๐ฌ Raw footage is only half the story. The edit is where content either ๐ด๐ฟ๐ฎ๐ฏ๐ ๐๐ผ๐บ๐ฒ๐ผ๐ป๐ฒ ๐ผ๐ฟ ๐น๐ผ๐๐ฒ๐ ๐๐ต๐ฒ๐บ ๐ณ๐ผ๐ฟ๐ฒ๐๐ฒ๐ฟ. ๐ฌ
I am a video editor with 12 years of experience specializing in short form video editing, YouTube video editing, and Instagram Reels- content that stops the scroll, holds attention, and moves people to act. Every cut is intentional. Every second in the timeline has a reason to be there.
Over 12 years I have completed 300+ video editing projects for 150+ clients, fitness studios, cosmetics brands, home improvement contractors, and content creators, turning raw footage into content that builds real audiences and gets real results.
If you want your footage turned into content that actually works, ๐๐ฒ๐ป๐ฑ ๐บ๐ฒ ๐ฎ ๐บ๐ฒ๐๐๐ฎ๐ด๐ฒ or book a consultation directly from my profile.
โ ๐๐๐ฌ ๐ฅ๐๐ฆ๐จ๐๐ง๐ฆ:
โข Hook-driven video editing that maximizes watch time, structured for the first 3 seconds to earn every second after
โข Short form video editing for Reels, TikTok, and Shorts, fast cuts, trending audio, and platform-native pacing the algorithm rewards
โข Instagram Reels video editing for brands and creators - scroll-stopping visuals, on-screen text, and optimized structure that drives saves and shares
โข YouTube video editing with dynamic pacing, chapter structure, b-roll integration, and retention-focused storytelling that grows channels
โข Video ads for e-commerce and service brands- clear product story and CTAs that convert across Meta, TikTok, and YouTube
โข Cinematic brand and studio videos- professional color grading, sound design, and motion graphics that build instant credibility
โข Brands, creators, and agencies served across fitness, beauty, home improvement, and lifestyle
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I use the same tools professional studios and top content teams run on:
โข Video editing and workflow: Adobe Premiere Pro (advanced editing, multicam, color pipeline)
โข Motion graphics and VFX: Adobe After Effects (animated titles, lower thirds, visual effects)
โข Color grading and finishing: Adobe Premiere Pro color workspace, LUTs
โข Audio and sound design: Adobe Audition (dialogue cleanup, noise reduction, music mixing)
โข Graphic design and thumbnails: Adobe Photoshop (thumbnail design, graphic assets, overlays)
These tools let me deliver broadcast-quality work, tight pacing, clean audio, professional color, and platform-native formatting , on every project.
โ ๐ช๐๐๐ง ๐ฆ๐๐ง๐ฆ ๐ ๐ฌ ๐ฉ๐๐๐๐ข ๐๐๐๐ง๐๐ก๐ ๐๐ฃ๐๐ฅ๐ง
Most video editors assemble footage and hand it back. I start with the question: why should the viewer keep watching?
Before I touch the timeline, I think about the platform, the audience, and the goal. Short form video editing on Instagram Reels requires a completely different approach than YouTube video editing -the pacing, the structure, the hook, the length. I edit with that context built into every single decision.
My approach as a video editor is built around three things: grab attention in the first 3 seconds, hold it with intentional pacing, and close with a clear action. When all three work together, your content does not just look good- it moves people.
โผ๏ธ ๐๐๐ฅ๐ ๐ ๐ ๐๐ ๐ฌ๐ข๐จ ๐ก๐๐๐ โผ๏ธ
โข A video editor for short form content - Instagram Reels, TikTok, and YouTube Shorts that earn views and saves
โข YouTube video editing with professional pacing, chapters, and strong retention
โข High-converting video ads for Meta, TikTok, and YouTube paid campaigns
โข Cinematic brand videos, studio content, and promos that build credibility fast
โข A video editor who thinks about performance, not just polish
If you want video editing that actually works - ๐๐ฒ๐ป๐ฑ ๐บ๐ฒ ๐ฎ ๐บ๐ฒ๐๐๐ฎ๐ด๐ฒ. Let's talk about your project.
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#Additionally:
Video editing is not just cutting clips together. It is a content performance system, and I build it, execute it, and optimize it from first frame to final export.
I am a video editor who creates full-funnel content connecting raw footage, platform strategy, motion graphics, color grading, and audio production into one high-performing pipeline. Whether the project calls for short form video editing, YouTube video editing, or Instagram Reels video editing, every deliverable is built for one goal: content that earns attention and drives real outcomes.
๐ช๐ต๐ฎ๐ ๐บ๐ ๐๐ถ๐ฑ๐ฒ๐ผ ๐ฒ๐ฑ๐ถ๐๐ถ๐ป๐ด ๐๐ฒ๐ฟ๐๐ถ๐ฐ๐ฒ๐ ๐ถ๐ป๐ฐ๐น๐๐ฑ๐ฒ:
Short form video editing and social media content, As a short form video editor, I edit Instagram Reels, TikTok videos, and YouTube Shorts using viral structure, hook-driven openings, trending audio integration, and fast-paced storytelling that maximizes watch time and rewards the platform algorithm. Every short form video edit is built to stop the scroll in the first two seconds.
Iโd love to hear from you.
Scott
Video Editing
Adobe Premiere Pro
Adobe After Effects
Video Production
Video Post-Editing
Adobe Photoshop
Motion Graphics
Video Advertising
Video Color Correction
Videography
2D Animation
Explainer Video
YouTube Video
AI Video Generation
Color Grading
Kendra K.
Watertown, South Dakota
$35/hr
5.0
8 jobs
Hi, Iโm Kendra Keil, a results-driven Digital Marketer & Social Media Strategist with over five years of experience. My expertise lies in social media management, where Iโve helped businesses grow their brand presence and increase engagement through creative and data-driven strategies.
I specialize in helping brands scale through strategic digital marketing, ensuring your projects are always organized, impactful, and engaging. My past clients praise my collaborative approach and data-backed results, allowing them to focus on their strengths while I handle their marketing. I'm dedicated to delivering high-quality content and effective strategies, making sure every campaign is aligned with business goals and optimized for success.
Services Offered:
โข Social Media Strategy & Management
โข Content Creation (Graphics, Video, Photography)
โข Email Marketing
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โข Focus on your zone of genius while I take care of engagement and growth.
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Key Achievements:
โข 5+ years of digital marketing experience
โข Bachelor's Degree in marketing with a specialization in social media marketing
โข Worked with businesses in real estate, coffee shops, tattoo parlors, staffing agencies, and more!
Fun Fact:
When I'm not building marketing strategies, you can find me chasing after my three boys, enjoying a good book, or pretending I know how to run a mini homestead.
Letโs Chat:
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Social Media Management
Social Media Advertising
Social Media Marketing
Social Media Strategy
Digital Marketing
Digital Marketing Materials
Digital Marketing Strategy
Marketing
Brand Consulting
Brand Strategy
Content Creation
Social Media Account Setup
Video Editing
Photo Editing
Sophia M.
Custer, South Dakota
$25/hr
5.0
5 jobs
SKILLS
- Website and blog content writing
- Writing and editing skills
- Ability to navigate WordPress, Canva, and Google Docs
- In-depth knowledge of social media including Instagram, Tik Tok, and Pinterest
- Top-notch organization and time management abilities
- Eye for detail
- Extensive understanding of SEO
Content writer with a background in blog writing and social media management. Designed a website with corresponding social media pages to produce content highlighting America's National Parks. Eager to compose stimulating and creative articles for the website's audience, whilst broadening my writing portfolio.
Social Media Management
Search Engine Optimization
Proofreading
Writing
Google
Google Docs
WordPress Plugin
Google Slides
Business Management
WordPress Theme
Content Writing
bbPress
Website
WordPress
Julia G.
Spearfish, South Dakota
$65/hr
5.0
33 jobs
Hi there ๐, Iโm Julia, a Content and LinkedIn Marketing Strategist helping B2B businesses scale their content marketing efforts and amplify their social media visibility.
What I Do:
I specialize in driving engagement, brand visibility, and business growth through:
- Content Strategy & Development: Building SEO-optimized content strategies that resonate with target audiences and increase engagement. For example, doubled engagement for a SaaS blog in one year.
- Content Creation: Crafting high-quality, compelling copy while collaborating with video editors and graphic designers to ensure visuals align seamlessly with the message. For example, a homepage optimization resulted in a 5.44% increase in views and 525% increase in leads.
- LinkedIn Distribution & Advocacy: Elevating brands and sales teams on LinkedIn through tailored strategies and employee advocacy programs, leading to increased impressions, engagement, and reach. Increased LinkedIn impressions from 1 million to 2 million 1 month at a mid-size international corporation.
- LinkedIn Ghostwriting: Ghostwriting for founders, executives, and employees to build authentic personal brands and drive thought leadership. Generated significant growth for clients, including one founder who saw a +37K increase in impressions, 731% in engagements, and a 2.8% engagement rate (above LinkedIn's 2% average).
In my personal life, Iโm an avid scuba diver, paddleboarder, and mountain trekker. I also love talking about remote work, fitness, language learning, and living abroad.
Based in Spain and authorized to work in the U.S., Iโm currently open to new projects where I can bring my expertise in strategy, content creation, and LinkedIn growth to drive measurable results. If youโre looking to enhance your brand presence, boost traffic, or execute effective campaigns, send me a message - I'd loved to hear from you!
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