Job Description

Company:

SME South Africa

Contract duration:

Three to six months (March - August 2025)

Location:

South Africa (remote and on-site for the event in May 2025)

Job level:

Mid-level to senior-level

About SME South Africa



SME South Africa is a leading online publication dedicated to helping South Africans start, manage, and grow their businesses . As part of this mission, we are hosting the SME Funding Summit in May 2025--an in-person event focused on funding opportunities, investment insights, and growth strategies for SMEs .



Role overview



We are looking for a highly skilled freelance videographer to handle all video production needs related to the SME Funding Summit. The ideal candidate will be responsible for pre-event content development, on-the-day event production, post-production, and repurposing content for future promotional use.



Key responsibilities

Pre-event (March - May 2025) Develop creative concepts for promotional videos, including teaser trailers, sponsor promos, and speaker interviews. Shoot and edit video content featuring SME South Africa executives, speakers, and partners . Create social media video content to generate excitement and drive registrations for the summit. Ensure all content aligns with SME South Africa's brand guidelines and marketing goals.



On-the-day event production (May 2025) Capture high-quality video footage of keynote sessions, panel discussions, and networking interactions. Conduct on-site interviews with speakers, sponsors, and attendees. Work closely with the event marketing and production team to ensure smooth video operations . Provide live video coverage or highlights for real-time social media updates.



Post-event production and editing (June - August 2025) Edit event footage into recap videos, highlight reels, and key session summaries . Repurpose content into short-form videos for social media platforms such as Instagram Reels, TikTok, YouTube Shorts, and LinkedIn. Develop high-quality promotional videos for future SME South Africa events and campaigns. Manage and organise all video assets for SME South Africa's content archives.



Required skills and experience At least three years of videography experience ( event videography preferred ). Proficiency in video editing software (Adobe Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro, After Effects, or similar). Experience in storyboarding, scripting, and pre-production planning . Ability to operate professional video equipment , including cameras, lighting, and audio gear. Motion graphics and animation skills are a plus. Experience in shooting for social media platforms (vertical video, dynamic cuts, and engagement-driven content). Strong storytelling skills and an eye for capturing compelling visual content . Ability to work independently and meet tight deadlines. Strong communication and collaboration skills.

Contract and compensation Freelance contract:

Three to six months (March - August 2025). Compensation: Competitive, based on experience (to be discussed). Work arrangement: Flexible and hybrid, with in-person attendance required for events and production.



Application process

Interested candidates should submit:

A portfolio showcasing previous event videography and promotional video work. A brief cover letter outlining their experience and interest in the SME Funding Summit project. A CV and LinkedIn profile .