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Chris G.

Atlanta, Georgia

$50/hr
4.7
102 jobs

Hello, my name is Chris Greening and I am a professional video editor working in the film industry. I graduated from film school in 2021 at Loyola University New Orleans. I've worked on reality shows, feature films, and local shorts; that said, I also edit a variety of other media ranging from music videos to youtube content creation to birthday videos. This is something I love to do, no matter how small or large the project is, I'm excited to be a part of it.

  • Technical Editing
  • Image Editing
  • Film Editing
  • Photo Editing
  • Video Editing
  • Audio Editing
Akowundu A.

Atlanta, Georgia

$150/hr
5.0
10 jobs

Your Atlanta Based One Stop Filmmaking and Videography Solution: Multi Camera, Light and Audio Package, Pre AND Post Production Editing. Tem’s work ranges from feature length documentaries, social media campaigns, and digital series, to award nominated short films, corporate videos and reality show pilots. Having directed, shot, and edited over 400+ videos he is known for his distinct aesthetic, dynamic visuals, and dramatic use of sound, color, and handheld movements. His hands on approach with 5+ years directing, shooting, and editing, combined with his personality and passion for achieving the vision of his clients has established him as a versatile and total production solution, complete with his own camera and lighting packages as well as his exclusive use of the Adobe creative suite of tools.

  • Documentary
  • Video Production
  • Storyboarding
  • Content Writing
  • Social Media Content Creation
  • Film Editing
  • Film Production
  • Storytelling
  • Scriptwriting
  • Videography
Jesse G.

Atlanta, Georgia

$63/hr
5.0
7 jobs

Hey, I'm Jesse. In short, I'm creative manager at IWR with 10+ years producing films and commercials that's driven $1M+ in sales YoY and 5M+ views. Here's what I do: ✅ AI video & image generation (Sora, Veo, Runway, HeyGen, Imagen, Kling, Nano, etc.) ✅ Full video production (concept to delivery) ✅ Creative strategy & process optimization I blend traditional production with automation handling 100+ assets monthly, reducing manual work by 80% for agencies, and 3xing the content creation output in a quarter of the time. Check out my portfolio. If it's what you are looking for, let's chat.

  • AI Content Creation
  • AI Consulting
  • Video Production
  • Project Management
  • Video Editing
  • Prompt Engineering
Bradley H.

Atlanta, Georgia

$35/hr
4.9
939 jobs

🥇Top 3% of Upwork talent: 8 years solo, zero outsourcing ⭐800+ 5-star reviews here & on Malt 🎢indies on up to Adobe, Apple, Amazon, Facebook, Microsoft You're here for authentic, consistent, and captivating HUMAN content. I faithfully convey cultural nuances and nimbly, NATURALLY tailor your message for your audience (IDIOMS, MEANING, and IDEAS—ZERO awkward, word-for-word machine drivel). Count on fast, friendly help from this veteran independent freelancer. A lifelong bilingual with an MA in linguistics, I'm also keenly familiar with various French cultural intricacies having studied, worked, traveled, married, and raised a child in France, Gabon (Africa), and Canada. You'll find vast experience here with Canadian French, European French, U.S. English and content that I've painstakingly researched and written over the years: marketing, financial, technical, training, legal, environmental, health, medical, sports, gambling, and more. Read my reviews, and send me a direct message for a FREE consultation—en français, ou bien in English!💥 𝗦𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗶𝗰𝗲𝘀 𝗜 𝗼𝗳𝗳𝗲𝗿: ✍️authentic copywriting and organic SEO blog articles that your audience AND search engines love (search intent, keyword research, natural on-page SEO with optimized meta/header/alt tags and the right mix of internal/external links to boost organic traffic) 📊optimization within Google Natural Language API and other tools 💬strategic B2B/B2C content, sales funnels, email/social media campaigns 🎨expert layout and formatting (PDF, Word, Excel, PowerPoint/Slides presentations, InDesign, Google Docs, Wix, WordPress, Hubspot, Canva, Figma) 🔣CAT collaboration (MemoQ, Lokalise, Memsource, Weglot, SmartCat, etc.—your glossary or mine) ⚖️consistent, compliant contracts, terms and conditions, privacy policies, paralegal drafting 📦consistent, compliant packaging 💻SaaS, apps and data (po, json, HTML, and other formats; code meticulously preserved) 🎮natural video game localization, quality assurance 🎥FLAWLESS subtitles, compliant captions—MANUALLY written, formatted, synced line by line: clean, precise format of your choice (VAST experience with movies, documentaries, webinars, educational videos, marketing, YouTube, Vimeo, more) 🎙️impeccably written and formatted transcriptions with timestamps for focus groups, surveys, market studies 🎤live interpreting and consultation via Zoom, Teams, other platforms 💯language learning: curriculum design, educational content, assessment, phonetic/linguistic analysis 🤫total confidentiality, NDA, certification on request 🚀deadlines NEVER missed, NEVER pressed for payment (let's ensure perfect results first!) ❣corrections/suggestions to source text in tracking mode/comments as I work 🚫ZERO machine slop 𝗠𝘆 𝗲𝘅𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲: ✔️translation, focus group, market research for Foot Locker, Nike, Rolex, Facebook, Nestlé, Canadian Tire, Mayo Clinic ✔️translation, subtitles, transcription of marketing material for Amazon, Boucheron, Lillet, Vogue, Ivanti, Intel, Oculus Rift ✔bilingual educational content for Wayside Publishing, Duolingo, Wlingua; marketing/website content for LMS Absorb ✔major development/gender and reproductive rights/NGO projects across the African continent ✔film and documentary subtitles (pour les Québecois, c'est tiguidou, là) ✔complex technical and medical manuals and more: Worldcoin, crypto, Lyft, Pedego... ET ENFIN, pour mes futurs clients francophones, c'est OUIII ! Nous pouvons également communiquer en français à tout moment — c'est comme vous voulez ! Ancien bourlingueur ayant séjourné en France, au Gabon, et au Canada, journaliste de sept ans devenu linguiste et professeur de langues à la fac depuis 20 ans, je vous propose du contenu naturel à valeur ajoutée — adapté à chaque public — pour des tarifs très raisonnables établis sur nombre de mots ou minutes vidéo. Merci de tenir compte de notre décalage horaire, et à très vite ! 𝗧𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗺𝗼𝗻𝗶𝗮𝗹𝘀: "Brad's versatility as a translator is one-of-a-kind. From the technical language in our film to creative wordplay, he found a way to purvey everything into French even when it didn't have exact cultural equivalents abroad. There was one pun in particular for which we'd spent weeks trying to find a translation. Brad quickly came up with a brilliant solution." —Michael McDonald, Broccoli Film Initiative "Brad delivered high-quality, consistent, and client-ready translations for everything from PowerPoint decks to simulation exercise materials to trainee communications... He often provided added value with suggestions for clarity... Given the highly technical content and high standards for training organizers (WHO, US CDC, GAVI, UNICEF) and the very quick turnarounds on materials, we truly couldn't have gotten it all done without Brad’s expertise and support." —GAVI, The Vaccine Alliance "Juste parfait, que ce soit en délai ou en qualité." —Samy Daigurande, TEEPTRAK "Brad is the best out there." —Ben Dobson

  • French
  • English
  • Proofreading
  • Translation
  • Native Fluency
  • Technical Translation
  • Quebec French Dialect
  • English to French Translation
  • On-Page SEO
  • Legal Translation
  • SEO Content
  • French to English Translation
  • Subtitles
  • Localization
  • Canadian French Accent
  • Legal
  • Technical Writing
  • Blog Writing
  • Medical Translation
  • Medical Device
Reginald C.

Atlanta, Georgia

$100/hr
5.0
5 jobs

I’m an Atlanta-based Director, DP and Videographer with 8+ years of experience bringing stories to life through cinematic, emotionally grounded visuals. My work spans narrative films, branded content, music videos, and promotional campaigns. All projects are crafted with a focus on storytelling, creativity, and visual identity. From concept development to final delivery, I'm able to lead every stage of production with a director’s eye and a cinematographer’s precision. Whether I’m working with brands, artists, or entrepreneurs, my goal is always the same: Create stories that connect, inspire, and feel alive on screen. Clients describe our working relationships as calm, collaborative, and efficient. Core Skills: - Directing & Cinematic Videography - Lighting Design & Visual Composition - Editing & Color Grading (DaVinci Resolve | Premiere Pro) - Brand & Narrative Storytelling - Commercials | Music Videos | Short Films | Events - Motion Design & VFX If you’re looking for a creative partner who blends artistry with execution and brings a filmmaker’s perspective to every project, let’s connect. Portfolio: cineusstudios.com

  • Film Direction
  • DaVinci Resolve
  • Adobe Premiere Pro
  • Adobe After Effects
  • Film Production
  • Cinematography
  • Film Editing
  • Color Grading
  • Concept Development
  • Creative Direction
  • AI Video Generation
  • Motion Graphics
  • SaaS
  • Video Commercial
  • Animation
Jaclyn R.

Atlanta, Georgia

$125/hr
4.7
27 jobs

Hi, I'm an Atlanta-based creative professional driven by the intersection of storytelling, technology, and the ever-evolving media landscape. Film & Video Award-winning filmmaker with extensive experience in production and post-production. My work has screened at film festivals worldwide and earned recognition across documentary, music video, corporate, and commercial formats. Photography Over a decade of building a photography practice rooted in versatility and attention to detail — from architectural and product shoots to corporate events, headshots, and food photography. Clients include: Adobe, Meta, Sony Music, Warner Music Nashville, Johnson & Johnson, S.C. Johnson, State Farm, Blue Cross NC, Lyft, Zelle, 1-800 Contacts, Bare Necessities, HerCampus, Asobu, Crio Bru, and more.

  • Videography
  • Video Editing
  • Film Production
  • Photography

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