José M

Freelancer Video Editing

Upwork • Freiberufler

Nov 2023 - Present • 2 yrs 9 mos

Worked as a freelance video editor specializing in long-form YouTube content with a strong focus on cinematic storytelling and audience retention. Collaborated with content creators to transform scripts and voiceovers into engaging visual narratives through careful pacing, sound design, and editing structure. Responsibilities included sourcing and organizing film clips, archival footage, images, B-roll, and other visual assets to support narration and strengthen storytelling. Edited documentary-style videos, video essays, and cinematic YouTube content using Adobe Premiere Pro and After Effects for motion graphics, animated text, transitions, and subtle visual effects. Developed experience in narrative pacing, emotional rhythm, color correction, audio balancing, and creating visually cohesive edits that matched the tone and atmosphere of each project. Worked independently under deadlines while maintaining consistent quality and adapting to different creative styles and channel identities.