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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
Daniel G.

Los Angeles, California

$55/hr
4.7
151 jobs

Video Editor & Motion Graphics Designer with a very strong passion for visual storytelling, creative video editing and post-production. Along with my extensive experience in Upwork, I also have received my Bachelor's Degree in Digital Cinema and Video Production from The Institute of the Arts in Los Angeles, California. I have a decade's worth of experience in editing: - narrative films - short documentaries - social media video content - online promotional content - showreels- company videos- testimonials. I have helped several successful start-up, non-profits, and entrepreneurial companies develop an online video library that has helped push their products forward. I have also edited online campaigns for Sephora beauty brands such as: Vintner's Daughter and Supergoop! Along with worldwide renowned brands such as: Sprint, Verizon Wireless, Screen Engine/ASI. and most recently, Apple Inc. As well as Non-Profits and Philanthropical brands such as: Deschutes' Children's Foundations, Charity Vision, United Way, Storiesandobjects.com I always ensure that I am a positive attribute to these established names. I do so by ensuring that I deliver projects on time and of the highest quality! Feel free to check out some of my portfolio projects, and don't hesitate to message me if you have any questions or want to see more of my projects. Thank you, and have a great day! All the best, Daniel G. GPostMedia.net

  • Video Editing
  • Adobe After Effects
  • Music Video
  • Video Post-Editing
  • Motion Graphics
  • Adobe Photoshop
  • DaVinci Resolve
  • Testimonial Video
  • Adobe Audition
  • Microsoft Word
  • Adobe Acrobat
  • Adobe InDesign
  • Videography
  • 2D Animation
  • Subtitles
Owoeye O.

Los Angeles, California

$30/hr
5.0
33 jobs

Video Editor and Specialist in medium edited short form reels content creation for Instagram, TikTok and YouTube. Total working experience so far: › Edited 250+ YouTube Videos › 1k+ Shorts & Reels › 70+ Event Videos › 50+ Podcast Videos › 30+ AI Faceless Videos What Clients Say's About Me! ✨Been working with this editor on my YouTube Channel. Phenomenal work! Really was able to see my vision and implement my personal style into the videos. Helped create intro animation as well to improve quality. Never have an issue with implementing notes into videos either. All in all very kind and great to work with! ✨Yoooo Owoeye!!! That's incredible!!!! I absolutely love it!! Thank you so much Like insane!! That final shot is so great! All of it was perfection, thank you Owoeye!! Hello! My name is Owoeye Oluwaseyi Xavier, I am a Video Editor and Animator with over 6+ years of proven experience. I am proficient in major video editing software including DaVinci Resolve, Premiere Pro, CapCut and AfterEffects. Holla👋🏾 If you are looking for a skilled and experienced video editor to create Premium videos for your Brands platform. Here are some of the services I offer: ✨ AI Faceless YouTube Video Editing ✨ YouTube Video Editing ✨ TikTok Video Editing ✨ YouTube Shorts Editing ✨ Instagram Reels Video Editing ✨ Weddings Video Editing ✨ Vlogs Video Editing ✨ Podcast Video Editing ✨ Video Post-editing ✨ YouTube Thumbnails Design ✨ Social Media Content Creation ✨ Viral videos Editing ✨ Social Media Reels Editing Send me a Direct Message or Invite to a Job for more discussion. Experience Related Keywords: Video Editing, Adobe Premiere Pro, Adobe After Effects, Video Production, Video Post-Editing, Adobe Photoshop, Motion Graphics, Video Advertising, Video Color Correction, Videography, Audio Editing, Color Grading, 2D Animation, Explainer Video YouTube Video Editor | YouTube Shorts Editor | Reels Video Editor | TikTok Video Editor | Video Editing Services | Video Post-Production | Video Cutting & Editing | Video Transitions | Color Grading | 4K Video Editing | Video Effects | Motion Graphics | Visual Effects | Audio Editing | Video Stabilization | YouTube Video Editing | Social Media Video Editing | Instagram Reels Editor | TikTok Editing | Video Slicing | Video Trimming | Professional Video Editing | High-Quality Video Editing | Video Montage | YouTube Thumbnail Creation | YouTube Video Enhancement | YouTube SEO | Video Content Editing | Social Media Content Editing | Vlog Editing | Cinematic Video Editing | Video Editing for Ads | Music Video Editing | Corporate Video Editing | Event Video Editing | Product Video Editing | Video Editing for Creators | YouTube Intro & Outro Editing | Slow Motion Video Editing | Fast-Paced Editing | Animated Video Editing | YouTube Channel Editing | Video Editing for Influencers | YouTube Growth | Video Editing for Marketing | Video Production | Editing for Social Media Ads | Green Screen Editing | Video Editing for Business | Content Editing | Storytelling Editing | Vertical Video Editing | YouTube Shorts Optimization | Social Media Video Creation | Video Editor for YouTubers | Viral Video Editing | Video Editing for Brands | Editing for Promotional Videos | Video Retouching | Film Editing | Video Editing for Beginners

  • Adobe After Effects
  • Adobe Premiere Pro
  • Video Post-Editing
  • CapCut
  • DaVinci Resolve
  • Adobe Photoshop
  • Motion Graphics
  • Video Color Correction
  • Audio Editing
  • Color Grading
  • 2D Animation
  • Instagram Reels
  • TikTok Video
  • YouTube Shorts
  • YouTube Video
  • Video Cleanup
  • Cinematic Video
  • Video Animation
  • Video Editing & Production
  • Visual Effects
Tristin P.

Los Angeles, California

$25/hr
4.9
12 jobs

I’m a storytelling-focused editing ninja who dives deep into each client’s vision and brings it to life with energy and precision. Whether flying solo or teaming up, I work fast and smart with tools like Premiere Pro, After Effects, DaVinci Resolve, Final Cut Pro, Avid, and the latest AI-powered content tools. My process is simple but powerful: 1) understand your goals, vibe, and audience → 2) sort through your footage, graphics, and music → 3) build a rough cut that nails tone and pacing → 4) refine with color grading, sound, motion graphics, and captions → 5) deliver a polished, platform-ready video that pops. I’ll even stick around for revisions or alternate versions so you’re always covered. Got a project in mind? Feel free to reach out! Let’s make something unforgettable. :)

  • Video Editing
  • Adobe Premiere Pro
  • Storyboarding
  • Video Editing & Production
  • Video Editing Software
  • CapCut
  • Social Media Advertising
Zach M.

Los Angeles, California

$55/hr
5.0
5 jobs

Every brand has a story worth telling. Most just haven't found the format, the rhythm, or the system to tell it consistently. I help brands, whether you're launching something new or trying to revive a brand that's lost its way, find all three and build everything you need to bring that story to life. I'm a brand strategist and creative director who has worked with Fortune 500 companies and early-stage startups. The proof is in the work: a DTC brand I ran to 2.5M+ views and 500+ customers in three months, 70+ videos for an Adobe product channel that reached 245K subscribers and 1.5M+ views, and a full content engine for a luxury art platform covering launch calendar, email journey, and short-form video. I don't hand off a strategy deck and disappear. I build the brand and run it: positioning, visual identity, website design, content strategy, social media flows, email marketing, video production, motion graphics, and the consumer research that makes sure all of it lands with the people you're trying to reach. Recent work: •Founded and scaled ModAura Designs (DTC home décor) from zero to 20K+ followers, 500+ customers, and 2.5M+ organic views in three months. Owned brand, website, content, and supply chain end to end. •Built the full content engine for Aiya Curated, a luxury Nigerian art platform. Delivered content strategy, a 12-post launch calendar, a long-form-to-short-form repurposing system, a 6-email customer journey, and launch videos. •Led video and motion graphics for Adobe Project Aqua's YouTube channel. 70+ videos, 245K+ subscribers, 1.5M+ views. •Led user research and product intelligence for Adobe Project Bridgeway, synthesizing 200+ interviews into board-level strategy. What I build: Brand positioning and identity · Website design (Shopify, Webflow) · Content strategy and pillars · Organic social media systems · Email flows and customer journeys · Video and motion graphics · Consumer and user research How I work: I start with what you're actually trying to build, the business behind the deliverable. Then I design a brand system you can keep running after I'm gone: strategy, assets, and templates that compound over time. Tools: Adobe Creative Suite (Premiere, After Effects, Illustrator), Figma, Shopify, Mailchimp . If you're launching a new brand or reviving one that's lost its rhythm, send me a message with a quick overview of where you are and what you're building. I'll reply within 24 hours with a few questions to see if we're a fit.

  • Video Editing
  • Video Production
  • Branding & Marketing
  • Brand Development
  • Brand Management
  • Video Advertising
  • Video Design
  • Brand Strategy
  • Social Media Content
  • Startup Consulting
Filippos T.

Los Angeles, California

$75/hr
5.0
166 jobs

Hi, I’m Filippos, a high-end video editor and motion graphics specialist helping brands, agencies, and creators craft visually compelling, high-performing content. I specialize in branded content, social ads, motion-enhanced promos, and commercials that blend storytelling, pacing, and design into attention-grabbing visuals. With over 10 years of experience, I’ve delivered content for Disney, NBC, Intel, Starbucks, BuzzFeed, Samsung, Warner Bros, and Mondelēz, collaborating with creative teams across the U.S., Canada, Europe, and Australia. I’m part of Upwork’s Expert-Vetted program, awarded to the top 1% of freelancers, and have earned over $100,000 on the platform with a 100% Job Success Score. What I deliver: Commercials and branded content Paid social ads (Meta, YouTube, TikTok) Product videos and promotional campaigns Advanced motion graphics using After Effects Kinetic text, animation overlays, and logo reveals I work primarily in Adobe Premiere Pro, After Effects, and Audition, and I integrate easily with both solo founders and in-house teams. I hold a Master’s in Filmmaking from the New York Film Academy in Los Angeles and a Bachelor’s in Communication and Advertising, giving me a well-rounded creative and strategic foundation. Skilled in leveraging AI tools such as Runway, accelerate creative workflows, generate visuals, and enhance storytelling in video editing and motion design projects. Clients choose me for: Motion-enhanced storytelling with a sharp editorial eye Fast, reliable delivery with consistent quality Polished sound design, pacing, and visual rhythm Clear communication and creative collaboration Portfolio: filippostsapekis.com Let’s bring your ideas to life. I typically respond within a few hours.

  • Video Editing
  • Adobe After Effects
  • Adobe Premiere Pro
  • Music Video
  • Social Media Video
  • Video Commercial
  • Adobe Photoshop
  • Adobe Illustrator
  • Motion Graphics
  • Adobe Audition
  • Film Editing
  • TV Advertising
  • Video Design
  • Short Video Ad
  • Social Video Marketing

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