Social Media Manager

Full-Time Social Media Manager & Video Editor We are looking for a **creative, reliable and highly skilled Social Media Manager / Video Editor** to join us on a **full-time, long-term basis**. A major part of this role will be taking the video content we provide and turning it into **professional, engaging, platform-ready content**. We aim to publish **at least 2 short-form videos per day**, with the potential to increase this to **3-5 videos per day** as our content strategy grows. This is not simply a posting role. We need someone who understands **editing, branding, social media optimisation and content creation** and can bring their own ideas to the table. ## Your Responsibilities ### Short-Form Video Editing You will regularly receive raw or partially edited video content that needs to be prepared for platforms such as: * TikTok * Instagram Reels * YouTube Shorts * Facebook * LinkedIn *Youtube * Other relevant platforms You should be excellent at short-form video editing, including: * Professional cuts and transitions * Removing unnecessary pauses * Improving pacing and viewer retention * Adding captions and subtitles * Using attractive, modern fonts * On-screen text and graphics * Sound effects * Background music where appropriate * Zooms, movement and visual effects * Hooks and attention-grabbing openings * Creating branded thumbnail/cover images when required The finished content should feel **professional, modern and consistent with our brand**. ### Long-Form Video Editing At the moment, the role will also include editing **two longer-form videos**. This includes: * One longer video that will need to be carefully edited and trimmed down to approximately **10–15 minutes** * A second video that will need to be edited to approximately **5 minutes** These videos will require more than just basic trimming. You should be able to identify the strongest sections, remove unnecessary parts, improve pacing, keep the content engaging, and add appropriate captions, graphics, sound effects and branding where needed. There may also be additional long-form video editing work in the future. ## Social Media Management You will also be responsible for managing the publishing process, including: * Scheduling content * Posting content * Writing engaging descriptions/captions * Creating relevant hashtags * Optimising posts for each individual platform * Selecting appropriate thumbnails/covers * Ensuring videos are formatted correctly for each platform * Maintaining a consistent posting schedule * Monitoring what types of content perform well * Suggesting improvements based on performance We want someone who understands that the same video should not necessarily be posted in exactly the same way across every platform. ## Content Creation & Ideas We don't only want someone who waits for instructions. We want someone who can **actively contribute ideas**. In addition to our video shorts, you should be able to suggest and create other forms of social media content, such as: * Text-based posts * Branded graphics * Quote graphics * Carousels * Educational posts * Business tips * Promotional content * Engagement posts * Behind-the-scenes content * Repurposed content from our videos * Other creative ideas that could help grow the brand If you see an opportunity for a good post, trend, video idea or content series, we want you to suggest it. ## Who We Are Looking For You should have strong experience with: * Short-form video editing * Long-form video editing * TikTok / Reels / YouTube Shorts * Adobe Premiere Pro, CapCut or similar editing software * Canva, Photoshop or similar graphic design tools * Typography and font selection * Captions and subtitles * Sound effects and audio * Social media scheduling * Content optimisation * Writing captions and descriptions * Hashtag research * Thumbnail / cover design * Brand consistency * Content planning You should also have a **good eye for design**. Fonts, colours, spacing, graphics, captions and thumbnails matter to us. We don't want content that looks rushed or generic. ## Turnaround A **fast and professional turnaround is essential**. Because we plan to publish content every day, you must be organised and able to work consistently without needing to be chased. Our target is approximately: **2 short-form videos per day** with the potential for: **3 videos per day** plus additional graphics, text posts and other social media content. The role currently also includes the two longer-form editing projects mentioned above. ## This Is a Full-Time Position We are looking for someone who wants to become an important part of our content and marketing operation rather than someone looking for occasional editing work. There is significant potential for this role to grow as our social media presence expands. ## When Applying Please include: 1. Examples of short-form videos you have edited. 2. Examples of longer-form videos you have edited. 3. Examples of social media accounts you have managed. 4. Examples of thumbnails or graphics you have created. 5. Which editing and design software you use. 6. Your experience with TikTok, Instagram Reels and YouTube Shorts. 7. Your availability and working hours. 8. Your expected monthly rate for a full-time position. **Important:** Please start your application with the words **“Mango Cake** so we know you have read the full job description. We are looking for someone who is **creative, fast, dependable and genuinely understands social media**. If you are simply going to upload the content we send you, this position probably isn't for you. If you can take our content, make it better, build a consistent brand around it and help us grow our social media presence, we'd love to hear from you.