<li>High proficiency in Adobe Premiere Pro and Nuke experience with DaVinci Resolve is a plus.</li>

<li>Solid understanding of cloud-based services and file management.</li>

<li>Effective communication skills and strong team collaboration.</li>

<li>Exceptional attention to detail and ability to work under pressure.</li>

<li>Passion for storytelling and visual narrative techniques.</li>

<li>Creative, positive, and solutions-oriented mindset.</li>

<li>Strong organisational and goal-oriented work ethic.</li>

<li>Technical understanding of television and digital content production.</li>

<li>Strong problem-solving skills and time management abilities.</li>

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<p><strong>Additional Requirements:</strong></p>

<ul>

<li>Relevant tertiary education in film, media, or a related creative field.</li>

<li>Proficient in English; proficiency in additional languages is an advantage.</li>

<li>Familiarity with the broadcast and digital video landscape, particularly in a beauty context, is preferred.</li>

</ul>

<p>Unleash Your Creativity, Ignite Your Passion, and Shape the Future: Be a Part of Our Dynamic Design Family!</p>

<p><strong> </strong><strong>Offer</strong></p>

<ul>

<li>Full-time job within a growing and trendsetting agency</li>

<li>Attractive package and benefits</li>

<li>Global client portfolio</li>

<li>Hybrid homeworking policy</li>

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<p></p><div class="content-conclusion"><p>At Ogilvy, our people are at the heart of what we do: a creative agency that sparks game-changing ideas across culture and business through collaboration, integrity, and a celebration of self-expression. </p>

<p>We believe in building powerful teams with purpose - and we relentlessly curate transformative initiatives that make our commitment to fairness, and equity a reality. </p>

<p>Our ultimate mission is to leave a positive impact on the world, creating a better future for all, while supporting and uplifting the global communities we serve.  This is central to our mantra of Borderless Creativity.</p>

<p><span data-teams="true">Ogilvy is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without discrimination or regard to particular characteristics. We are committed to fostering a culture of respect in which everyone feels they belong and has the same opportunities to progress in their careers.</span></p>

<p>If you need any assistance seeking a job opportunity, or if you need reasonable accommodation with the application process, please contact us at accommodations@Ogilvy.com. Please note that this contact is only for candidates who are requesting accommodation. Emails for other purposes, including application status requests, will not receive a response.</p></div>

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Common questions candidates ask about this role and Ogilvy's workplace

Ogilvy has been growing brands and businesses since 1948. Over the last 75 years, as the world has evolved, Ogilvy has been there. We uphold our legacy through borderless creativity —operating, innovating, and creating at the intersection of talent and capabilities. Our founder, David Ogilvy, created a culture that respected and cared about its people and its clients, and those core values remain at the heart of everything we do. They are not a rigid set of rules, but beliefs that inform how we behave, how we set expectations for our work, and how we hire. We are: Pervasively Creative, Adaptively Connected, Relentlessly Curious, Divinely Discontented, Eternal Craftspeople.

Please review the specific job listing or contact Ogilvy's recruiting team for details on remote or hybrid work options for this role.

Salary information may vary by role and location. Please check the specific job listing or discuss compensation during the interview process.

Ogilvy is an established organization in its industry. The company is a certified Most Loved Workplace®, highlighting a strong, positive culture and committed workforce.

Key benefit categories include: Health & Wellness, Financial & Retirement, Family & Parenting, Vacation & Time Off, Professional Development, Perks & Discounts. You can view more details on their CertCheck profile.

The day-to-day environment is guided by core values such as Fearless Creativity and Genuine Collaboration and People-First Leadership.

The company has committed to inclusive practices including: Celebrate Every Perspective and Invest in Your Growth.

They have earned Most Loved Workplace® certifications including: Most Loved Workplace Most Loved Workplaces® 2026 and Most Loved Workplace Most Loved Workplaces® 2023.

Ogilvy currently has 176 open positions. They are hiring across departments like Account/Client Services, Public Relations, Creative. You can view all current openings at certcheck.mostlovedworkplace.com/companies/ogilvy/jobs.

The interview process typically involves an initial recruiter screen followed by team interviews. Please contact Ogilvy's recruiting team for specific details on this role's process.

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