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Sihle Yonela Sokutu

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I’m a video editor with over 8 years of experience in television production, specializing in offline and online editing for short and long-form content.

About

I’m a video editor with over 8 years of experience in television production, specializing in offline and online editing for short and long-form content. I’ve collaborated with major brands and broadcasters to deliver high-quality promos and campaigns.

I’m passionate about storytelling through visuals, enjoy mentoring junior editors, and thrive in dynamic production environments where deadlines and creative quality matter.

  • 9 years' experience
  • Joined February 2026

Industry experience

  • Media & Entertainment
  • Professional Services
  • Telecommunications
  • Other

Work experience· 7 roles

Video Editor · Left Post ProductionJan 2019 – Dec 2023 · 5 yrs

Offline editor on a number of commercials for clients such as Nando's, Unilever, Telkom, Sprite, Old Mutual, ABSA and KFC.

Freelance Promo Producer · ValBrainNov 2018 – Present · 8 yrs 1 mo

Produced promotional content for various clients, contributing creativity and technical skills to bring concepts from idea to final product.

Video Editor · 32 DoneNov 2018 – Present · 8 yrs 1 mo

Responsible for editing video content and creating promos for StarSat Satellite TV, as well as working on other multimedia projects. Collaborated with the production team to ensure quality outputs.

Freelance Video Editor · Refinery Post ProductionAug 2018 – Oct 2018 · 3 mos
Freelance Video Editor · NV StudiosJun 2018 – Aug 2018 · 3 mos
Promo Producer / Promo Editor · BladeWorks Post ProductionAug 2017 – Jun 2018 · 11 mos
Promo Director/Video Editor · Afropulse MediaJan 2017 – Dec 2019 · 3 yrs

Education· 5

Diploma in TV & Film Production · City Varsity2015 – 2017
High School Diploma · Hoerskool Birchleigh2009 – 2013
Diploma in Television & Film Production · City Varsity Johannesburg2015 – 2017
Adobe Photoshop CC - Essentials Training · Udemy2021

Certifications and awards

Promax Africa 2022 - Best Sports Campaign - Gold2022 – 2026
Promax Africa 2022 - Representation In Action Award - Silver2022 – 2026
Pendoring 2022 - TV Trailers and Content Promo - Silver2022 – 2026
Adobe Photoshop CC - Essentials Training2021

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