Creative Project Manager for Video Ads (Writing & Editing) at Hire Overseas

Lagos, Lagos State, Nigeria -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

22 Apr, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

22 Jan, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Creative Project Management, Video Production, Post-Production, Narrative Editing, Storytelling, Quality Control, Communication, Organizational Skills, Workflow Improvement, Creative Brief Development, Feedback, Collaboration, Video Editing, Content Development, Brand Storytelling, Technical Requirements

Industry

Online Audio and Video Media

Description

We’re looking for a Creative Project Manager for Video Ads (Writing & Editing Required) who can turn creative concepts into sharp, actionable video briefs while managing the full production workflow from idea to final delivery. This role sits at the intersection of storytelling, project management, and post-production oversight. You’ll develop detailed briefs, expand creative concepts, create shot lists, coordinate with creators, and ensure editors have everything they need to execute. You’ll also act as a quality control point, comparing final edits to the original brief and driving alignment across the entire production pipeline. If you’re organized, creative, and comfortable working closely with editors and storytellers—and you know your way around narrative-style editing enough to think like an editor—this role will feel like home. Why You’ll Want to Join You will be paid in USD (bi-monthly: every 15th and 30th) Up to 14 days of Paid Time Off annually (starting Day 1) Observance of Holidays based on your location 100% remote setup, work from wherever you perform best Collaborate with a creative, fast-moving team working directly with founders and growth-stage brands Opportunity to shape and refine the video production system end-to-end What You’ll Work On Creative Brief Development Translate concepts into detailed, production-ready video briefs Build shot lists, narrative outlines, visual direction notes, and technical requirements Expand partially formed ideas into clear creative frameworks the team can execute on Review briefs for clarity, accuracy, and feasibility before sending to creators or editors Production & Post-Production Management Manage the full production workflow from initial creative concept through delivery Communicate directly with creators, editors, and stakeholders to keep projects on track Coordinate timelines, deliverables, and handoffs across pre-production and post-production Ensure each brief is executed accurately by comparing final edits to the brief and flagging gaps Quality Control & Feedback Watch all final edits and verify alignment with creative and narrative intent Provide clear feedback to editors and creators to improve structure, pacing, clarity, and brand alignment Maintain high creative standards across all delivered video assets Collaboration & Workflow Improvements Help refine internal templates, briefing structures, and production processes Work closely with leadership to build scalable systems for managing multiple video projects Identify bottlenecks, streamline workflows, and improve communication loops across the team What You Bring 3 to 5 years of experience in video production, post-production, or creative project management Strong narrative instincts and familiarity with editing principles, pacing, structure, and visual storytelling Ability to turn rough creative direction into polished, professional briefs Experience working directly with editors, creators, or production teams Strong organizational skills and comfort managing multiple video projects at once Excellent written communication and ability to convey creative direction with clarity Ability to work independently and bring order to fast-moving creative environments Nice to Have Hands-on video editing experience (Premiere Pro, Final Cut, or DaVinci Resolve) Experience managing YouTube, brand storytelling, or advertising-style video content Familiarity with Notion, Airtable, Asana, or similar workflow tools A background in creative strategy, copywriting, or content development How to Apply Please include: Your updated resume A portfolio or reel showcasing videos you’ve edited or creative briefs you’ve written A short 1–2 minute Loom video introducing yourself and walking through a project you managed or a brief you created Only complete applications that include a portfolio and Loom video will be considered If you’re a structured thinker with strong creative instincts who loves being the connective force between ideas, creators, and editors, this role gives you the chance to shape a production system and produce work that actually moves the needle.

Responsibilities

The Creative Project Manager will develop detailed video briefs and manage the full production workflow from concept to delivery. They will ensure quality control by comparing final edits to the original brief and provide feedback to improve video assets.