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Sofoniyas E.

Sofoniyas E.

2D Animator & Stickman Explainer Specialist | Documentary Video Editor

Hi, I’m Sofoniyas, a full-time video editor and 2D animator dedicated to building high-retention documentary videos, minimalist whiteboard explainers, and clean motion-graphics content. I help YouTube creators and professional brands transform scripts into visually powerful narratives that maximize audience engagement and drive click-through rates. As the unseen creative engine behind highly successful YouTube content, I have single-handedly produced 80+ 2D explainer and whiteboard videos for various channels. I manage the entire production pipeline, from storyboard and flat vector animation to cinematic editing and final delivery. My expertise lies in simplifying complex ideas, optimizing visual hierarchy, and creating a narrative flow that keeps audiences hooked from the first second. I specialize in both minimalist 2D aesthetics and deep-dive documentary editing, bringing a sharp, analytical approach to every project. 🎬 What I Do Best 2D, Whiteboard & Minimalist Animation Custom stick-figure explainers and clean flat vector art Whiteboard educational videos and fully animated scenes Corporate and financial storytelling (ideal for consulting, business crises, or investment narratives) End-to-end production: Script → storyboard → animation → final video 📈 YouTube Documentary Editing Cinematic, slow-paced storytelling with strong visual hooks Retention-focused pacing and engagement analysis Clean B-roll sequences and immersive sound design Faith, philosophy, self-help, business, and history niches 🗺️ Map & History Animation Advanced map animations using GEOlayers 3 (After Effects) Historical battles, timelines, and territorial expansion maps Animated diagrams and data-driven visual explanations ❗Why Clients Work With Me❗ Full-time dedication: I am a dedicated editor and creative strategist. Growth-focused: Deep understanding of YouTube analytics, thumbnail optimization, and visual hierarchy to boost CTR. Proven reliability: Strict adherence to deadlines and seamless communication. Narrative clarity: The ability to transform dense scripts into viewer-friendly, immersive visuals. 📩 DM me and let’s talk what you looking for.

🇪🇹Addis Ababa, Ethiopia$7/hr40% JSS4.96 (2)Since Feb 2026

Earnings and projects

MRR
$858

Last 6 months ÷ 6

World#54,858 / 412k
🇪🇹Country#171 / 1,609
Revenue, last 30 days
$385

Last 6 months: $5.1k

World#69,321 / 412k
🇪🇹Country#280 / 1,609
Total earnings
$5.2k

Billed in all: $5.2k

World#250,689 / 412k
🇪🇹Country#734 / 1,609
Per project
$748

$735 in the last 6 months

World#147,141 / 412k
🇪🇹Country#535 / 1,609
Projects, last 6 months
7
100% fixed0% hourly
World#28,826 / 412k
🇪🇹Country#114 / 1,609
Projects in all
7
100% fixed0% hourly
World#236,188 / 412k
🇪🇹Country#833 / 1,609

Earnings, last 30 days

$5.2k+$385 earned in the last 30 daysBilled in all, before Upwork's fee · drag across the chart to see what was earned in any stretch
$4.8k$5.0k$5.2k$5.4kOct 8Oct 23Nov 7

Skill rankings: Top 7% in History

Ranked by MRR among everyone on Upwork with the skill.

  1. #31History465 freelancers · 🇪🇹 #1Top 7%
  2. #69Whiteboard Animation781 freelancers · 🇪🇹 #1Top 9%
  3. #74Documentary Video669 freelancers · 🇪🇹 #2Top 11%
  4. #104Documentary1,177 freelancers · 🇪🇹 #1Top 9%
  5. #152Sound Design1,381 freelancers · 🇪🇹 #1Top 11%
  6. #157Animated Explainer1,195 freelancers · 🇪🇹 #1Top 13%
  7. #185Video Intro & Outro2,072 freelancers · 🇪🇹 #1Top 9%
  8. #330TikTok Video2,536 freelancers · 🇪🇹 #2Top 13%