Video Editor Needed: Minimalist, "Raw Operator" Style (No Flashy Edits)

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Summary

I am looking for a video editor for my personal brand content (YouTube long form and Instagram/TikTok short form). This is a one-off project for one short-form video I am NOT looking for the typical "Alex Hormozi" style. I do not want bouncy captions, sound effects, jump cuts, emojis, or stock B-roll. My content is focused on business and operations. The style is calm, direct, and value-driven. The editing needs to be invisible. It should feel like a raw, unedited conversation or a masterclass. Benchmarks: Look at the YouTube channels for Liam Casey or Callum Carver. That is the exact aesthetic I want. Most videos will include: Direct-to-camera footage Screen recordings Websites and landing pages Advert examples Campaign results Relevant screenshots Occasional behind-the-scenes footage The desired editing style includes: Clean cuts and natural pacing Clear, restrained captions Occasional subtle punch-ins Supporting screen recordings and screenshots Clean audio and natural colour correction Simple hooks and CTAs Minimal or no background music Very limited transitions and sound effects The editor needs good content judgement, not just technical editing ability. You should be able to identify the strongest opening, remove repetition and understand when a visual genuinely improves the explanation. Editing priorities Prioritise these in order: Strength of the opening Clarity of the argument Natural pacing Useful visual evidence Clean audio Legible captions Overall visual polish

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Member since Oct 20, 2022
  • United Kingdom
    Epsom1:19 AM
  • $367 total spent
    4 hires, 1 active

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