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Ted N.

Truckee, California

$30/hr
5.0
14 jobs

🚨 Your videos MUST capture attention in under 3 seconds otherwise you've already lost the sale. 𝐓𝐡𝐚𝐭’𝐬 𝐰𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐞 𝐈 𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐞 𝐢𝐧. I’m Ted, a Short-Form Video Editor, specializing in VSL (Video Sales Letter) Editing, Short Reels, Short Video Editing, Adobe Premiere Pro, and Content Strategy with 3+ 𝘆𝗲𝗮𝗿𝘀 of experience helping content creators, personal coaches, and dropshipping brands scale using scroll-stopping ads and organic content. I specialize in Instagram Reels, TikTok videos, YouTube Shorts, and Facebook ads, helping content creators, educators, fashion & beauty brands, dropshipping businesses, and Shopify store owners grow through engaging social media marketing. ➡️ I don’t just edit videos—I create short-form content that grabs attention and keeps viewers watching. ➡️ I don’t just cut clips—I build smooth, high-retention edits with captions, pacing, and storytelling that boost engagement on TikTok, Reels, and Shorts. Most creators don’t care about the tools behind it—they care about results. That’s where I come in. I turn raw footage into clean, engaging videos that help brands grow faster and reach the right audience. Whether you need a high-performing video commercial, testimonial video, explainer video, unboxing video, Instagram story, YouTube video, or coaching content, I deliver videos that tell your story while driving conversions. 🏆 My Skills 🔹Video Production & Video Post-Editing 🔹Graphic Design & Social Media Design 🔹Content Writing & Content Marketing Strategy 🔹Social Media Content Creation & Management (Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, LinkedIn, YouTube) 🔹Social Media Advertising Management (Instagram marketing, TikTok marketing, Facebook advertising) 🔹Storytelling & Content Strategy 🔹SEO & YouTube optimization (search engine optimization, YouTube SEO, content management) 🔹Audio Editing & Animation 🔹Coaching for creators who want to learn video editing and social media growth 📌 Industries & Content Types I Work With: 🔹Advertising & Digital Marketing 🔹Fashion & Beauty 🔹Education & Coaching 🔹Testimonial Videos, Explainer Videos, and Commercials 🔹Social Media Content Creation (Instagram Reels, TikTok, YouTube Shorts) 🔹Dropshipping & Shopify Store Promotions 🎬 Video Editing & Motion Graphics 🔹Video editing and post-editing (color grading, correction, audio editing, captions, and clipper tools like CapCut) 🔹Motion graphics, 2D animation, video intros & outros 🔹Social media video design, storytelling, and strategy 🔹Video advertising for Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn marketing, and YouTube 🔹Content management, content calendar planning, and social media content creation 🛠 Programs & Tools 🔹Adobe Premiere Pro (intro, outro, transitions, overlays, captions, scripts, titles) 🔹Adobe After Effects (animation, motion graphics, visual effects, video intro & outro) 🔹Adobe Photoshop & Adobe Illustrator (graphic design, imagery, textures, resizing, social media imagery 🔹Adobe Creative Suite & Canva for social media content creation and desig 🔹Figma & Web Design tools for branding and layouts 🔹CapCut and other modern editing platforms for fast-paced short-form content If you’re ready to elevate your brand, simplify your content marketing strategy, and work with someone who actually gets you results, drop me a message. I’d love to take your videos, social media content, and advertising campaigns to the next level! Other Skills: Short-Form Video Editor, Short-Form Content Strategist, Short-Form Video for TikTok, Short-Form Video for YouTube, Short-Form Video for Instagram, Freelance Social Media Video Editor, Video Ad Content Creator, TikTok Videos, Instagram Reels, Paid Ads, Adobe Premiere Pro, Video Ad Campaign, Video Animation, Video Editing, Video Editing & Production, Video Advertising, Video Commercial, Video Design, Social Media Advertising, Social Media Content, Short Story, Short Video, Short Video Ad, Video Editor, Expert YouTube Video Editor, Instagram Short Reels, YouTube Short, Professional Video Editor, Raw Footage, Cinematic Visuals, YouTube Videos (vlogs, tutorials, reviews), Reels/Shorts (Instagram, TikTok, YouTube Shorts), Corporate Promos & Brand Content, Wedding Highlights & Event Montages, Social Media Ads & Product Videos, Color Grading, Sound Design & Transitions, Green Screen Editing, Text Animation & Subtitles, Intros/Outros & Logo Animation, After Effects, DaVinci Resolve, Final Cut Pro, CapCut, Trello, Asana, Slack, Faceless Video Editor, Social Media Ad Designer, 360-Degree Video Editing, YouTube Video, Video Editing Software, YouTube Shorts, Video Editing Plugins, Adobe After Effects, Social Media Video, AVS Video Editor, Events & Weddings, YouTube Automation, Motion Graphics, Visual Effects Artist, Video Editor & Motion Graphics Designer, Video Editing & Production, Short Form Video Editor, TikTok Video Editor,

  • Video Editing
  • Adobe After Effects
  • Adobe Premiere Pro
  • Video Post-Editing
  • Video Production
  • Motion Graphics
  • Video Editing & Production
  • Short Video Ad
  • Video Advertising
  • Social Media Advertising
  • DaVinci Resolve
  • Social Media Content Creation
  • Podcast Content
  • Videography
  • Content Writing
  • CapCut
Luc D.

Manhattan Beach, California

$24/hr
4.9
49 jobs

7 YEARS EXPERIENCE, USA Based 🇺🇸 I am a professional video editor with a wide variety of skills to help you achieve your vision and bring your ideas to life. DELIVERABLES: General: Social Media, Music Videos, Short-Films, Documentaries, Other Videos by Request Social Media: Ads, YouTube Videos, Podcasts, Short-Form Content, Video Clips, ect. Corporate: Product Videos, Website Introductions, Marketing Ads, Presentations, Conference/Meeting Recaps, ect. EXPERIENCE: 7 years on Adobe Premiere Pro (Editing) 7 years on Adobe After Effects (Animation, Motion Graphics, Visual Effects) 6 years on DaVinci Resolve (Color Correction, Grading, Editing) 5 years on DaVinci Fusion (Animation, Motion Graphics, Visual Effects)

  • Video Editing
  • Adobe After Effects
  • Adobe Premiere Pro
  • Motion Graphics
  • Audio Editing
  • DaVinci Resolve
  • Visual Effects
  • Color Correction
  • Microsoft Word
  • Microsoft PowerPoint
  • ChatGPT
  • Apple Pages
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Google Sheets
  • Adobe Photoshop
Alex B.

Los Angeles, California

$40/hr
5.0
205 jobs

Hey. I'm a college trained freelance Audio Engineer and Video Editor with several years of experience in the audio and video fields and would love to be a part of your project. Whether your needs are sound editing for audiobooks, podcasts, or video editing for your podcast, youtube, or documentary I am confident together we can bring your vision to life.

  • Video Editing
  • Adobe Premiere Pro
  • Wedding Video
  • Audio Editing
  • Audacity
  • Avid Pro Tools
  • Video Editing & Production
  • Audio Engineering
  • Audio & Music Software
  • Sound Mixing
  • Podcast
  • Audio Mastering
  • Audiobook
  • Testimonial Video
Rajansinh J.

Burbank, California

$20/hr
4.9
247 jobs

I have been top rated freelancer here on upwork for a while providing top notch post production service for last 13 years. Working experience with Disney, Universal, Warner Brothers, Paramount, Netflix etc has taught me to deliver best quality edits within deadline and keeping customer happy. Below are the services I offer: - Wedding Video editor - American Wedding, Indian Wedding, Jewish Wedding, Persian Wedding , Russian Wedding, Chinese Wedding, Vietnamese Wedding, Spanish, Dutch and all weddings of different cultures. - Elopement, proposal edits - Birthday videos, quinceañera, baptism - Funeral Edits - Wedding Videographer - Wedding Photo Editor - Wedding photo Culling - Corporate video editor - Real Estate Video Editor - Podcast Editor - Color Grade - Commercial Video Editor - Instagram Reels - YouTube Video Editor - Tik Tok Editor - Zoom Recording editor - Industrial, Educational, Academic Training Tutorials - Birthdday Event Editor - Restore old footage - Denoise Footage Software Knowledge: Final Cut Pro X, Premiere Pro, DaVinci Resolve, Media Encoder, Camtasia Feel free to ask me any questions. Thanks.

  • Video Editing
  • Adobe After Effects
  • Adobe Premiere Pro
  • DaVinci Resolve
  • Adobe Photoshop
  • Camtasia
  • DVD Studio Pro
  • Wedding & Event Video
  • Adobe Encore
  • Wedding
  • Video Conversion
Roman U.

Santa Monica, California

$56/hr
5.0
15 jobs

🎬 Hi, I’m Roman – a Los Angeles-based Videographer, Video Editor & Licensed Drone Pilot with 10+ years of experience. I help brands, creators, and businesses craft powerful video content — from social media reels and product shoots to cinematic drone footage and commercial editing. 📸 What I do best: 🔹 Filming & Production: • Commercials & Corporate Content • Podcasts, Interviews, Events, Live Streams • Product Videos, Conferences, Short Films • Reels for Instagram & TikTok 🔹 Video Editing & Post: • Clean, fast-paced editing for all platforms • Motion Graphics & 3D Model Integration • Color Grading, Audio Cleanup, Subtitling 🔹 Drone Work (Licensed Operator): • Real Estate Shoots • Aerial Footage for Ads & Films • Mapping & Surveying Why work with me? ✅ 10+ years in video production ✅ LA-based but available across the US ✅ Licensed drone pilot (FAA Part 107) ✅ Trusted by top bloggers & brands ✅ Fast turnaround and clear communication Whether you're building a brand, launching a product, or just need a powerful story — I’m here to bring your vision to life. 💬 Let’s talk — message me to get started. 🎞️ View my work in the portfolio section.

  • Video Editing
  • Adobe After Effects
  • Adobe Premiere Pro
  • Video Production
  • Adobe Photoshop
  • Video Commercial
  • Video Stream
  • Video Camera
  • Film & Video
  • Photographic Film
  • Film Editing
  • Video Shoot
  • Video Animation
  • Aerial Photography
Christopher P.

Northridge, California

$150/hr
5.0
141 jobs

I'm Chris Poremba and I'm a videographer, video editor, and photographer. I've worked for such brands as Lenovo, Adobe, USC, and many other local companies and non-profits in Los Angeles. I try to make the video production process as easy and efficient as possible for all my clients, and I am extremely communicative and responsive. I worked full-time as the lead videographer for a battery manufacturer in LA, and now I freelance full-time. Most of my videography work includes events and interviews, but I've also shot product videos, social media content, and more. I also have tons of experience creating and editing content for YouTube, and have worked for multiple different channels, some small, and other with hundreds of thousands of subscribers. Reach out anytime!

  • Video Editing
  • Adobe After Effects
  • Adobe Premiere Pro
  • Adobe Photoshop
  • Photography
  • Adobe Audition
  • Cinematography
  • Motion Graphics
  • Videography

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