Manuel Soto
Video Editor & Content Creator specializing in reels & UGC
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My AI design + video workflow in 2026 (what's actually saving me time)
As a video editor, I use AI at every stage now. Here's the honest breakdown:
PRE-PRODUCTION:
→ ChatGPT: Script structure & hooks for client videos
→ Midjourney: Mood boards & visual direction for brands
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How I structure my video editing packages to earn more per client 💰
Most editors charge per video. I charge per outcome. Big difference.
My current packages:
→ Quick Turnaround (24h): Reels & TikToks for content creators — premium for speed
→ Brand Package: Monthly retainer for...
Went from 0 to booked-out video editor. Here's what actually worked 💼
A year ago I was sending proposals into the void. Now my calendar fills up before I even promote.
What changed:
→ Stopped competing on price. Raised my rates and started attracting serious clients
→ Niched down...
AI video tools I actually use as a professional editor (and how I use them) 🤖
Everyone's talking about AI video. Here's my real workflow:
→ Premiere Pro AI: Auto-reframe for vertical/horizontal repurposing = 2x faster delivery
→ CapCut AI captions: Saves 20-30 min per video for...