Time Out South Africa | Multimedia Producer

Time Out South Africa Multimedia Producer Time Out South Africa is looking for a Multimedia Producer with a strong visual eye, sharp storytelling instincts and a deep understanding of how people consume content across digital and social platforms. This role is for someone who can shoot, edit and produce high-quality video content that captures the energy of South African city life — from food, culture, events and entertainment to branded campaigns, social-first stories, festivals, interviews and behind-the-scenes moments. You will work closely with the editorial, social, marketing and commercial teams to create video and multimedia content that feels fresh, engaging, platform-ready and unmistakably Time Out. Your key responsibilities Create compelling video content You will shoot, edit and produce polished video content for Time Out South Africa’s editorial, social, marketing and commercial channels. This includes short-form social videos, campaign content, event coverage, interviews, branded content, evergreen video features and original editorial ideas. Think social-first You will create content that is tailored for platforms such as Instagram, TikTok, YouTube and other digital channels, with a strong understanding of format, pacing, hooks, subtitles, sound, audience behaviour and platform best practice. You should know how to turn a good idea into content people want to watch, save, share and engage with. Shape visual stories You will help turn editorial and commercial ideas into strong visual narratives by developing creative concepts, storyboards, mood boards and video treatments. The role requires someone who understands both the creative and practical side of production — from planning and shooting to editing and final delivery. Support editorial and commercial teams You will collaborate with editorial and commercial teams to conceptualise and execute video content strategies across both editorial and branded work. You will be comfortable working from briefs, contributing ideas, interpreting brand requirements and delivering content that meets both audience and client expectations. Capture the city You will travel to locations where needed to shoot original content, including restaurants, venues, events, festivals, launches, cultural spaces and city experiences. You should be confident shooting on location and able to work quickly while still maintaining strong production quality. Edit with speed and quality You will edit raw footage into engaging, platform-ready content aligned to Time Out’s editorial and brand standards. This includes selecting strong moments, shaping the story, adding subtitles, sound, music, graphics or motion elements where required, and delivering final content within tight deadlines.