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Fortune Lesedi T.

Tembisa, South Africa

$4/hr
5.0
1 jobs

I am an emerging freelancer eager to provide innovative solutions that make a difference. With a keen interest in technology and design, I have developed skills in various projects that emphasize creativity and problem-solving. I specialize in crafting intuitive user experiences and developing compelling visual content that resonates with the target audience. I thrive on collaboration and open communication, working closely with clients to understand their needs and bring their vision to life. My fresh perspective and commitment to quality allow me to approach challenges with enthusiasm. If you're looking for someone ready to learn, adapt, and contribute unique ideas, I am excited to discuss how I can help elevate your project. Let’s connect and explore the possibilities!

  • Marketing
  • Digital Marketing
  • AI Marketplace
  • Copywriting
  • Online Writing
  • Bookkeeping
  • AVS Video Editor
  • AI Image Editing
  • Finance & Law
Chris G.

Cape Town, South Africa

$7/hr
5.0
1 jobs

Hi there, I'm Chris! I'm a Video Editor from sunny Cape Town, South Africa, with various skills focused in Social & Multimedia content production. I am keen to learn new things as I go along and am comfortable with adapting to your needs where needed.

  • Video Editing
  • Video Production
  • Video Editing & Production
  • YouTube
  • Management Skills
  • Content Creation
  • Social Media Content Creation
  • Video Transcription
  • Social Media Content
  • Documentation
  • Social Media Management
Sabbyy L.

Pretoria, South Africa

$8/hr
5.0
17 jobs

Are your videos not getting views , or getting skipped? I'm a professional video editor with 3+ years of experience producing content that holds attention and drives results. I've completed 6+ projects on Upwork with a 5-star rating, working with creators, brands, and agencies across YouTube, TikTok, Instagram Reels, and corporate media. Here's what I bring to your project: ✔ YouTube Long-Form Editing — structured storytelling, pacing, chapters, custom intros/outros, and retention-focused cuts ✔ Short-Form Content (TikTok / Reels / Shorts) — viral-ready hooks, snappy cuts, captions, and trending audio sync ✔ Motion Graphics & Titles — dynamic lower thirds, animated text, logo stings using Premiere Pro and After Effects ✔ Color Grading & Audio Cleanup — cinematic color correction, background noise removal, levels balanced for platform ✔ Fast Turnaround — I understand content calendars. Delivery is consistent, communication is clear Tools I use daily: Adobe Premiere Pro | After Effects | CapCut | AI-assisted workflows I've produced content for growth-focused brands and multimedia agencies — including long-form series, social media ad packages, and AI-assisted video productions. If you need a reliable editor who understands both storytelling and the algorithm — let's talk.

  • Video Editing
  • Adobe After Effects
  • Adobe Premiere Pro
  • Social Media Video
  • YouTube Shorts
  • TikTok Video
  • Instagram Reels
  • Motion Graphics
  • Color Grading
  • AI Video Generation
Wale A.

Johannesburg South, South Africa

$50/hr
5.0
3 jobs

AI UGC video ads, product videos, and AI commercials that help DTC and ecommerce brands win on Meta, TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube. I'm an AI Creative Strategist, AI video editor, and performance-creative director who turns AI into a content engine — creative produced faster, cheaper, and at the volume paid social actually needs. For 30+ years I built advertising the traditional way: TV commercials, branded content, and national campaigns as a Creative Director and Agency Producer inside the Publicis network. Today I bring that same craft to AI-powered creative — so brands get broadcast-level ideas at the speed and cost modern paid social demands. Most brands don't have a creative problem. They have a volume problem. Meta, TikTok, and YouTube burn through creative faster than any team can produce it, and testing stalls because every new concept costs a shoot. I fix that. Using AI video and image tools alongside professional editing, I produce dozens of UGC ads, hooks, and angles from a single product — without a film crew, a studio day, or a five-figure budget. What that means for your account: more creative to test, faster iteration on winners, stronger hooks and higher CTR, better ROAS, and consistent brand quality across every placement — all at a fraction of traditional production cost. What I do for brands: AI UGC video ads — authentic, creator-style content without hiring UGC creators Performance creative for Meta ads, TikTok ads, Instagram, and YouTube ads AI product videos, AI commercials, and product visualization for ecommerce, Shopify, and Amazon AI creative strategy, concepting, and rapid creative testing at scale AI product photography and short-form video editing (Reels, TikTok, Shorts) Why clients hire me: Senior creative judgment — 15+ years directing real advertising, not just operating AI tools Speed and scale — a month of ad creative in a fraction of the time and cost Built for performance — every asset made to move CTR, ROAS, and CPA Broadcast-trained eye for consistent, premium brand quality across every channel I work with DTC ecommerce brands, Shopify and Amazon sellers, marketing agencies, and consumer brands across beauty, health & wellness, food & beverage, fashion, and tech. Send me your product and your biggest creative bottleneck. I'll tell you exactly how I'd approach it — the hooks, formats, and volume I'd produce — before you spend a dollar.

  • Video Editing
  • Adobe After Effects
  • Video Editing & Production
  • Graphic Design
  • AI Image Editing
  • AI Audio Generation
  • AI Content Creation
  • UGC
  • Creative Strategy
  • Short Video
  • Marketing Video
  • Promotional Video Script
  • Storyboarding
  • Ad Content Creation
  • SaaS
  • Adobe Creative Suite
  • Prompt Engineering
  • Generative AI Prompt Engineering
  • Broadcast Advertising
Adrian S.

Cape Town, South Africa

$23/hr
5.0
1 jobs

With a background in acting, I developed a strong understanding of storytelling, emotion, timing, and what keeps an audience engaged. That naturally led me into videography and editing, where I found a passion for shaping visuals into compelling stories. I work across TV commercials, corporate videos, brand videos, wedding films, and social media content, creating edits that feel cinematic, modern, and intentional. From pacing and transitions to sound design and color grading, I focus on the details that bring projects together and elevate the final result. I bring both a creative and technical approach to editing, aiming to create content that connects with audiences and leaves a lasting impression.

  • Video Editing
  • Adobe Premiere Pro
  • Social Media Video
  • Film Editing
  • Content Creation
  • UGC
  • Cinematography
  • Video Commercial
  • Corporate Video
  • YouTube Video
  • Voice Acting
  • Voice-Over
  • Video Camera
  • Color Correction
  • Audio & Video Sync
Lesedi M.

Johannesburg, South Africa

$17/hr
4.8
27 jobs

You capture the magic; I'll tell the story! 🎥✨ If you are a Creator or Course Instructor, you know that filming is only half the battle. The real magic? That happens in the edit. 🪄 My goal is to take your raw footage and polish it into a cohesive, high-retention video that respects your viewer's time and keeps them glued to the screen until the very end. 📉➡️📈 My Specialisation: 🌟 I absolutely love working on Narrative & Personality-Driven Content (Documentaries, Podcasts, & Courses). I thrive when partnering with creators who provide their own brilliant A-Roll and B-Roll footage. This allows me to focus entirely on the pacing, colour, and audio, rather than hunting for generic stock clips! 🙅🏽‍♀️ While my main focus is long-form storytelling, I understand the power of vertical video. I can help you squeeze the most value out of your content by turning your best moments into "snackable" clips for social media. What I bring to your project: ✅ Retention Editing: Structuring your video to keep audience drop-offs at bay. 📱 Short-Form Repurposing: Turning your long-form highlights into engaging Reels/Shorts. 🎧 Audio Mixing: Crisp dialogue balanced with music that sets the perfect mood. 🎨 Colour Grading: Giving your footage a professional, polished look. 🫧 Clean Graphics: Professional lower-thirds and titles to highlight your key learning points. I am looking for long-term partners who value top-tier communication and quality. 🤝 Ready to reclaim your time? ⏳ Pop me an invite (click 'Invite to Job') and let's have a chat about your next video! 🚀

  • Video Editing
  • Video Post-Editing
  • DaVinci Resolve
  • Video Editing & Production
  • Video Ad
  • Color Grading
  • Audio Editing
  • Blackmagic Fusion
  • Short Video

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