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I create stories that make people want to visit, learn, and experience.
With over five years of video editing experience, I specialize in content that showcases Japanese culture, travel, and authentic human stories.
Before becoming a video editor, I worked as a Japanese culture instructor and tour guide.
I didn't just edit videos—I spent years introducing Japan directly to international audiences.
That experience helps me understand:
• what captures attention
• what keeps viewers watching
• what makes people emotionally connect with your brand
My specialties
✓ Japanese Culture
✓ Tea Ceremony
✓ Matcha
✓ Wagashi
✓ Traditional Crafts
✓ Travel Videos
✓ Documentary Style
✓ Tourism Promotion
✓ YouTube
What I provide
• Story-focused editing
• Clean cuts
• Motion graphics
• Color correction
• Sound design
• Subtitles
• YouTube optimization
• Short-form editing
If you're looking for a video editor who understands not only editing but also how to communicate the beauty of Japan, I'd love to work with you.
Let's create something people will remember.
Video Editing
Travel & Hospitality
Lead Generation
Online Research
Company Research
Localization
Data Entry
Article Writing
Email Communication
Market Research
Japanese
B2B Marketing
English to Japanese Translation
Japanese Sign Language
Voice Acting
Drum
Musical Instrument
Finance
Life Insurance
Trade Marketing
Kouhei I.
Fukuoka, Japan
$15/hr
5.0
4 jobs
I can edit your YouTube videos!
(Cutting, Putting subtitles, BGM, creating thumbnails)
Please send me your messages and ask me freely.
Video Editing
Website Translation
Travel Planning
English to Japanese Translation
Ishida D.
Kakegawa, Japan
$30/hr
5.0
288 jobs
Hi, I'm Diego Ishida. I create professional business documents and website copy, nomadic freelance copywriter, Professional Translator (Japanese, English, Portuguese).
Experienced Translator specializing in Japanese, English, Portuguese, and Spanish, based in Japan. But my roots are in Brazil, where I was born but raised in Japan.
With more than 9 years of extensive experience, I have successfully managed Facebook Ads/google ads/ Tik Tok ads/ Linkedin Ads campaigns for over 102 companies spanning diverse sectors including E-commerce, Lead Generation, and Agencies. In the past 12 months alone, I have overseen advertising budgets exceeding $4 million, delivering outstanding results for my clients."
A big company called hotmart came to Japan to record a study case video for the company, you can check my portfolio video. :D
Writing is my passion, manage your ads its also my passion tranlate your whatever you need its also what I love the most and I have an eye for SEO and readability,
I also have experience in info-product launch strategy, I have written many sales copy for major English, Japanese and Brazilian market launches.
I can help you with all kinds of content for blogging and social media.
I can write your sales page, sales emails, I can also help you with sales funnel if its necessary.
😀
My clients love my ability to transform their website concepts into creative visuals.
✅ High-Quality Business Plans, Proposals, Reports and Company Profiles
✅ White Papers (technology, finance, business, fintech, crypto, blockchain)
✅ Sales and Marketing Copy, Pitch Decks, Case Studies, Brochures, One Pagers
✅ Website Content, Thought-Leadership Articles, Landing Pages, Press Releases, Blog contents.
✅ Product descriptions, product reviews, press release.
✅Translation: I offer precise and reliable translation services from Japanese, English, Portuguese, and Spanish. Whether it's documents, articles, websites, or other text types, I ensure that the translated content maintains its integrity and conveys the intended meaning.
Proofreading and Editing: I provide thorough proofreading and editing services to ensure that translated texts are free from errors, maintain proper grammar and style, and read smoothly in the target language.
My work is always delivered on time with unparalleled quality. I would be glad to answer any questions you have. Let's get started.
--- WHY YOU NEED PROFESSIONAL COPY ---
Content is the soul of your business. It’s what you say to the world. You need to make it count. Bad copy harms your reputation. But great copy delights and captivates your readers. It works tirelessly to establish your authority, drive sales, and convert leads into loyal customers.
My copy is delivered in a crisp, fluid, conversational tone that draws the reader into your narrative and leads them irresistibly towards a powerful call to action.
SEO Strategy
Google Ads
SEO Writing
Sales Copywriting
Content Writing
Email Copywriting
Blog Content
Facebook Ads Manager
Blog Writing
Product Launch Plan
TikTok Ad
Copywriting
Social Media Advertising
English to Japanese Translation
Translation
Yuki H.
Kashiwa, Japan
$30/hr
5.0
1 jobs
Hi, my name is Yuki.
I am a video editor and content creator focused on clear, engaging, and well-paced storytelling.
With a background in videography, I understand not only how to edit footage, but also how to structure content so it feels natural, engaging, and easy to follow from start to finish.
◆ Services
- YouTube long-form content (vlogs, lifestyle, educational, personal brands)
- Short-form content: YouTube Shorts, Instagram Reels, TikTok
- Talking-head, interview, testimonial, and informational videos
- Script writing for YouTube content
◆ YouTube Script Writing
- Creating structured, engaging scripts from scratch
- Focus on clarity, flow, and viewer retention
- Natural, simple English suitable for global audiences
- Pacing designed for both readability and visual execution
◆ Editing Style
- Clean and modern editing with a clear narrative flow
- Focus on pacing, clarity, and audience engagement
- Visual structure that supports the message rather than over-editing
- Adaptable style depending on the project (UGC, documentary, educational, promotional, etc.)
◆ Tools
DaVinci Resolve (primary)
― Experience ―
- Wedding videography and editing (hotels, restaurants, gardens, shrines)
- Experience in emotional pacing, narrative structure, and continuity
- Creating short-form content from long-form footage with a focus on narrative clarity
I also understand how footage is captured on set, which allows me to provide practical feedback to improve both shooting and storytelling when needed.
My approach combines editing and script thinking, allowing me to support content not only visually, but also structurally.
You can find video and script samples in my portfolio for reference.
Thank you for your time and consideration.
Video Editing
DaVinci Resolve
YouTube Video
YouTube Automation
YouTube Shorts
Instagram Reels
Short Video
Scriptwriting
Storytelling
Cinematic Video
Vlog
Japanese
Yuta Y.
Kobe, Japan
$18/hr
5.0
16 jobs
I help creators and businesses turn raw footage into engaging short-form videos for YouTube Shorts, TikTok, and Instagram Reels.
I run my own YouTube channel and have grown it to 800+ subscribers in over 6 months, with one video reaching over 4 million views. Through this experience, I understand how important the first few seconds, pacing, captions, and viewer retention are for short-form content.
My background also includes $2,000+ earned on Upwork through Japanese-English translation, fieldwork, and audio recording projects. This helps me create videos with accurate captions, natural subtitles, and strong localization for Japanese and English-speaking audiences.
Services I offer:
- YouTube Shorts editing
- TikTok / Instagram Reels editing
- Captions and subtitles
- Japanese-English subtitle support
- Long-form video repurposing into short clips
- Hook-focused editing
- Clean cuts, pacing, and simple text animation
- Localization for Japanese or English-speaking audiences
I am a good fit for:
- Creators who need short-form video editing
- Brands targeting Japanese or English-speaking audiences
- Travel, sports, culture, lifestyle, and educational content
- Clients who need both editing and accurate captions
I have 7 years of video editing experience and strong communication skills in Japanese and English.
If you already have footage, I can help turn it into short-form videos that are clear, engaging, and ready to post.
Video Editing
Translation
Movie
Transcript
Writing
Photo Color Correction
Textile Design
3D Texturing
Meg I.
Tokyo, Japan
$50/hr
5.0
27 jobs
Hello, I’m Meg, a Japanese-American filmmaker and photographer with experience in writing and directing award-winning short films, music videos, commercials, YouTube videos, and video content for social media. I love taking lifestyle and travel photography and have done lots of shoots for individuals as well as companies and events. I am deeply passionate about storytelling and I approach each project with a creative and optimistic mindset. I love bringing ideas to life and collaborating, and I am open to working with people of all backgrounds and experiences.
Thank you, and hope to work with you.
Video Editing
Story Concept
Story Development
Songwriting
Photo Editing
Photography
Film & Video
Film Direction
Videography
Screenwriting
Voice Acting
Storytelling
Film
Lifestyle & Travel
Lifestyle Photography
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