About the Role
We are hiring on behalf of a client in the content creation, education, and cultural research space for a Creative Operations Assistant to support the day-to-day management of content, projects, and business operations. The role will involve video editing and publishing, administrative support, content scheduling, podcast production coordination, and event logistics.
The ideal candidate is organized, proactive, and creative, with strong execution and coordination skills. They will work directly with the client to turn ideas into completed projects, manage competing priorities, and ensure that content and business activities run smoothly.
The successful candidate will take ownership of assigned tasks, anticipate operational needs, manage deadlines, and provide reliable support as the client expands her digital platforms, brand partnerships, podcast, events, and long-form educational content.
Job Description
Content and video editing
Edit short-form video for Instagram (Reels, Stories, carousels) with strong pacing, captions and cover designs.
Edit long-form video for YouTube, including thumbnails, titles, descriptions and chapters.
Repurpose podcast and YouTube content into short clips and social posts.
Keep the content calendar on track so recurring series go out on schedule.
Organize raw footage, brand assets and templates.
Operations and admin
Manage client's inbox, calendar and bookings, including consultation calls.
Track brand partnership deliverables, deadlines and invoices.
Handle everyday business admin: file organization, follow-ups, simple reporting.
Prepare briefs, run sheets and checklists for shoots, recordings and events.
Events and podcast support
Coordinate podcast production in Lagos: guest outreach, scheduling, venues and recording logistics.
Support event planning: vendors, schedules, guest communication and on-the-day coordination.
Help manage travel and logistics as need arises.
Working with a visionary
Take a rough idea and shape it into a clear plan with next steps.
Follow through on loose ends without being chased.
Adapt quickly when priorities change.
Requirements
Proven video editing experience (CapCut, Premiere Pro, Final Cut or DaVinci Resolve) and a portfolio of Instagram and YouTube work.
Working knowledge of YouTube: thumbnails, titles, SEO, retention and the publishing workflow.
Strong organisation and office skills: email, calendars, spreadsheets, shared drives, and tools such as Notion or Asana.
Excellent written English and close attention to detail.
Initiative and a proactive mindset: you spot what needs doing and get on with it.
Comfort working with a creative lead who has big ideas and a fast-moving schedule.
Interest in or respect for African history, culture and education.
Reliability, discretion and good time management.
Required Tools
CapCut, Premiere Pro, Final Cut or DaVinci Resolve and a portfolio of Instagram and YouTube work.
Working knowledge of YouTube: thumbnails, titles, SEO, retention and the publishing workflow.
Strong organisation and office skills: email, calendars, spreadsheets, shared drives, and tools such as Notion or Asana.
About Us
Laiedon connects businesses with skilled talents while providing training to help our team grow and excel. We make hiring seamless for clients and create global opportunities for professionals. At Laiedon, we value growth, collaboration, and impact empowering teams to deliver excellence every day.