Youtube Video and shorts

Abdul Manan Arshad

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About this service

Summary

I'm a professional video editor specializing in crafting engaging reels, VSLs, and YouTube videos that align with your brand’s identity. With experience working with over 1,000 clients, I bring dynamic storytelling, seamless transitions, and sound design expertise to every project. My ability to create custom, high-quality edits tailored to your vision sets me apart.

Process

1. Plan & Organize

Understand the goal: Know the story or message you're telling.

Gather assets: Import raw footage, audio, images, and any necessary elements.

Create folders: Organize your files for easy access (e.g., Footage, Music, Graphics).

2. Set Up Your Project

Open your software (e.g., Premiere Pro or After Effects).

Create a new sequence with the correct settings (resolution, frame rate).

3. Rough Cut

Lay down all raw footage on the timeline.

Trim unnecessary parts, keeping only the best clips in order.

Arrange clips chronologically or based on your storyline.

4. Add Transitions & Effects

Smoothen clip changes with cuts, fades, or transitions.

Add effects for texture or enhance the visuals (color grading, slow-mo).

5. Sound Design

Add background music or sound effects (sync them to visuals).

Adjust audio levels (duck music under dialogue).

Clean up audio if necessary (noise reduction, EQ).

6. Polish

Fine-tune the pacing and flow.

Add captions, titles, or motion graphics.

Apply color grading to create the desired mood.

7. Review & Export

Watch the entire video to check for errors or inconsistencies.

Export with appropriate settings (e.g., H.264 for online platforms).

Deliver the video to your client or upload it to the platform.

FAQs

How much footage should be provided for a polished video?
Ideally, provide 2–3 times the footage length compared to the final video (e.g., 10–15 minutes of raw footage for a 5-minute video). This gives enough flexibility for cutting and refining.
How long will it take to edit the video?
It depends on the video complexity. For basic editing, it might take 2–3 hours per minute of finished content, while advanced edits (motion graphics, sound design) can take much longer.
What file formats should I send or receive?
Send high-quality formats like MP4, MOV, or ProRes for footage and WAV/MP3 for audio. Avoid heavily compressed files to maintain quality.
What’s the ideal duration for this type of video?
Social media reels: 15–60 seconds YouTube videos: 5–10 minutes (depending on content depth) Ads/Promos: 30 seconds – 1 minute
How many revisions are included in the editing process?
Typically, 2–3 revisions are included in most editing packages. Beyond that, additional revisions may incur extra costs.

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