Freelance video editor · Top Rated on Upwork
Freelance video editor for reels, shorts and ads.
I'm Ibrahim Manzar, a freelance video editor and content marketer. I turn raw footage into short-form videos that hook in the first second, hold attention and get people to act, for 200+ brands so far.
- 200+clients served
- 5+ yrsmaking content
- 100%Upwork job success
- Top Ratedon Upwork
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What I edit
- Instagram Reels and TikToksVertical edits with strong hooks, captions, sound design and pacing made for the feed.
- YouTube Shorts and long-formShorts cut from your long videos, plus full YouTube edits with b-roll, titles and chapters.
- Video adsPaid social ads for Meta, built around one clear offer, with versions to test against each other.
- Brand and personal brand reelsFounder videos, talking heads, product reels and behind-the-scenes content.
- Cinematic editsTravel, car and event edits with match cuts, speed ramps and slow motion, cut to music.
- Every format9:16 for Reels, TikTok and Shorts, 1:1 and 4:5 for the feed, 16:9 for YouTube.
How it works
- Free call. We talk about your brand, your audience and what the videos need to do.
- Send your footage. Share raw clips through Google Drive, Dropbox or WeTransfer, with any references you like.
- First cut. I edit the first version, with the hook, captions, music and graphics in place.
- Revisions and delivery. You give feedback, I refine it, and you get final files ready to post in every format you need.
Tools I use
Adobe Premiere Pro, CapCut and Photoshop for editing and graphics, ElevenLabs for voiceovers, and AI video tools like Veo 3, Higgsfield and Seedance when a shot doesn't exist yet. See my AI content creation page for more on that.
Why brands hire me
- A marketer who editsI've spent five years learning why people stop scrolling. Every cut, hook and caption is there to get attention and sell, not just to look nice.
- Proven with 200+ clientsRestaurants, home services, skincare and fragrance labels, coworking spaces, collectibles and startups across the US, UK and UAE.
- Top Rated on Upwork100% Job Success, built one project at a time. You can read every review before we talk.
- Remote and easy to work withBased in Lahore, Pakistan, working with clients in US, UK and UAE time zones over email and video calls.
“He took the time to learn our brand and produced relevant content. He took our social media game to the next level.”
Tom Barrans, Owner of SuiteBox
Frequently asked questions
What kind of videos do you edit?
Mostly short-form: Instagram Reels, TikToks, YouTube Shorts and video ads for Meta. I also edit YouTube videos, personal brand content and cinematic travel or car edits.
Can I send you raw footage to edit?
Yes. Send your clips through Google Drive, Dropbox or WeTransfer and I'll handle the cut, captions, music, sound design and graphics.
Can you edit one video for TikTok, Reels and Shorts?
Yes. I deliver the formats each platform needs, usually 9:16 for TikTok, Reels and Shorts, plus 1:1, 4:5 or 16:9 versions when you need them.
Do you also write hooks and scripts?
Yes. As a content marketer I can plan the hook, structure and call to action before editing, so the video is built to perform, not just to look good.
How much does a freelance video editor cost?
It depends on the length, the number of videos and how much footage there is. Book a free call or message me on Upwork and I'll send a clear quote for your project.
Where are you based?
I'm based in Lahore, Pakistan, and work remotely with brands in the US, UK, UAE and elsewhere.
Other ways I can help
- AI content creationAI visuals, video ads and voiceovers
- Social media contentPosts, reels, captions and ads
- GetX MarketingMy agency, for content and ads at scale
Need a video editor who thinks like a marketer?
Book a free 30-minute call. We'll look at your brand together and plan your next month of content.