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Egor Y.

Video Editor | YouTube, Shorts, Reels & Motion Graphics

Otsu, Japan
$20 per hour
10 jobs
$200+ total earnings

Need a video editor who can turn your raw footage into clean, engaging content? I’m a Video Editor specializing in YouTube videos, Shorts, Reels, TikTok, social media content, promos, and ads. I focus on making videos that are easy to watch, well-paced, and visually engaging — without unnecessary effects. What I can help you with: 🎥 Video Editing • YouTube videos • Shorts, Reels & TikTok • Social media content • Promotional videos • Ads & short-form content • Talking-head videos 🎨 Motion Graphics • Text animations • Captions & subtitles • Callouts • Smooth transitions • Animated graphics • Simple visual effects 🔊 Audio & Finishing • Background music • Sound effects • Audio cleanup • Basic color correction • Video formatting for different platforms I work with Adobe Premiere Pro, After Effects, and Illustrator. My goal is simple: clean editing, good pacing, attention to detail, and reliable communication. Whether you need a single video or ongoing editing support, I’m happy to discuss your project and find the best approach.

Masahiro A.

Video Editor | DaVinci Resolve, Short-Form & Social Content

Shinjuku, Japan
$15 per hour
5 jobs
$500+ total earnings

Tokyo-based video editor. I work professionally in DaVinci Resolve — editing, motion tracking, and mosaic/blur masking — with experience in a team post-production environment. I also produce short-form vertical content for social: Reels and Shorts, including subtitles, voiceover, music, and timing to scene cuts. Alongside editing, I write and run a Japanese-language science blog, where I research from primary sources and turn them into long-form articles. So I'm comfortable handling a piece from research through to publishing, not just the visual side. Native Japanese speaker, fluent English (a year living in Australia). I spend my free time in galleries and museums — Japanese art and culture is a genuine personal interest. Reliable, detail-oriented, and used to keeping a consistent schedule.

Shingo M.

Cinematic Video Editor

Kakogawa, Japan
$12 per hour
2 jobs
$50 total earnings

I'm a video editor from Japan specializing in cinematic storytelling, short-form content, and AI-assisted video production. I combine traditional editing techniques with modern AI tools to create engaging videos that capture attention and keep viewers watching. I specialize in: TikTok Videos YouTube Shorts Instagram Reels Cinematic Editing Color Grading AI-Assisted Content Creation AI Voice Integration Short-Form Storytelling Services I offer: Short-form video editing Viral-style content editing AI-generated content production Cinematic videos Lifestyle content Social media videos Music video style edits I'm currently preparing to study filmmaking in the United States while pursuing my long-term goal of becoming a film director. My focus is creating visually compelling content with strong pacing, storytelling, and audience retention. Let's bring your ideas to life.

Kyohei T.

Japanese-English Video Editor & Localization Specialist

Fukuoka, Japan
$30 per hour
4 jobs
$300+ total earnings

I am a video editor and localization specialist fluent in both Japanese and English, with over five years of video editing experience and more than two years of practical experience working on international AI and language projects. I help international creators, brands, and companies adapt their video content for Japanese audiences. I go beyond simply translating the language; I ensure that the expressions, tone, subtitles, and overall presentation feel natural in Japanese. As a native Japanese speaker with professional experience working in English, I understand that a literal translation is not always the best way to convey a message. My goal is to preserve the original meaning and character of the content while achieving a final product that feels as though it were created specifically with Japanese audiences in mind. Services Offered: • Video editing for YouTube and social media • Localization between Japanese and English • Japanese subtitle and caption creation • Translation and subtitle adaptation • Short-form and long-form video editing • Clean cuts, pacing adjustments, and transitions • Sound design and background music • Basic motion graphics • Color correction • Japanese language and cultural accuracy checks To date, I have been involved in a wide range of international projects, including video production, Japanese language services, localization, transcription, and AI-based content evaluation. I also have experience as a tour guide and instructor of Japanese culture, introducing Japanese culture to international audiences through the English language. In particular, we are confident in our ability to produce content related to travel, tourism, Japanese culture, education, interviews, documentaries, and international brands entering the Japanese market. Whether you already have English-language content that needs to be localized for the Japanese market, or you need a bilingual editor who can handle both the language and the video itself, we will manage the entire process—from editing to the delivery of the final Japanese version—end-to-end. If you are looking for professionals who understand both video production and Japanese localization, please feel free to contact us to discuss your project.

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