Dotun A.

In my most recent projects, I’ve handled long-form and short-form video editing, storytelling, motion graphics, sound design, and platform-specific content optimization across YouTube, TikTok, and Instagram, contributing to 3.3M+ views, 7.9M+ interactions, and 10K+ subscribers gained across multiple channels and campaigns. I'm a YouTube video editor with 8+ years of experience helping channels grow through cinematic, story-driven editing. I specialize in documentary-style content and Podcast niche videos, two of the most competitive and highest-retention formats on YouTube. 📈Here's what I've delivered for clients: Generated 3.3M+ total YouTube views across documentary, instructional, fitness and entertaimnent content Generated 7.9M+ total interactions across multiple channels Maintained 3+ year client relationships with a 100% five-star review record on Upwork 📑How I work: 1. Story First Before I touch the timeline, I analyze the script and structure. Most retention problems start here, not in the edit. 2. Hook Engineering I rebuild every video's first 30 to 45 seconds to maximize click-through and stop the scroll. This is where most editors are lazy. I'm not. 3. Pacing Architecture I structure cuts, B-roll, music, and pattern interrupts around real audience drop-off behavior, not just what looks good. 4. Cinematic Finishing Color grading, sound design, motion graphics, and transitions, all matched to your channel's tone and target audience. 5. Performance-Aware Delivery Every edit is reviewed against YouTube retention benchmarks before delivery. You don't just get a file. You get a video built to perform. 🎞️What I work on: Documentary-style YouTube videos: History, Business, Mystery, True Crime Educational and Instructional videos, especially for audiences 50+ Faceless YouTube automation channels Talking head videos with motion graphics E-commerce and product ads ⚙️Tools: DaVinci Resolve | Adobe Premiere Pro | After Effects | Higgsfield ❓Who I work best with: Serious YouTube creators and channel owners who care about growth, not just output. Clients who want a long-term editor, not a one-off freelancer. International brands and agencies building content systems at scale. I don't do rushed, cheap, or low-effort work. If you want someone who treats your channel like it's their own, let's talk. 🎯Ready to grow your channel? Send me a message with your channel link. I'll give you an honest breakdown of what's holding back your retention within 24 hours, no cost. 📞Or book a free 15-minute Zoom strategy call directly. Dotun A.