Short-form video editing that stops the scroll
Gjethe edits short vertical videos for Instagram Reels, TikTok and YouTube Shorts: strong opening hooks, tight pacing, animated captions, music and sound effects, and platform-ready exports. We edit from your phone footage or cut clips from longer videos and podcasts, with batches delivered regularly and two rounds of revisions.
- Free first consultation
- Written quote for your project
- Flexible payment milestones
At a glance
- Platforms
- Reels, TikTok, YouTube Shorts
- Format
- 9:16 vertical
- Includes
- Hooks, captions, music, sound
- Source
- Phone footage or long-form clips
Definition
What is short-form video editing?
Short-form video editing is editing vertical videos, usually under a minute or two, for feeds like Reels, TikTok and Shorts, where viewers decide within seconds whether to keep watching.
Short-form video is the main way many brands and creators reach new people today. The format is unforgiving: viewers swipe away in an instant, most watch without sound, and every platform shows them something else the moment they lose interest. Editing makes the difference, a hook in the first second, no wasted frames, captions that carry the message and an ending that invites another watch or a follow.
Who is it for?
Creators and founders
Turning talking-to-camera footage into a consistent stream of posts.
Podcasters
Clips from each episode that bring new listeners to the full show.
Brands
Product, behind-the-scenes and educational shorts for organic social.
Local businesses
Restaurants, gyms and salons showing what it's like to visit.
What's included, and what you keep
What's included
- Hook selection and opening edit
- Tight cuts and jump cuts
- Animated captions styled to your brand
- Music and sound effects
- Zooms, punch-ins and simple motion
- B-roll and on-screen text
- Colour correction
- Audio clean-up
- Safe zones respected for platform buttons
- Clips selected from long-form videos
- Cover frames
- Two rounds of revisions per batch
What you receive
Handed over at the end. Yours to keep.
- Vertical videos ready to post
- Versions without captions or music on request
- Cover frames
- Caption and hashtag suggestions on request
- Reusable caption and graphic templates
What happens in the first seconds?
| Hook type | Example | Works for |
|---|---|---|
| Bold statement | “Most websites lose half their visitors before the page loads.” | Education and expertise |
| Question | “Why does your coffee taste bitter at home?” | Problem-solving content |
| Visual surprise | The finished result shown first | Transformations and products |
| Relatable moment | A familiar frustration acted out | Entertainment and brand personality |
| Direct promise | “Three ways to cut your energy bill.” | Lists and tips |
Turning long videos into many short ones
A single podcast episode, webinar or YouTube video often contains several moments that stand on their own: a strong opinion, a useful tip, a funny exchange, a clear answer to a common question. We find those moments, reframe them vertically to follow the speaker, add captions and a hook, and turn one recording into a batch of shorts.
This is one of the most efficient ways to stay consistent on short-form platforms without filming more. It also sends viewers back to the full content.
How to film for short-form editing
Simple phone footage works well if you follow a few rules.
- Film vertically, with the phone at eye level
- Face a window or soft light
- Use a clip-on microphone if you can
- Leave a second of silence before and after each take
- Record several versions of the opening line
- Shoot extra close-ups of products or hands for B-roll
Captions do more work than you think
Many people watch short videos with the sound off, and even those with sound on read along. Captions keep both groups following the message and help with accessibility for deaf and hard-of-hearing viewers.
We style captions to match your brand (font, colours, emphasis on key words) and keep them within the platforms' safe zones so likes, comments and descriptions don't cover them.
Building a recognisable short-form style
Viewers scroll past hundreds of videos a day. A consistent style (the same caption look, colour palette, sound cues and structure) helps your followers recognise your videos instantly, even before they see your name.
At the start we create a small style kit with you: caption design, title cards, transitions, end card and music mood. Every batch follows it, which also makes editing faster and your feed look coherent. We revisit the kit when results suggest a change.
How short-form video editing works, step by step
Every step has a clear output you can review. Timing is agreed in your quote.
- 1
Set the style
Captions, fonts, music mood and pacing agreed from your references.
- 2
Upload footage
Phone clips or long-form recordings shared in a folder.
- 3
Select moments
We pick the strongest hooks and clips, or follow your shortlist.
- 4
Edit the batch
Videos cut, captioned and finished in your template.
- 5
Review
You comment on the batch in one place.
- 6
Deliver
Final videos ready to post, with covers.
Tools, and what shapes your quote
Pricing is based on your project and agreed in your quote. These are the things that move it.
| Factor | Why it matters |
|---|---|
| Number of videos | Batches of many shorts cost less per video than single edits. |
| Editing style | Heavy motion graphics and effects take longer than clean cuts. |
| Source material | Finding clips in long recordings adds selection time. |
| Languages | Captions in several languages add work. |
| Platform versions | Different edits for each platform add time. |
| Area | Tools |
|---|---|
| Editing | Adobe Premiere Pro, CapCut, DaVinci Resolve |
| Captions and motion | After Effects, Premiere caption tools |
| Audio | licensed music libraries, Adobe Podcast enhance, iZotope RX |
| Review | Frame.io, Google Drive |
Common mistakes to avoid
What we see go wrong most often, and how a good project avoids it.
Slow openings
Logos, greetings and introductions in the first seconds lose viewers.
No captions
Many viewers watch muted. Without captions the message is lost.
Text in the wrong place
Captions hidden behind platform buttons are unreadable.
Unlicensed music
Commercial accounts can't use all trending music. Use tracks cleared for business use.
Posting irregularly
Short-form rewards consistency. Batch editing makes regular posting easier.
Frequently asked questions
How many short videos can you edit for us?
As many as you need, single videos or regular monthly batches. Batches are more efficient and keep the style consistent.
Can you make shorts from our podcast or YouTube videos?
Yes. We find the strongest moments, reframe them vertically, add captions and hooks, and deliver ready-to-post clips.
Can we use trending sounds?
Business accounts are often limited to music licensed for commercial use on each platform. We use cleared tracks and the platforms' commercial libraries.
Do you write captions and hashtags for posting?
On request. Our social media management service covers captions, hashtags and posting.
How does feedback work on a batch?
You review the whole batch on one private link and leave comments at exact moments; two rounds of revisions are included per batch.
Do the same videos work on TikTok, Reels and Shorts?
Mostly, yes. We keep text within all platforms' safe zones and can make small platform-specific variations.
Can you add our branding?
Yes. Captions, colours, fonts and end screens match your brand guidelines.
Is phone footage good enough?
Yes, for most short-form content. Good light and clear sound matter more than the camera.
Do you remove filler words and pauses?
Yes. We tighten speech by removing pauses, repeats and filler words while keeping it natural.
Can you create shorts from scratch without footage?
We can make text-, image- or animation-led shorts, or use licensed stock. Real footage of you or your product usually performs better.
Do you add sound effects?
Yes, subtle sound effects on cuts, text and transitions help pacing. We keep them in proportion so they support rather than distract.
How long should a short video be?
As long as it needs and no longer. Many strong shorts make one point quickly; longer ones work when the story keeps earning attention. We cut to the content rather than a fixed length.
Can you edit LinkedIn videos too?
Yes. LinkedIn supports vertical and square video; we adapt tone, captions and pacing for a professional audience.
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