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Mahmoud A.

YouTube Video Editor | Storytelling & Retention Specialist

🎬 Cinematic YouTube Video Editor | Storytelling & Retention Specialist Most videos don’t fail because of bad footage… they fail because they lose attention. That’s where I come in. I’m a professional video editor & motion designer with 3+ years of experience helping YouTube channels turn ideas into high-retention, story-driven content that keeps viewers watching. I specialize in: ✔️ YouTube videos (Documentary, War, News, Educational) ✔️ Cinematic storytelling & pacing ✔️ Hook-driven editing (first 5 seconds = everything) ✔️ Map animations (GeoLayers) for war & geopolitical content ✔️ Subtitles, sound design, and visual engagement techniques I’ve worked with digital agencies and global content creators, producing videos designed not just to look good — but to perform. 💡 My approach is simple: Every cut, zoom, and sound effect is there for one reason — to increase retention and keep the viewer engaged. If you’re looking for: A fast editor ❌ A cheap editor ❌ But instead: Someone who understands YouTube psychology Someone who can turn your script into a compelling story Someone who edits with strategy, not just style Then we’ll work great together.

🇵🇸Gaza, Palestinian Territories$30/hr100% JSS5.00 (6)Since Dec 2022
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Earnings and projects

MRR
$0

Last 6 months ÷ 6

World#259,781 / 412k
🇵🇸Country#383 / 676
Revenue, last 30 days
$0
Total earnings
$4.7k

Billed in all: $4.7k

World#259,781 / 412k
🇵🇸Country#383 / 676
Per project
$472
Projects, last 6 months
0

Across 1 contracts

100% fixed0% hourly
World#209,850 / 412k
🇵🇸Country#272 / 676
Projects in all
10

Across 11 contracts

91% fixed9% hourly
World#201,797 / 412k
🇵🇸Country#367 / 676

Earnings, last 30 days

$4.7kNothing earned in the last 30 daysBilled in all, before Upwork's fee · drag across the chart to see what was earned in any stretch
$4,650$4,700$4,750$4,800Oct 7Oct 22Nov 6

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