Multimedia artist who believes in a human-centric, interdisciplinary approach to art and media.
Areas of expertise include video editing (my degree), graphic art, illustration, and writing. My work is highly influenced by my knowledge of the inner lives and behavior of people, and the interconnected nature of those art forms which aim to connect with them.
So I'm a bit of a renaissance woman — just don't ask me to dance.
Video Editing
Adobe After Effects
Adobe Premiere Pro
Adobe Photoshop
Digital Art
Sony Vegas
Music
David F.
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
$65/hr
4.9
334 jobs
I'm a creative director, video editor, and animator who combines editing and animation to create eye-catching and engaging videos.
• Over 50,000+ videos produced for mid-sized to Fortune 500 companies
• 9+ Years of video editing & directing experience
• TikTok Video Editing
• Youtube Shorts Video Editing
• Instagram Stories Video Editing
• Podcast Video Editing
• Short form Video Editing
• Facebook Ads Video Editing
• Testimonial Video Editing
• Corporate Video Editing
• Social Media Video Editing
• 2D and 3D Animation
• Motion Graphics
Beyond conventional editing, I also specialize in 2D and 3D Animation and Motion Graphics, lending a unique and professional touch to each project I undertake.
I'm based in the USA, and I've collaborated with leading companies such as Johnson & Johnson, eBay, and Chevrolet, transforming their visual communication needs into dynamic and engaging video content.
If you're searching for a seasoned video editor who can add value to your project, I would be thrilled to hear from you. Thank you for considering my services.
Video Editing
Adobe After Effects
Final Cut Pro
Video Post-Editing
Video Production
Corporate Video
Video Editing Software
Video Editing & Production
Videography
TikTok Marketing
TikTok
TikTok Ad
Theodore M.
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
$45/hr
5.0
1 jobs
Hello people of Upwork. I'm a Producer, Editor and Director of Photography with a decade of experience making a very wide range of things. I just finished filming Season 3 of Tires on Netflix, prior to that I was a Producer at QVC for years, creating long form episodic shows, short social ads, podcasts and more
I'm great at distilling raw footage down to the most impactful pieces to tell your story.
I value direct, open communication and feedback, because ultimately, want to make something you'll like.
Happy to provide links or examples of any of my previous work that may be relevant to your specific job
Though I have a lot of experience, Upwork itself is a new venture for me, so I'm looking to build out this network and get busy!
Thanks for your consideration
Ted
Video Editing
Adobe After Effects
Adobe Premiere Pro
Audio Editing
Podcast Editing
Podcast Production
Non-Linear Editing
Film Production
Video Advertising
Advertisement
Thandie L.
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
$80/hr
5.0
9 jobs
I am a creative director with experience in several roles of multi-media production. I gained this experience over the last decade through the privilege of working with clients in both the commercial and private sectors. I currently use my skills to help build small to medium-sized businesses, assisting their growth and expanding their market reach through:
• Brand and identity development
• Digital marketing materials
• Website design
• Sales video production
Video Editing
Creative Direction
Marketing
Graphic Design
Video Advertising
Art Direction
Film Direction
Concept Development
Visualization Concept
William P.
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
$35/hr
5.0
2 jobs
Video Editor experienced in documentary, broadcast, and digital media. Specialized in editing, assistant editing,
and workflow optimization. Former NBC Chicago Creative Marketing Producer, NCAA Division I student-athlete,
and Finnish National Championship finalist with a background in high-pressure, deadline-driven environments.
Video Editing
Adobe After Effects
Adobe Premiere Pro
Motion Graphics
AutoHotKey
DaVinci Resolve
Color Correction
Python
Gabriel A.
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
$15/hr
4.5
24 jobs
🎬 𝙂𝙞𝙫𝙚 𝙢𝙚 𝙖 𝙨𝙘𝙧𝙞𝙥𝙩 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙖 𝙥𝙧𝙤𝙙𝙪𝙘𝙩, 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙄'𝙡𝙡 𝙩𝙪𝙧𝙣 𝙞𝙩 𝙞𝙣𝙩𝙤 𝙖 𝙨𝙘𝙧𝙤𝙡𝙡-𝙨𝙩𝙤𝙥𝙥𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝘼𝙄 𝙫𝙞𝙙𝙚𝙤 𝙖𝙙 𝙩𝙝𝙖𝙩 𝙖𝙘𝙩𝙪𝙖𝙡𝙡𝙮 𝙘𝙤𝙣𝙫𝙚𝙧𝙩𝙨
Built for Meta and TikTok, and edited to perform, not just look pretty.
I'm an AI video editor and creator specializing in direct response video ads for DTC and e-commerce brands.
I build everything from UGC-style talking head content to fully AI-generated video ads using tools like Higgsfield, Openart, Seedance Kling, Runway, HeyGen, and ElevenLabs
And I edit every project in After Effects, CapCut or Premiere Pro to make sure the final cut hits hard from the first frame. 🔥
🎯 𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗜 𝗗𝗼
Every ad I create is built around the hook.
I know a strong hook is the difference between a video that gets skipped and one that stops the scroll, so I obsess over the first 3 seconds (hook rate, thumbstop rate, and hold rate are the metrics I edit for, not just visual polish).
I build multiple hook variations per concept so you always have options to test on Meta and TikTok.
I create realistic AI UGC and AI avatar content that doesn't look AI, natural motion, believable talking heads, real pacing so your ads feel native to the feed, not obviously generated.
Whether it's a fast-paced UGC ad, a mini VSL, a talking-head avatar video, or a B-roll-heavy direct response ad, I match the format to what actually converts on Meta and TikTok specifically. ✅
⚙️ 𝗠𝘆 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗰𝗲𝘀𝘀
📝 Script → storyboard → AI-generated footage or sourced B-roll → full edit
💬 Clean, styled captions on every video cos' most viewers watch muted, so captions are non-negotiable
📈 Strong pacing and retention-focused editing throughout, not just a good opening hook
🎨 Consistent brand look across every video, so your Meta and TikTok ads stay recognizable as they scale
📱 Multiple format exports (9:16, 1:1, 4:5) ready for Meta and TikTok specs
⚡ Fast turnaround, with revisions included so we get the ad right before it goes live
🛠️ 𝐓𝐨𝐨𝐥𝐬 𝐈 𝐖𝐨𝐫𝐤 𝐈𝐧 𝐃𝐚𝐢𝐥𝐲
Higgsfield, Seedance, Openart, Kling, Runway, HeyGen, ElevenLabs, CapCut, Premiere Pro, After Effects
These are my go-to stack for AI video generation, AI avatars, B-roll sourcing, and full direct response editing.
💡 𝐖𝐡𝐲 𝐖𝐨𝐫𝐤 𝐖𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐌𝐞
I don't just edit video
I build ads with conversion in mind.
I understand CTR and CPA, so every AI video editing decision, hook placement, pacing, caption style, B-roll choice is made to actually convert, not just to look nice.
My UGC content and AI avatar work are built specifically to feel native on Meta and TikTok, which is exactly what makes a direct response ad perform instead of just sit there. 📊
Check my portfolios and intro video below for examples of AI UGC, avatar-based ads, and direct response video I've built for DTC and e-commerce brands across health, wellness, beauty, and skincare.
🎬 If you need Meta and TikTok video ads that don't just look good but actually convert, let's talk.
Send me your brief and I'll turn it into a high-hook, high-retention, caption-ready ad
And FAST. 🚀
Video Editing, AI, Meta, UGC, TikTok, AI-Generated Video, Ads, Hooks, DTC, E-commerce, Direct Response, CapCut, Captions, Adobe Premiere Pro, Runway, Kling, Short-Form, Higgsfield, Portfolio, ElevenLabs, HeyGen, Pacing, Retention, B-roll, AI Video Generation, Adobe After Effects, Turnaround Time, Brand Consistency, Conversion, Revisions, Avatar, Talking Head, Copywriting, VSL, Vertical Format, Wellness, Full-Time, Video Production, Instagram Reels, Video Post-Editing, Thumbstop Rate, Hold Rate, Graphic Design, Realistic, Final Cut Pro, DaVinci Resolve, Skincare, Motion Graphics, Slack, Explainer Video, Facebook Advertising, CTR, CPA, Sound Design, Remote, Video Editing, AI, Meta, UGC, TikTok, AI-Generated Video, Ads, Hooks, DTC, E-commerce, Direct Response, CapCut, Captions, Adobe Premiere Pro, Runway, Kling, Short-Form, Higgsfield, Portfolio, ElevenLabs, HeyGen, Pacing, Retention, B-roll, AI Video Generation, Adobe After Effects, Turnaround Time, Brand Consistency, Conversion, Revisions, Avatar, Talking Head, Copywriting, VSL, Vertical Format, Wellness, Full-Time, Video Production, Instagram Reels, Video Post-Editing, Thumbstop Rate, Hold Rate, Graphic Design, Realistic, Final Cut Pro, DaVinci Resolve, Skincare, Motion Graphics, Slack, Explainer Video, Facebook Advertising, CTR, CPA, Sound Design, Remote, Video Editing, AI, Meta, UGC, TikTok, AI-Generated Video, Ads, Hooks, DTC, E-commerce, Direct Response, CapCut, Captions, Adobe Premiere Pro, Runway, Kling, Short-Form, Higgsfield, Portfolio, ElevenLabs, HeyGen, Pacing, Retention, B-roll, AI Video Generation, Adobe After Effects, Turnaround Time, Brand Consistency, Conversion, Revisions, Avatar, Talking Head, Copywriting, VSL, Vertical Format, Wellness, Full-Time, Video Production, Instagram Reels, Video Post-Editing, Thumbstop Rate, Hold Rate, Graphic Design, Realistic
Video Editing
Adobe After Effects
Adobe Premiere Pro
Social Media Video
Video Post-Editing
Video Production
AI-Generated Video
Animation
AI Video Generation
Graphic Design
Social Media Marketing
Video Commercial
Motion Graphics
Social Media Management
Instagram
Content Strategy
Marketing Strategy
Video Advertising
Paid Social
Short Video Ad
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