Michael B.

I'm a professional video editor and filmmaker with nearly 20 years of experience bringing stories to life through cinematic editing, creative direction, and post-production. I've directed four feature films released to audiences worldwide, including Peaks and Valleys, which has over 8 million views on YouTube alone. From feature-length storytelling to commercial campaigns and AI-assisted productions, I bring a director's understanding of pacing, performance, emotion, and visual storytelling to every project. WHAT I CAN HELP YOU CREATE 🎬 Film & Documentary Editing Feature films, short films, documentaries, docuseries, interviews, and narrative-driven projects. I specialize in finding the strongest story within the footage, shaping compelling scenes, and creating an emotional connection with audiences. 🎬 Cinematic Trailers & Promotional Videos Movie trailers, book trailers, teasers, sizzle reels, commercials, and branded content. I build anticipation through careful pacing, music, sound design, and visuals that capture attention without giving everything away. 🎬 AI-Assisted Cinematic Production AI-generated cinematic sequences, book trailers, promotional videos, and creative visual storytelling. I combine AI production tools with traditional filmmaking techniques, providing creative direction, editing, sound design, and finishing to create cohesive, professional results. 🎬 YouTube & Digital Content Long-form YouTube videos, documentary-style episodes, entertainment content, and short-form social videos. I've previously managed post-production for three successful YouTube series that collectively averaged over 1.5 million monthly views. WHY WORK WITH ME? A Filmmaker's Perspective I've directed and edited feature films, so I understand storytelling beyond the timeline—performance, continuity, structure, and how every creative decision affects the finished piece. Professional Post-Production Adobe Premiere Pro, After Effects, color correction, sound design, music editing, motion graphics, and professional finishing. Creative Collaboration My experience as a filmmaking instructor and editor mentor has strengthened my ability to communicate, solve problems, and collaborate effectively with clients and creative teams. EXPERIENCE & CREDIBILITY • Four directed feature films with worldwide digital distribution • Peaks and Valleys — 8.3M+ YouTube views • Former editor for YouTube series averaging 1.5M+ monthly views collectively • Selected clients and collaborators: Costco, Mother Goose Club, Gillian Perkins, and House of Chiro / Animal Cracker • Top Rated Upwork freelancer with consistently positive client feedback LET'S WORK TOGETHER Whether you're developing a film, building a documentary, creating a cinematic trailer, or exploring AI-assisted video production, I can help turn your footage, script, or concept into a polished finished product. Tell me about your project, your goals, and what you already have available. I'll help you determine the best approach to bring it to life.