Jawad Z.

🏅 Among the Top 1% of Video Editors on Upwork 🌍 Delivered millions of views for clients across 30+ countries 📈 Grew and currently running multiple successful YouTube channels of my own. I am a Top Rated video editor obsessed with crafting highly engaging, high retention video content. I edit faceless YouTube videos that keep people watching documentary, true crime, history, and video essays built strictly for retention and watch time, not just visual polish. Because I run multiple channels myself, I understand the YouTube algorithm, audience psychology, and pacing from an active creator’s perspective. Over the past 5+ years, I’ve delivered hundreds of long form edits for channels including Daily Kickoff and Wonders, with videos consistently reaching 100K+ to 500K+ views. What I Specialize In: Faceless Long-Form Editing: High impact pacing, narrative structuring, and targeted B roll sourcing for true crime, history, and video essays. Motion Graphics & 3D Maps: Kinetic typography, archival photo animation, 3D map trajectories, and custom document reveals in After Effects. Complete Sound Design: Atmospheric scoring, impact SFX, risers, and crystal-clear voice-over sync. Cinematic Color & Look: Pro color grading and visual treatments to give documentary footage a premium finish. Viral Short-Form Repurposing: High energy YouTube Shorts and vertical cuts tailored for multi platform reach. Primary Toolkit: Adobe Premiere Pro (Editing & Pacing) Adobe After Effects (Motion Graphics & 3D Maps) DaVinci Resolve (Color Grading) Adobe Audition (Audio Clean-up & Mix) Adobe Photoshop (Thumbnail Support & Asset Prep) What You Get: Reliable turnarounds designed for high-frequency upload schedules. Edits tailored to match your channel's unique tone and visual pacing. Direct, responsive communication and seamless revisions. Have a project or an ongoing channel that needs a dependable, high retention editor? Hit the Invite or Message button above and let's talk about your goals!