TRAFFIC
Western Cape
Freelance Video Effects Editor (Basic VFX / AI Effects)
Talent Sam
South African Rand . ZAR 200,000 - 300,000
Job Description
Overview 
We are looking for a freelance video editor who can apply existing visual effects to video footage and generate clear before-and-after versions of each clip. The role focuses on applying preset effects or AI-based effects rather than creating complex visual effects from scratch.
Responsibilities- Apply existing visual effects, presets, or AI-generated effects to video footage
- Produce two versions of each clip: original (before) and effect-applied (after)
- Ensure effects are applied consistently across multiple clips
- Export videos in required formats and resolutions
- Organize output files clearly with structured naming and folders
- Experience with video editing or visual effects tools such as:
- Adobe After Effects
- Adobe Premiere Pro
- DaVinci Resolve
- or similar video editing tools
- Familiarity with AI-based video editing or visual effects tools
- Ability to apply standard effects such as filters, lighting adjustments, compositing elements, or motion effects
- Basic understanding of video timelines, rendering, and formats
- Ability to process batches of clips efficiently
- Experience working with film or professional video footage
- Experience using AI tools for video effects or enhancement
- Ability to process large volumes of clips while maintaining consistency
- Original video (unchanged)
- Video with applied effect
- Clearly labeled files indicating before and after versions
Job Overview
Date Posted
16 Mar 2026
Salary
South African Rand . ZAR
200,000 - 300,000
Location
Western Cape, South Africa