Full Time Video Editor Jobs, in WeTV SEA Kuala Lumpur - Ricebowl

Key Responsibilities

Content Creation & Editing

Edit and produce high-quality short-form videos for WeTV's social media channels, ensuring compelling storytelling, strong visual appeal, and seamless pacing.

Identify and extract the most engaging, emotionally resonant, or buzz-worthy moments from C-Drama episodes — whether it's a swoon-worthy romantic scene, a plot twist, a meme-able reaction, or a visually stunning sequence.

Adapt content for platform-specific formats and algorithms (e.g., TikTok vertical videos, YouTube Shorts, Instagram Reels, carousel posts), optimizing hook points, captions, music, and pacing to maximize reach and engagement.

Cultural & Content Sensibility

Demonstrate a deep understanding of C-Drama content, including genre conventions (costume dramas, modern romance, xianxia, etc.), popular tropes, fan culture, and what drives audience excitement and sharing behavior.

Stay on top of trending C-Drama titles, artists, fan discussions, and viral moments within the C-entertainment ecosystem, translating these insights into timely, relevant social content.

Collaborate with the marketing and operations team to align video content with broader campaign strategies, content launches, and seasonal promotions.

Performance Optimization

Monitor and analyze the performance of social media content (views, engagement rate, completion rate, shares, etc.), identifying patterns in what works and what doesn't.

Provide actionable insights and recommendations to continuously improve content quality, format, and strategy.

Stay current with social media trends, editing techniques, and platform algorithm changes, ensuring WeTV's content remains competitive and innovative.

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Requirements

Must-Have

1. C-Drama Content Sense (Critical):

You must be a passionate consumer of C-Dramas with an intuitive sense for what makes content engaging — whether it's selecting the right clip, timing a cut to music, or understanding fan sensibilities. If you don't actively watch and love C-Dramas, this role is not a fit.

2. Video Editing Expertise:

2+ years of experience in video and/or image editing, preferably in a social media, entertainment, or content creator environment.

Proficiency in industry-standard tools:Video: Adobe Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro, DaVinci Resolve, or CapCut

Image: Adobe Photoshop, Capcut, Illustrator, Canva, or Figma

3. Platform Fluency:

Deep familiarity with TikTok, YouTube Shorts, Instagram (Reels/Stories), and Facebook. You understand each platform's content style, audience behavior, and what makes videos perform.

4. Visual Storytelling & Creativity:

Strong visual sense, attention to detail, and the ability to craft narratives that hook viewers in the first 3 seconds and keep them watching till the end.

5. Language Proficiency:

Fluent in English and Mandarin (written and spoken). Able to understand Mandarin dialogue nuances and adapt content for multilingual audiences.

6. Time Management & Agility:

Comfortable working in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment. Ability to juggle multiple projects and deliver high-quality work on tight turnaround times.

Nice-to-Have

Experience working with C-Drama content, Asian entertainment, or OTT/streaming platforms.

Knowledge of motion graphics, animation, or subtitle styling to elevate content quality.

Familiarity with analytics tools (e.g., TikTok Analytics, YouTube Studio, Meta Business Suite) and data-driven content optimization.

Experience managing or collaborating with influencers, fan communities, or UGC creators.

Understanding of SEO, hashtag strategy, and social media growth tactics.