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Samuel U.

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Video Editor

Nigeria$5,500/mo

Notable Highlight

Senior video editor with 10+ years of experience producing broadcast content for Multichoice Africa (DStv, GoTV) and scaling e-commerce video campaigns across US, UK, and EU markets. Specialized in TikTok UGC ads, YouTube content, and fast-turnaround editing with 24–72-hour deadlines.

Experience Summary

5 years of video editing experience focused on DTC brands and paid social creative. Worked across agencies and in-house teams supporting fashion, health, wellness, and pet brands. Extensive experience creating performance-driven ads for Meta, TikTok, YouTube Shorts, and Snapchat, with a strong focus on direct-response marketing, conversion-oriented creative, and high-volume content production. Supported TikTok Shop initiatives and UGC-heavy workflows while collaborating with media buyers and creative teams to iterate on winning concepts.

Key Achievements

* Edited and scaled paid social creatives that generated over M in ad spend across multiple campaigns for brands including Javi and Perdium Fig. * Produced high-volume creative output, creating up to 70 ads per month for TikTok Shop and DTC campaigns while maintaining a conversion-focused approach.

Skills

Adobe Premiere ProAfter EffectsDaVinci ResolvePhotoshopAI Editing ToolsSocial Media VideoTikTokInstagram ReelsYouTube ShortsSnapchatShort-Form EditingPaid Social AdsMotion GraphicsUGC Editing

Work Experience

Freelance Video Editor

UC · Remote · 2021 – Present

  • Supervise a team of scriptwriters, voiceover actors (USA/UK/Canadian Male), video editors, and thumbnail designers.
  • Edit YouTube videos, real estate ads, and other content with focus on CTR and retention rates.
  • Insert dialogue, sound effects, music, graphics, and special effects with excellent audio and video syncing.

Video Editor

JCU · Remote · Aug 2024 – Present

  • Edit and produce engaging, high-quality video content for Javy Coffee's DTC and e-commerce platforms.
  • Collaborate with the marketing team to understand project requirements and deliver creative video solutions.
  • Create video ads, social media content, product demonstrations, and promotional materials.
  • Ensure all video content aligns with Javy Coffee's brand guidelines and messaging.
  • Manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines consistently.
  • Implement feedback and make revisions in a timely manner.
  • Stay up-to-date with the latest trends in video editing and e-commerce marketing.

Video Editor

PFU · Remote · Oct 2023 – Oct 2025

  • Edit and assemble raw footage into polished, cohesive, and engaging video content.
  • Collaborate with the creative team to understand project requirements, objectives, and target audience.
  • Ensure seamless flow of visual and audio elements, including transitions, color correction, sound mixing, and effects.
  • Incorporate motion graphics, titles, and animations to enhance the storytelling process.
  • Select and integrate suitable music and sound effects to complement the visuals.
  • Manage and organize project files, maintaining an efficient and organized workflow.
  • Brainstorm and contribute innovative ideas for video content with the team.

Video Editor

TV(U · Remote · May 2023 – Dec 2023

  • Edit UGC content for TikTok ads across multiple brands.
  • Add captions and create engaging content for body-building and perfume brands.
  • Consistently refine and review ads, developing hooks and ideas to stay on top of market trends.
  • Ensure video content meets brand guidelines and adheres to desired tone, script, and style.
  • Edit content that does not look like traditional ads.

Video Editor

PBU · Remote · Mar 2023 – May 2023

  • Edit UGC content for TikTok ads.
  • Add captions and develop hooks and ideas to stay current with market trends.
  • Ensure video content meets brand guidelines and adheres to desired tone, script, and style of the creative director.
  • Edit content that does not look like traditional ads.

Video Editor

SSU · Remote · Feb 2023 – Present

  • Edit internal company ads for pet stores serving four market locations (US, Germany, Netherlands, and Poland).
  • Add captions and refine ads with hooks and ideas to stay on top of market trends.
  • Ensure video content meets brand guidelines and adheres to desired tone, script, and style of the creative director/strategist.
  • Complete assigned tasks within 24-hour deadlines.

Assistant Video Editor

BAL · Remote · May 2022 – Mar 2023

  • Edit client and internal company reels.
  • Create mid-level ad animations requested by the creative team.
  • Add captions and find new video and animation ideas to incorporate into creative work regularly.
  • Consistently refine and improve skills and ideas to stay on top of trends and produce innovative, high-quality creative while maintaining organic and authentic feel.
  • Ensure video content meets brand guidelines and adheres to desired tone and style.
  • Complete assigned tasks within 24–72 hour deadlines.

Senior Video Editor

KEU · Uyo · Nov 2020 – 2021

  • Edit documentaries, montages, promo ads, announcements, TV shows, and interviews.

Senior Associate/SM Advertising

TC · Lagos · Mar 2016 – Present

  • Manage Facebook, Instagram, Google Ad, YouTube Ad, and Twitter advertising campaigns.
  • Create content and conduct videography.
  • Analyze ad performance and target groups, and interact with clients.

Senior Video Editor and Content Creation

RFMU · Uyo · Mar 2016 – Aug 2019

  • Produce TV broadcast content for Multichoice Africa (DStv, GoTV, Multichoice Africa).
  • Create video jingles, 3D book adverts, announcements, documentaries, montages, ads, TV shows, and livestreams on Facebook and YouTube.
  • Serve as Studio Manager 2 and Set Manager; manage post-production.
  • Operate livestream, video mixer/switcher during live broadcasts.

Assistant Editor 1

AML · Lagos · Jul 2014 – Mar 2016

  • Edit music videos, weddings, movies, talent shows, and documentaries.
  • Manage studio operations.

Head, Livestreaming Unit

GU · Uyo · Apr 2013 – Present

  • Reduce bottlenecks by implementing standardized equipment maintenance schedules and processes.
  • Evaluate training needs and conduct performance reviews to drive staff development.
  • Manage daily operations and monitor activities to guarantee compliance with SOPs.
  • Coordinate and supervise team member activities to consistently meet on-air production needs.

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