Video editor working at a dark studio desk with multiple monitors

Edits engineered for retention.

I turn raw footage into videos that keep viewers watching with stronger hooks, sharper pacing, and platform-native polish.

120M+
Views Edited
+38%
Avg Retention Lift
90+
Projects Delivered
+38%
Retention Lift
2.4x
Watch Time
120M+
Views Edited
90+
Projects Delivered

Retention that doesn't drop off.

A typical edit loses the audience fast. Mine keeps the story alive with hook resets, pacing shifts, and cleaner payoffs.

Audience Retention Over Time

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100%
50%
Intro
Middle
End
+38%
Retention Lift
2.4x
Watch Time
120M+
Views Edited
90+
Projects Delivered

One sample of every editing style.

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YouTube
08:42

Storytelling Vlog

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Shorts
00:42

Hook-Heavy Short

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Ads
00:29

Product Launch Ad

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Shorts
00:57

Faceless Retention Edit

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YouTube
06:18

Authority Talking Head

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Reels
00:31

Travel Reel

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Editing that compounds.

Retention First

Every cut is made to keep viewers watching longer.

Story-Driven

I build a clean arc instead of stacking random clips.

Platform Native

Optimized for YouTube, Shorts, Reels, TikTok, and ads.

Creator-Focused

You get an editing partner who understands creator speed.

Simple process, powerful results.

A clear workflow from upload to final export, built for speed without losing taste.

1

Send Footage

Upload raw clips, notes, and goals in one simple brief.

2

Plan The Hook

I map pacing, structure, and retention beats before the cut.

3

Edit

The video gets shaped with clean rhythm, sound, and story.

4

Review

You receive a polished first draft with focused revision space.

5

Deliver

Final exports arrive platform-ready for posting and testing.

Trusted by creators and brands.

MH

Maya Hart

YouTuber [DEMO]

Ben's edits completely transformed my channel. Retention went up and the videos feel sharper.

DC

Daniel Cole

Entrepreneur [DEMO]

Fast, reliable, and incredibly talented. He understands exactly what performs.

SL

Sara Lin

Course creator [DEMO]

Clean edits, strong pacing, and real attention to viewer psychology.

Quick answers to common questions.

Not ready to talk? Send a raw clip.

Upload a short clip and I will reply with ideas, style direction, and a practical next step.

Your next video could be your best-performing one.

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