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Pedro Marinho

Cinematic Video Editor for Brands & Creators, Dynamic Motion

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This was a personal branding video for a client on Contra, the goal was simple introduce who she is and what she does, but in a way that actually felt like her. For the color I went with cinematic warm colors to keep it feeling personal and approachable, find the right sound was probably my favorite part I layered some subtle background music that matched her energy, upbeat but not overwhelming, so the emotion could still come through naturally. The captions I kept clean and minimal, timed to how she speaks so it never feels rushed. And for the effects I kept it light, a few smooth transitions and some simple text animations, nothing that takes the attention away from her. Overall it was a fun project to work on, when the vibe of the person matches the edit, it just flows.
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Music is important. More than people think. I don't just pick a song, I search for it, sometimes for hours, because the right track doesn't just fit the video, it changes it, It makes you feel something you didn't expect to feel. That's what I'm always chasing. This video started with the filming, already had a feeling, didn't have the words for it yet, found the music first, then everything else started to make sense, the cuts, the pacing, the story, It all connected. I also tried something new here, used AI voice to narrate, wanted to see how far I could push the polish, make it feel more complete, still exploring that, still figuring out what it can become. But that's kind of the whole thing with editing, you're always figuring it out. You match, you adjust, you feel your way through it until suddenly it clicks. Sound shapes emotion and emotion is the whole point.
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This is what happens when you hand a camera to someone who knows how to tell stories. Shot on location, color graded to match the mood, every transition timed to the feeling, not just the beat. This is not just editing. This is visual storytelling!
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Should I start posting on TikTok? I've been doing this videos to show my skills on editing and trying new things along the way but I kinda started like a lot making this!! what are you think?
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I made this for those ones they are afraid to show up for them, to film in public like me, even when you have anxiety and stress, and English is not native language, you want to try it! Of course that being said, I want to show, the work I've made, since sound design, color grading and transitions, this is what I really do turn everything cinematic and to keep the viewer watching!! I hope you enjoy it!!
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This video is more than a message, it is an experience built frame by frame. The theme is simple but powerful never give up and every single technical decision was made to fell it. The transitions tell the story on their own, nothing was placed by accident. The captions appear like thoughts forming in real time, words that arrive slowly, because some things need time to be said. The warm and intense color grade was a deliberate choice, that leave a mark just like the message. If this is the level of detail and intention you want in your next project, my work speaks for itself. Let's create something that hits.
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I want to reach clients in contra, being video editor I never being on a paid job before but I always like a work hard to great content! I create this video about never give up even when everything it's upside down, I want to know your opinion, about what you like, what I can get better and if I need to add something, give me your's advices to grow up here!!
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This project was all about creating engaging content for a public audience, just pure storytelling and visual impact. I handled the full editing process in DaVinci Resolve, delivering a polished horizontal video built for social media. Every detail was intentional, from the smooth transitions that keep the pacing alive, to the sound effects that add just the right feel to each moment, and a color grade that gives the whole piece a clean, cohesive look. What I brought to the table Seamless transitions for a smooth, engaging flow Sound effects placed to enhance the mood naturally Color grading for a polished, professional finish Horizontal format optimized for social media I also work with CapCut when the project calls for it If you need video content that actually stops the scroll, let's talk.
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I shape the mood and emotion of a video through color. Color grading is more than adjustment, it’s precision and intention. I correct exposure and white balance, create visual consistency, enhance natural skin tones, and design a distinct visual atmosphere tailored to your story. I carefully shape shadows, midtones, and highlights to guide the viewer’s attention, not to blend in, but to create visuals that feel cinematic. I don’t just edit footage. I craft a look that feels like film.
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I always walk with my camera, I film this video to show how I'm becoming good on color grading! leave a comment to get better!
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