sherditor

JOB DESCRIPTION: SHERDITOR

(Shooter + Editor)

Role Overview

The Sherditor is a hybrid creative responsible for capturing high-quality video content and turning it into polished, engaging edits that align with The FYI Group's brand standards. This role is fast-paced, hands-on, and perfect for someone who can both shoot and cut — without needing a babysitter.

Key Responsibilities

1. Content Shooting

• Capture high-quality video footage for social media, campaigns, interviews, BTS, events, and documentary-style shoots.
• Set up lighting, audio, framing, and composition to fit the creative direction.
• Operate cameras, gimbals, stabilisers, microphones, and other gear confidently.
• Adapt quickly to different shooting environments, from corporate offices to lifestyle shoots.

2. Editing & Post-Production

• Edit videos into clean, punchy, ready-to-publish content.
• Add music, sound design, colour grading, subtitles, graphics, and transitions when needed.
• Create versions for different platforms (TikTok, Instagram, YouTube, LinkedIn).
• Deliver edits quickly without compromising quality.

3. Creative Execution

• Understand the creative brief and bring it to life visually.
• Contribute ideas for concepts, storyboards, and content structure.
• Help shape a consistent visual identity across all FYI brands.

4. Workflow Management

• Manage footage, backups, file structures, and project organisation.
• Meet deadlines consistently.
• Work with designers, writers, and social media managers to align deliverables.

Required Skills & Experience

• Strong shooting and editing skills — you can do both at a professional level.
• Proficiency in Adobe Premiere Pro or Final Cut Pro (DaVinci Resolve is a bonus).
• Knowledge of colour, sound, lighting, storytelling, and pacing.
• Ability to work fast without losing attention to detail.
• Experience creating content for social media platforms.

Soft Skills

• Fast thinker, strong communicator.
• Able to take direction and run with it.
• Reliable, proactive, and calm under pressure.
• Strong creative instincts and problem-solving ability.

Equipment Knowledge

(Doesn't have to own the gear — but must know how to use it.)

• DSLR/Mirrorless cameras (Sony, Canon, etc.)
• Gimbals
• Lighting kits
• Shotgun and lapel mics
• Editing laptops/software

Performance Indicators

• Output volume and quality
• Creative execution
• Meeting deadlines
• Contribution to brand growth and content performance
• Ability to work independently and with the team