Kevin Mhlongo

Hands-on video editor and social media specialist with over two years of freelance and in-house experience across social media management, video editing and content creation for beauty, automotive and B2B brands. Skilled in shooting and editing native, platform-ready video using CapCut Pro and Canva, with a sharp eye for trend-driven, engagement-first content and working knowledge of Google & Meta Ads. HubSpot-certified in content marketing, with additional technical grounding in web basics and programming.

Bringing genuine enthusiasm for pet culture and internet trends, fast production turnarounds, and a drive to grow into a fast-paced, in-house content role like Fi's.

Video Editor / Social Media Manager (Freelance) - @thejourneytohere.co.za - Remote

(2025-09)

• Own day-to-day management of the brand's social media accounts, planning and publishing content that keeps branding consistent and drives audience engagement.
• Shoot and edit raw footage into high-quality, platform-tailored video using CapCut Pro and Canva — incorporating voiceovers and licensed stock footage to strengthen storytelling and production value.
• Produce promotional and branded video content that achieves strong engagement and consistently positive client feedback.
• Refine storytelling and visual presentation across the content pipeline to improve audience retention and overall brand impact.

Social Media Manager (Freelance) - LinkedIn Campaign Client

(2025-02 - 2025-02)

• Created and managed LinkedIn content campaigns for a freelance client, planning posts and messaging to support campaign goals and brand visibility.

Video Editor (Freelance Project) - VIP Car Detailing / PPF Client

(2024-11 - 2024-11)

• Edited a promotional showreel for an automotive PPF and car detailing brand, cutting raw footage into a polished, brand-ready final video.

Social Media Manager (Freelance) - Beauty Spa Client

(2024-03)

• Manage social media accounts for a beauty spa client on an ongoing freelance basis, planning and publishing content to support brand visibility and audience engagement.

Matric - Noordwyk Secondary School (2019-01 - 2023-11)