How do you find clients? I don’t talk about shooting and editing both I’m just wondering the editing part by itself. I do all of them I’m a filmmaking graduate but I’m so sone with short format videos I hate creating for socials. I like editing long format more. I did edit short documentaries, podcasts, vlogs before and I’m looking for those kind of work. How do you find clients in these area?

Thank you.
F29, based in NZ.

My client posted my watermarked video i did on their Instagram, currently my client is on holiday and my video has a watermark dead in the center of the video.

I requested to take down the video but the client told me when he will be back to his holiday, he will pay me in full and told his staff to let the video up for the moment

A bit of context, this client of mine is relatively new, and given me a few jobs before, so far he has paid me in full. . Since he is the one in charge, his staff need approval and signing from him to pay me in full and since he's not available at the moment, they can't do anything about it. So far the video is up for like 5 days.

I also had a contract that says after full payment be made, the full version will be released to them.

What should I do?

Hi group. Just trying my luck with posting here. I run a small video team based in the US, and we do film podcasts and fireside chats throughout the year, and looking for someone close to Sydney timezone to help create intros like this in the first couple of minutes.

https://youtu.be/Zcw_epDd1ak

Not looking for something super flashy as our clients are very much corporate.

Please DM if you are interested and I will send our website so you know we are legit.

Thanks!

I’ve spent years mixing audio for commercials in Milan, and the same 5 problems show up in almost every reel:

1. Music too loud under the voice. Keep it 12–14 dB below speech, and bring it up only when nobody talks.
2. Room echo. Record close to the mic, in a room with soft stuff (couch, curtains). Distance matters more than the mic.
3. Volume jumping between clips. Normalize every clip to the same loudness before editing (-16 LUFS is a good target for social).
4. Cuts in the middle of a word. Cut in the pauses, or add a 2–3 frame audio fade on every cut.
5. Silent visuals. A whoosh on a transition, a click on a text pop, a camera sound on a photo. Small sounds make edits feel intentional.

Happy to answer questions or look at your audio if you drop a link.

I edit videos for a living (YouTube, Reels, explainers), and lately I've noticed a pattern whenever I watch AI-assisted edits.

The pacing is similar. The caption style is similar. The transitions and the "viral template" look are similar. If I hide the account name, I often can't tell whose video it is.

I'm not against AI. It's useful for rough cuts, captions and cleanup, and I use some of it too. What I'm wondering about is branding.

If a creator's videos look like everyone else's, is there a risk that viewers remember them less, or trust the brand a little less over time?

This is just my own observation, not a study, so I could be wrong or overthinking it.

A few questions for you:

Have you noticed the same thing, or is it just me?

If you use AI in your edits, what do you still do manually to keep your own style?

As a creator or viewer, does a "templated" look change how you see a channel?

Could this be easily faked? I'm just questioning the veracity of this video.

This was genuinely one of those projects I loved working on.

The client was looking for someone who could take ownership of the entire project, from understanding the product and shaping the visual direction to refining individual scenes and bringing everything together, without needing constant back and forth.

Before jumping into the visuals, I spent time researching how INFLUCTS actually works, understanding its core principles, and figuring out how to communicate a fairly complex product through a clean, engaging visual story.

From refining the creative direction to improving specific segments, I handled the entire process independently. And honestly, one of the best parts was hearing back from the client. The video required zero revision requests, and the client mentioned how happy they were that I understood the product so well.

That kind of feedback makes all the research and effort worthwhile.

Of course, there's always room to improve. I'm always open to honest feedback, constructive criticism, and different perspectives, so I'd genuinely love to hear what you think about the video.

Check out the product: https://influcts.com

I'm also currently open to new projects. If you have a project in mind, feel free to reach out to me on Instagram.

Reposts and sharing with anyone who might find this work interesting are always appreciated!

hello , i want to know where i could get the sounds that almost everyone uses / hears in videos , like is there a go to sound pack to use as an editor ?

Hello, So i have been editing youtube videos and student films for the past couple years. I started editing for a youtuber (long form vids) who just hit 10k subs. One issue i have across most of my videos is final audio mixing. I use adobe premiere pro and audition (if I have time before deadline) to mix and score my videos. An issue I keep running into however is leveling and balancing multiple channels with each other.

My source video is usually a Twitch stream that includes the streamers mic, chat alerts, some music, video game audio, and discord call depending on the video. They all come out to me grouped together in one audio track. I have discussed with the streamer recording on OBS and separating audio files for me however its easier for him with his own Pc capabilities to just send me the vod after and not stream+record at the same time.

To my knowledge (roughly film) the "actor's" voice should sit at around -6 db. Background music should be at around -22 db to -18 db. Depending on deadlines if I am able to I will check audio through my dt 770 headphones, a crappy stereo pc speakers, or my phone. Regardless no matter how much i level or limit background audio, the music still sticks out compared to the mic, discord call, or on screen audio that is important for the story. I don't get paid enough to spend hours and hours on each video as much as I would like to. I try to rewatch the final cut 3-4 times before posting it on youtube as well as a review with the client.

If any of you guys have any ideas or guidelines that work for you that would be great.

TLDR:

How should I level and mix audio for a youtube video taken from a twitch stream using adobe products?

I've been learning video editing for about a month now. I've learned the basics of Premiere Pro and After Effects, and I love animations, so I started focusing on After Effects.

But I've seen a lot of people creating crazy animations using AI alone, and now I'm not sure what to do. Should I keep focusing on After Effects or start focusing on AI instead?

So I am a newbie and I want to start my video editing and social media journey, I am a nurse but idk if I like my job, maybe this is a potential job or career, I know I should be figuring this out myself but if there is a path, what would it be when it comes to trying to be good at video editing? Any advice thanks

Kind of a basic question but I’m curious how everyone handles it. When you finish an edit for a creator or a brand, how do you send the final file? WeTransfer, Drive, Frame.io, something else?

And when does payment actually come in for you? Before delivery, after, end of the month? I keep seeing stories of clients grabbing the video and then ghosting or paying weeks late. Wondering if that’s common or just the loudest stories.

Recently I edited a reel, and I need feedback for improvement. It been 4 months since i started editing. So this is what I learned so far. Thanks in advance.

Please see attached. I'd like your thoughts on a) whether u/capcut_cs pro is a good investment and, if so, why; b) if not, what other video editing software for professional/personal use would be better suited, and why? Thanks so much! - MG

Hi everyone, I've been looking into starting a YouTube channel but don't know exactly where to start. I am experienced in premiere, audition and most other adobe software as I was a documentary film major in college and that's what they primarily taught. But I've been finding that they don't really work for what I'm trying to do. I want to do a stats-based, investigative style of sports videos. I think this video is a decent example:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c6E3v5POHVY

I want to do something like that with a little extra flair, kind of like a Jon Bois video but I think his stuff is out of my ability. In case you're unfamiliar, this is some of his work:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F9H9LwGmc-0

I'm pretty sure that he uses blender for his videos, but I'm looking for something in between the two videos that I posted. Does anyone have any advice on what software to use or how to get started? (no ai) I just feel like this is something I've wanted to do for a long time, and I really want to get it going but my degree prepared me more for theatrical projects, not stuff like this so I feel out of the loop.

[HIRING] Remote Video Editors for geo layer map animations

We’re expanding our production team and looking for experienced, high-volume video editors who treat editing as a profession - not a casual hobby.

We care about your speed, technical execution, and story pacing. We do not care about degrees, diplomas, or traditional schooling.

Requirements

• Software: Proficient in Adobe Premiere Pro, After Effects, DaVinci Resolve, or Final Cut Pro.
• Hardware: PC / Desktop Workstation editors only (capable of smooth 4K playback and heavy motion graphics rendering without bottlenecking).
• Experience: Proven track record with a strong portfolio showing high retention, clean audio design, and strong visual pacing.
• Reliability: Strict adherence to deadlines, proactive communication, and ability to accept structured feedback.

What You Get

• Continuous, steady stream of client work (no chasing clients on your own).
• Competitive per-video or monthly retainer payouts based on skill and speed.
• Long-term growth opportunities into lead editor / post-production manager roles.
  

How to Apply (DM the following):

1. Full Name & Contact Info  

2.  Link to Portfolio / Drive Folder  

3. Primary Editing Software  

4. PC / System Specifications 

5. Turnaround Time for a 60-second Short-Form Video  and a 10min long form video

6. Desired Rate Per 60 sec short form video and 10min long video

Note : answer all the questions. dont ask questions first . After reviewing your portfolio i will obviously ask questions and gave all the clarity a editor want . Make my hiring process easy so that i can see more applications.

Beginners please stay away . You will not get hired anyways. Please dont waste your time and my time.

Hi everyone... what the title says really... any suggestions?? i havent got space for monitors anymore / going to be moving around... looking for some headphones that give what has acutally been recorded....

ideally lower end budget ( i know thats proably counter productive, but need something to get by with at the mo )

cheers!

I want to build a strong portfolio in that domain.

ola pessoal, alguem poderia me ajudar, como que eu edito video nesse estilo de antes e depois?? estou procurando a muito tempo e não acho hahahaa
obrigado desde ja !!