RecruitMyMom
RecruitMyMom
RecruitMyMom
Job Description
This is a remote position.
A successful UK-based property investment company is seeking a highly organised, proactive, and creative part-time Social Media and Video Content Assistant with strong CapCut experience to support social media growth and short-form video content production. This is a fully remote, flexible, independent contracting role requiring approximately 4-10 hours per month, with potential to grow into regular content batching once established.
This role is perfect for someone who enjoys working creatively, optimising content for social media, and helping a business grow its online presence. You’ll be part of a creative, digitally savvy team where your editing skills and social media know-how directly contribute to measurable growth.
Responsibilities
- Edit short-form video content for Instagram Reels, Facebook Reels/Ads, and YouTube Shorts.
- Edit long-form video content as required.
- Organise and manage video and image assets from Google Drive.
- Convert professional footage supplied by a photographer/videographer into ad-ready, platform-specific content.
- Optimise hooks, pacing, and engagement to increase reach and retention.
- Repurpose existing content creatively (splicing clips, combining footage, refreshing older videos).
- Collaborate with the client to ensure content aligns with platform-specific growth strategies.
- Confident use of CapCut for video editing.
- Support minor content scheduling or posting as required.
Requirements
- Proven experience editing short-form social media video content.
- Strong understanding of social media platforms, algorithms, and engagement strategies.
- Confident repurposing content for multiple platforms.
- Experience creating content designed for organic reach and paid ads.
- Up-to-date with social media trends, hooks, and content optimisation techniques.
- CapCut proficiency is essential; experience with other editing tools an advantage.
- Excellent organisational skills and ability to work independently.
- Fully set up home office with reliable internet and power backup.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Bonus: experience with YouTube, self-filming setups, or content strategy.
Benefits
Fully remote
Independent contracting role requiring approximately 4-10 hours per month
Social Media and Video Content Assistant
RecruitMyMom is a leading South African recruitment agency, connecting local and global businesses with top-tier talent—ranging from skilled professionals to C-Suite executives. We recruit for permanent, contract, freelance and fractional roles, including maternity cover, virtual assistants, and executive-level hires. We specialise in placing highly skilled professionals, with a strong track record in helping experienced mothers grow their career, return to the workforce, transition careers, and secure flexible opportunities. Our tailored approach ensures the perfect match between employer needs and candidate aspirations, making hiring efficient, seamless, and impactful. For international companies hiring in South Africa, we also provide Employer of Record (EOR) Professional Services, ensuring compliant and hassle-free workforce management. Whether you need in-office professionals, remote specialists, or fractional C-Suite leaders, RecruitMyMom is your trusted recruitment partner—helping you build a high-performing, flexible, and future-ready workforce.