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PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY Creative and results-driven Video Analyst with 1.5 years of experience specializing in short-form content optimization for social media platforms. Skilled in using data to uncover engagement trends and boost performance across YouTube, Instagram, and TikTok. Passionate about storytelling, analytics, and helping brands grow through strategic video content. CORE COMPETENCIES * Video Performance Analysis (YouTube Studio, Instagram Insights, TikTok Analytics) * Visual Storytelling & Trend Forecasting * Adobe Premiere Pro, CapCut, Canva * A/B Testing (Thumbnails, Titles, Tags) * Audience Engagement Strategy * SEO for Social Media * Data-Driven Decision Making

Your vision is my mission. I will bring your story to life through captivating, high-quality video content tailored for YouTube, social media, websites, businesses, and personal projects. With over 10 years of video editing experience, including 5+ years professionally editing thousands of broadcast-worthy pieces for TV news, I deliver polished, engaging content that grabs attention and keeps audiences watching. 🏆 What Sets Me Apart: ✅ Top-Rated Freelancer on Upwork 💯 100% Job Success Score ⏱️ Fast, reliable turnaround ✨ Creative storytelling with a professional touch 🤝 Excellent communication and client satisfaction 🎬 Services I Offer: ✅ YouTube Content – Talking heads, vlogs, faceless videos, Top 10s, educational content, gaming, movie commentary, and more ✅ Social Media & Marketing – Product promos, testimonials, slideshows ✅ Documentary & Interview Editing – Broadcast-ready narratives, voiceovers, and interviews ✅ Niche Content – Science, tech, cooking, reviews, and family content, and anything else you need — just ask! 🛠️ Tools I Use: DaVinci Resolve Studio Final Cut Pro Whether you’re a content creator, brand, or entrepreneur, I’ll help elevate your video to the next level with seamless editing, crisp pacing, and creative flair. 📩 Let’s collaborate — send me a message about your project, and let’s make something great together!

I’m a WGA comedy writer, stand-up comic, and content creator with a background that spans network television, branded campaigns, and top digital media platforms. I’ve written for Saturday Night Live, The Late Show with Stephen Colbert, A Black Lady Sketch Show, and A Little Late with Lilly Singh. As well as digital giants like E! News, BuzzFeed, and Bustle. Most recently, I wrote a national commercial and digital series for Major League Soccer starring Issa Rae, blending comedy, cultural storytelling, and branded strategy. Whether I’m writing for the stage, screen, or social, I know how to craft content that connects. I specialize in: • Comedy writing & punch-ups for scripts, pilots, sketches, and shorts • Branded content & commercial scripting (TV, YouTube, IG, TikTok) • Social video scripting (BuzzFeed-style listicles, voiceovers, influencer content) • Clever, on-brand copywriting for Gen Z/millennial-focused brands • Pitch decks, loglines & creative development With experience inside writers’ rooms and media startups, I know how to write fast, funny, and with purpose all while keeping voice, audience, and platform top of mind. Let’s turn your idea into something people actually want to watch, read and share!

I'm a highly-experienced scriptwriter, editor and TV, film and video producer with a track record of writing and producing projects that attract an audience and get results. I specialize in explainers, corporate films, non-profit videos, TV series, and other message-driven content. I was the creator and EP of the documentary series "NHL Trophy Case" for NHL Network, and was the producer, director, and writer for the series "Cash Cab" on Discovery Channel, which became one of the most successful TV series of the 2000s. I won three Emmy Awards for my work on that series. I've also produced reality series for MTV, MSNBC and others. I've produced and written videos and short films for corporations, non-profits, and other organizations such as Apple, Informatica, Palo Alto Networks, SoftServe Infragistics, Humane Society of the United States, CP Capital, University of Redlands, and dozens of other start-ups, brands and other organizations. I specialize in clever - sometimes comedic - wording and concepts, I know how to create and build a message-driven video, and have deep production knowledge as well as a large list of connections in the industry. I work closely with clients to create and develop concepts, write video scripts, design storyboards and then produce, direct and ultimately deliver highly effective videos and films. I'm incredibly talented, driven, and have a unique background that can make your project rise above the others. My clients include Apple, Palo Alto Networks, Informatica, SoftServe, Jivox, Appen, Feathery, Adobe, and others.

I help founders and brands turn raw footage into high-retention video that actually converts, without slowing down production. Most editors focus on effects. I focus on what keeps people watching. Drawing on years of professional reliability and a deep portfolio of successful projects, I don't just 'edit'; I engineer content that performs. For B2B and educational founders, I provide a technical audit with every video, ensuring your captions, data points, and formatting are 100% accurate before you hit publish. Delivered content for brands running consistent weekly output across short- and long-form video. Proven Results in Video Editing and Strategy: - Increased Viewer Retention: Through strategic editing techniques, I have helped clients achieve up to a 30% increase in viewer retention, ensuring their content not only attracts but also holds audience attention. - Enhanced Engagement: My work on a series of educational videos for a leading B2B company increased course completion rates by 50%, demonstrating the power of well-crafted video content. - Unique AI Integration: Leveraging cutting-edge tools like Midjourney and KlingAI, I create 100% unique custom b-roll and cinematic assets that set my clients' content apart from the competition. - Client Satisfaction: "Karin's ability to transform raw footage into engaging, high-retention videos has been a game-changer for our brand," says a satisfied client. What I Do for You: • Strategic Short-Form: TikToks, Reels, and Shorts built for retention, not just views. • Narrative Long-Form: Professional YouTube editing focused on narrative pacing and maximizing watch time. • Content Repurposing: I transform your long-form videos into a library of short-form clips to maximize your reach. • Generative AI Production: I use tools such as Midjourney and KlingAI to create custom b-roll and cinematic assets that don't exist in traditional stock libraries, making your content 100% unique. • Custom Brand Integration: Using Canva to create platform-specific overlays, brand-consistent captions, and high-click thumbnails. Every edit is built to perform: • The 3-Second Hook: Capturing attention before they scroll away. • Retention Pacing: Maintaining visual flow to keep viewers watching. • Platform-Native Design: Clean captions and formatting that feel at home on every app. Not over-edited. Not distracting. Just structured to perform. Ready to elevate your video content? Let's connect and discuss how I can help your brand succeed.

Don't let a bad cover or messy layout kill your book sales. You have written a great story, but in a crowded market, readers judge a book by its cover in seconds. I specialize in Graphic Design for authors, transforming manuscripts into high-converting Book Covers and flawless Layout Design that ensures your work gets noticed. I bridge the gap between creative Cover Art Design and technical publishing. Whether you are publishing on Amazon KDP, IngramSpark, or Lulu, I ensure your files are market-ready. My Specialized Book Services: Bestselling Book & Ebook Design: I use Adobe Photoshop and Adobe Illustrator to create genre-specific covers. From bold non-fiction typography to complex Illustration for fiction, I ensure your Brand Identity stands out on the digital shelf. Expert Typesetting & Interior: Using industry-standard Adobe InDesign, I handle headers, drop caps, and margins to create a polished Publication Design. Print Design & Production: I manage the technical side of print, ensuring your bleed, trim, and spine width are perfect for paperback and hardcover. Niche Expertise: I have specific workflows for Children's Book Illustration layouts, poetry, and Editorial Design for magazines or white papers. Digital Formatting: I convert your Book into flawless EPUB files that work perfectly on Kindle and tablets. Why Work With Me? I don't just "make things pretty." I provide design solutions that solve business problems. My Layout Design ensures readability, and my covers maximize click-through rates. Ready to publish a bestseller? Send me a message, and let's bring your vision to life.