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Cory G.

Brisbane, Australia

$30/hr
5.0
1 jobs

Whether you're bringing a short film to life, cutting a trailer that demands attention, or crafting a music video that matches the energy of the artist — the edit is where the story finds its shape. That's where I come in. I'm a freelance video editor with over 10 years of experience, a bachelor's degree in Film, Television & New Media, and a diploma in Film from SAE. My work spans narrative short films, band and music video edits, video essays, and beyond — with a focus on pacing, tone, and making sure every cut serves the story you're trying to tell. I work efficiently across the Adobe Creative Suite (Premiere Pro, After Effects, Audition, and more) as well as DaVinci Resolve, and I pride myself on clear communication and delivering polished work well ahead of deadline. Whatever the project, I treat it with the same care and attention — because your vision deserves an edit that does it justice. Ready to work together? Take a look at my portfolio and get in touch.

  • Adobe After Effects
  • Adobe Premiere Pro
  • Final Cut Pro
  • Adobe Photoshop
  • Adobe Creative Cloud
  • Ghostwriting
  • Video Editing & Production
  • Book Writing
  • Screenwriting
  • Scriptwriting
  • DaVinci Resolve
Adis B.

Sydney, Australia

$40/hr
5.0
348 jobs

Great editing doesn't just “look good”. It builds trust, stops the scroll, and sells. I help personal brands, online coaches, media buyers, e-commerce brands, and marketing agencies scale their content through scroll-stopping edits, viral hooks, and conversion-focused storytelling. 🌟 𝐓𝐨𝐩 𝐑𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐏𝐥𝐮𝐬 (Top 3%) Video Editor & Creative Strategist with 6 years of experience helping clients grow on Instagram, YouTube Shorts, TikTok, LinkedIn, and Meta Ads through data-driven editing, retention design, and AI-powered storytelling. I specialize in: ✅ Short Form Content (coaches, brands, influencers, UGC creators) ✅ Performance Ads (Meta (Facebook / Instagram), TikTok, YouTube, Amazon, Google) ✅ Content Repurposing (turn long-form into short-form that converts) ✅ AI-Enhanced Video Editing (fast turnaround, retention focused) I don’t just trim footage, I shape narratives, design for high retention, and deliver on-brand content systems that scale. 𝐇𝐨𝐰 𝐈 𝐠𝐞𝐭 𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐮𝐥𝐭𝐬? • Strategic editing built around video marketing psychology & platform best practices • Hook-driven pacing, motion design, dynamic subtitles, and scroll-stopping visuals • Clean, transparent workflows with creative direction for brand consistency • Deep understanding of retention metrics and conversion optimization • Using AI tools and smart editing systems to scale storytelling This isn’t churn-and-burn editing, it’s intentional video built to perform. If you’re looking for a reliable editor who understands growth, brand tone, and what makes people actually watch, I’d love to hear what you’re building. 📩 Let’s make your content un-skippable and actually convert. Send me a message now, and let’s discuss your videos! I am based in Sydney, Australia but please note my profile is in USD.

  • Video Editing
  • Adobe After Effects
  • Adobe Premiere Pro
  • Social Media Advertising
  • Social Media Content
  • Social Media Marketing
  • Podcast
  • YouTube
  • Instagram Reels
  • Podcast Editing
  • Motion Graphics
  • YouTube Shorts
  • Facebook Advertising
  • Dropshipping
  • Ecommerce
David M.

Melbourne, Australia

$40/hr
5.0
21 jobs

I’m a professional video editor and sound specialist with 7+ years of experience helping creators, brands, and agencies turn raw footage into clean, engaging videos that actually hold attention. I’ve worked across YouTube, Meta ads, TikTok/Reels, and podcasts, focusing on edits that don’t just look good, but feel right. Strong pacing, clear storytelling, and crisp audio always come first. I’m also well across modern high-performing styles, including Alex Hormozi-style edits, fast-paced short-form, subtitles-driven content, and ad creatives built to convert. 🎬 What I can help with: • YouTube videos (faceless, commentary, cash cow, vlogs) • Long-form content with retention-focused editing & storytelling • Short-form content (Reels, TikTok, Shorts) • Branded ads & social campaigns • Explainers, promos & product videos • Motion graphics & animated text overlays • Interviews, testimonials & documentaries • Podcasts (video + audio cleanup) 🎧 Tools I use: Premiere Pro, After Effects, Photoshop, Illustrator, and DaVinci Resolve I keep things simple, clean edits, quick communication, and work that does what it’s meant to do. If you want your content to look sharp, sound clean, and keep people watching till the end, send it through.

  • Video Editing
  • Video Intro & Outro
  • Video Production
  • Video Editing & Production
  • Video Ad
  • Short Video Ad
  • Audio & Video Sync
  • Audio Editing
  • Sound Design
  • Video Animation
  • Podcast Editing
  • Instagram Reels
  • YouTube Shorts
  • YouTube Video
  • Sound Mixing
  • Motion Graphics
  • Video Color Correction
  • Video Enhancement
  • Video Design
  • AI Video Generation
Anna G.

Hobart, Australia

$20/hr
5.0
30 jobs

Hi! I’m a dedicated and creative freelancer with a strong focus on video editing and digital content creation. I work primarily with Adobe Premiere Pro, creating engaging, polished video content for social media, YouTube, and other digital platforms. I have experience editing both short-form and longer-form content, including social media videos, UGC, interviews, YouTube content, promotional videos and repurposed content. I’m comfortable working with raw footage and taking a project from the initial edit through to a finished, platform-ready video. My editing work includes cutting and pacing, captions and subtitles, resizing for different formats, audio cleanup, transitions, text and graphics, b-roll, and adapting content to different platforms and audiences. I also have experience with content coordination and management, including working with freelancers, organising projects, reviewing edits, following brand guidelines and managing multiple projects and deadlines at once. This allows me to approach editing not just from a technical perspective, but also with an understanding of storytelling, audience attention and the overall purpose of the content. Alongside video editing, I have a background in Polish-English and English-Polish translation, subtitling and content creation, which is particularly useful when working with multilingual content or international audiences. My strengths: Video editing & post-production Short-form social media content YouTube video editing Captions & subtitles Reformatting content for different platforms Audio cleanup & basic sound editing Content repurposing Polish ↔ English translation and subtitling Highly organised and reliable Fast learner and adaptable Strong attention to detail I’m always excited to work on new projects and collaborate with people who care about creating good content!

  • Video Editing
  • Translation
  • Poetry
  • Polish to English Translation
  • English to Polish Translation
  • Computer Skills
  • Cultural Adaptation
  • Writing
  • Time Management
  • Virtual Assistance
Long N.

Sydney, Australia

$50/hr
5.0
6 jobs

Stop losing hours to editing. Start growing your channel. Editing eats the hours you should spend streaming or filming. I take raw gameplay or stream footage off your plate completely and turn it into longform videos, shorts, and thumbnails built to retain viewers and convert into subs. What I handle for you: Longform gaming and streamer edits built for retention (pacing, sound design, captions, graphics) Shorts and clips optimized for the algorithm Thumbnails designed and A/B tested Custom VFX and compositing in DaVinci Resolve Fusion, including tools I've built myself in Lua Automated workflows in Python for fast, consistent turnaround Tools: DaVinci Resolve (Fusion and Fairlight), Lua scripting, Python automation, Epidemic Sound, multicam and VTuber workflows If you run a gaming or streaming channel and want an editor who understands the content, the audience, and the algorithm, let's talk.

  • Video Editing
  • Video Post-Editing
  • DaVinci Resolve
  • YouTube Shorts
  • Twitch
  • Short Video
  • YouTube Thumbnail
  • Motion Graphics
Mitchell B.

Melbourne, Australia

$35/hr
4.5
15 jobs

As a seasoned Videographer, Photographer, and Editor with 7 years of industry experience, I bring creativity and technical expertise to all video and photo production facets. My collaborations with renowned brands such as Ultra Music Festival, Dîner en Blanc, Seafolly, and Sail Croatia underscore my capability to deliver compelling content for high-profile clients. I specialize in managing comprehensive video and photo production processes, adeptly handling corporate events, promotional videos, commercial projects, and artistic endeavors. My track record for creating engaging, marketable content on digital platforms is complemented by a commitment to seamless project execution and client satisfaction. Skilled in Adobe Premiere Pro, After Effects, Encoder, Topaz AI , Photoshop, and Lightroom, I leverage state-of-the-art tools to produce high-quality visuals that resonate with audiences. My approach is driven by a passion for visual storytelling and a dedication to exceeding client expectations. Excited about the opportunities on Upwork, I am eager to contribute my expertise and collaborate on projects that challenge and inspire. Let's create something exceptional together!

  • Video Editing
  • Adobe Premiere Pro
  • Video Production
  • Videography
  • Drone Videography
  • Adobe Lightroom
  • Video Editing & Production
  • Content Creation
  • Drone
  • Photo Editing
  • Photography
  • Social Media Management
  • Video Advertising
  • Marketing Strategy

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Video editing outsourcing in Australia: a hiring guide

Australia is a practical market for video editing when your project benefits from native English-language communication, familiarity with English-language brand standards, and access to talent shaped by a mature screen and post-production ecosystem. Jobs and Skills Australia lists roughly 3,300 employed film and video editors in Australia, and many professionals in the field work across major production centers including Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, and the Gold Coast. For clients targeting Australian consumers, Asia-Pacific audiences, or English-language campaigns that require local nuance, hiring video editors in Australia can provide both creative alignment and streamlined collaboration.

Why hire video editors in Australia?

Video editors in Australia work in a mature creative sector with significant international production exposure. Screen Australia reports record drama production expenditure of $2.7 billion in 2024/25, including $1.6 billion from foreign productions and post-production, digital, and visual effects (PDV) work. That international footprint means many Australian editors have experience working on projects shaped by global brand and broadcast standards.

Australia's post-production depth extends beyond traditional editing. Australian Bureau of Statistics data shows that animation, CGI, and VFX staff made up the largest share of employment in film and video post-production businesses in 2021-22, accounting for 38.4% of that workforce. For clients who need editors comfortable with motion graphics, compositing, or premium post-production workflows, that depth can be useful when evaluating specialized candidates.

Cost considerations for hiring video editors in Australia

Video editors in Australia typically price toward the mid-to-upper range of global freelance rates, reflecting the country's high-income economy and mature creative market. On Upwork, video editors globally charge roughly $10 to $60 per hour, with entry-level rates around $15 to $30 per hour, intermediate rates from $30 to $60 per hour, and expert rates from $60 to $150 or more per hour. Australian editors generally align with the intermediate and expert tiers, particularly for brand work, commercial editing, motion graphics, and premium post-production.

For comparison, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reports a median hourly wage of $36.33 for film and video editors in the motion picture and video industries. That positions Australia as a market often chosen for quality, communication fit, and creative specialization. Premium pricing may appear for specialists in color grading, VFX, or fast-turnaround commercial work.

Tips for hiring video editors in Australia

Hiring effectively means matching a freelancer's portfolio, specialization, and communication style to your project needs. The following tips can help you evaluate candidates in this market:

  • Specify your content format and distribution channel. Video editors in Australia work across ads, social media, YouTube, corporate communications, documentary, and broadcast. Clarify whether you need short-form social cuts, long-form brand storytelling, or motion-heavy explainers so candidates can demonstrate relevant experience.
  • Confirm software and workflow compatibility. Australian editors commonly use Adobe Premiere Pro, DaVinci Resolve, Final Cut Pro, and After Effects. Verify that your candidate's toolset aligns with your file formats, collaborative platforms, or delivery specifications.
  • Ask about motion graphics and post-production capabilities. Given Australia's strength in animation, CGI, and VFX, many editors can handle work that blends traditional cuts with motion design or compositing. If your project requires these skills, ask for specific portfolio examples.
  • Evaluate experience with international clients. Look for work history, client feedback, or portfolio samples that show familiarity with U.S., U.K., or European brand standards. On Upwork, Job Success Score and talent badges can help you gauge reliability and cross-border experience.
  • Choose the right contract structure. For evolving or ongoing editing work, hourly contracts provide flexibility and transparency through Upwork's work diary. For clearly defined deliverables, fixed-price contracts can simplify budgeting and milestone management.

The rates and information provided in this article are based on current data and industry sources available at the time of publication. Freelance rates can vary depending on factors such as experience, location, project scope, and market conditions. Readers are encouraged to conduct their own research to confirm current rates and trends, as this information may change over time.

Frequently asked questions

Are video editors in Australia experienced with international brands?

Video editors in Australia frequently work on projects shaped by international production standards. Screen Australia's 2024/25 data shows substantial foreign production and PDV spending in the country, which supports industry-wide exposure to global workflows. When evaluating candidates, look for portfolio samples that include branded content, commercial editing, or broadcast work for overseas clients. On-platform signals such as client reviews and work history can help confirm international experience.

How do video editor rates in Australia compare to U.S. hiring costs?

Rates in Australia tend to be comparable to U.S. averages rather than significantly lower. Upwork's global video editor range runs from $10 to $60 per hour, with Australian editors typically pricing in the $30 to $60 intermediate range or higher for specialized work. The U.S. BLS reports a $36.33 median hourly wage for film and video editors in the motion picture industry. Australia is best evaluated on quality, communication, and market fit rather than deep cost arbitrage.

Can I find video editors in Australia experienced with motion graphics or post-production niches?

Yes, Australia's post-production sector has notable depth in motion graphics, color grading, VFX, and compositing. ABS data shows animation and CGI staff represent the largest occupational group in post-production businesses. When hiring for these specializations, ask for specific portfolio examples and confirm proficiency in tools such as After Effects, DaVinci Resolve, or Nuke.

What should I look for when evaluating video editors in Australia?

Start with portfolio relevance by matching past work to your content style, format, and target audience. Confirm software compatibility and ask about turnaround expectations, especially if you need fast delivery for social or campaign content. Review client feedback for patterns around communication, reliability, and revision responsiveness. For larger or ongoing projects, a short paid test edit can help you assess quality and working style before a longer engagement.