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I have a ten-minute, micro-budget visual poem that is picture-locked but not yet show-ready. The timeline already sits in Final Cut Pro with all clips arranged; what remains is the finesse that will let the film breathe. Top priority: two dissolve/morph transitions are still rough and need to feel completely seamless. Once those are refined, I’d like a light, natural-and-realistic grade to even out footage from two different cameras, plus a quick pass on the soundtrack, V.O, And nature sounds, for subtle hiss reduction and balanced levels. No restructuring of the story—just polish. I’m specifically looking for a female editor who can: • Open the existing project (Premiere or, if you prefer, round-trip into Resolve, on FCPX) • Smooth those two dissolves so they’re invisible • Apply a restrained, true-to-life color grade and export a LUT for reference • Clean dialogue-free ambience and music, retaining dynamics • Deliver the final 4K master (ProRes 422 or DNxHR HQ) and a smaller H.264 screener Acceptance is simple: if both transitions play without a hitch, the grade stays consistent shot-to-shot, and the audio peaks at –6 dB without noise, the project is done. The film is ready for you to download immediately; I can provide proxies or original media, your choice. Let’s give this short the final polish it deserves. Selected editor must agree to an IP Transfer/Work-for-Hire agreement to ensure 100% ownership remains with the production.
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Hello, We will refine your 10-minute visual poem by perfecting the two dissolve transitions, applying a subtle natural color grade, and polishing the audio to achieve a clean, cinematic final presentation. We have strong experience in Final Cut Pro, Premiere Pro, and DaVinci Resolve workflows, with a focus on seamless transitions, restrained grading, and professional audio balancing for narrative-driven films. What timeline would you prefer for the first polished version review? We will deliver a 4K ProRes master, H.264 screener, LUT reference, and fully refined audio mix, ensuring smooth storytelling without altering your original structure. Thanks
$750 USD in 5 days
6.9
6.9

Hello, Your project sounds beautifully focused, and I appreciate the clarity of the brief. I understand this is not about restructuring the film but about giving the final image and sound the subtle polish needed to make the visual poem fully immersive and exhibition-ready. My experience includes cinematic editing, color balancing, audio cleanup, transition refinement, and finishing workflows using Final Cut Pro, Premiere Pro, and DaVinci Resolve. I’m comfortable working with both proxy and original media and can round-trip between platforms if needed while maintaining project integrity. For your film, I would focus on making the two dissolve/morph transitions feel completely invisible, applying a restrained naturalistic grade to unify footage from both cameras, and performing a delicate audio pass for hiss reduction and balanced ambience while preserving dynamics and emotional texture. I can deliver the final 4K master in ProRes 422 or DNxHR HQ, H.264 screener exports, and LUT references as requested. I’m also comfortable signing an IP Transfer/Work-for-Hire agreement. Best regards, Aqsa
$500 USD in 7 days
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5.5

As a seasoned Video Editor with seven years of diverse experience, I believe I possess the skill set you're looking for in your search for a talented female editor. I've been responsible for creating visually mesmerizing pieces that capture and hold viewers' attention, which perfectly aligns with your desire to tell your story and evoking emotions through your short film. My expertise spans across all aspects of editing, from color grading to audio editing, to visual effects. Having worked on a range of projects including cinema, AI-generated videos, and social media content, I have honed my skills in maintaining consistency and creating smooth transitions - a key requirement for your dissolve/morph transitions. Additionally, my experience with multiple editing tools like Adobe Premiere Pro and After Effects gives me an edge in utilizing any software you're comfortable with. I am fully committed to collaborating with you to give that finishing touch your visual poem deserves while ensuring a seamless and enjoyable experience throughout our partnership. Rest assured, delivery will be timely without compromising on professional communication and consistent quality. Let’s create something breathtaking together!
$255 USD in 1 day
5.3
5.3

Hello! I am a skilled video editor and motion graphics designer with more than 7 years of experience creating polished, modern, engaging videos that align with your goals. I can bring your content to life with fantastic video editing and combine technical precision, creativity, and storytelling. I have experience with commercial video, cinematic, dynamic, and YouTube videos, documentaries, real estate, promotions and montage courses and tutorials, Green Screen, music videos, podcasts, fitness coaching, TikTok, Facebook, Instagram, travel vlogs, corporate, highlight reels, gaming, and short films, and more. I'm professionally trained in Adobe Premiere Pro, Adobe After Effects, DaVinci Resolve, and Adobe Audition. My approach includes professional video editing, adding footage, cutting & trimming, zooming in & out, smooth transitions, motion graphics, on-screen text, color correction & grading, cinematic & dynamic editing, subtitles, match audio & video, professional voice-over & music, SFX, audio enhancement, high-resolution (1080p or higher), and social media formats with commercial rights. I’d be happy to discuss your project further and align on the timeline and next steps. Looking forward to working together. Best regards, Rubab
$250 USD in 2 days
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4.9

Hi there, I am up for polishing your 10-minute visual poem in Final Cut Pro with seamless refinement of the two dissolve/morph transitions. I will apply a natural, true-to-life color grade, balance multi-camera footage, and export a clean LUT for reference. Audio cleanup will include hiss reduction, ambience balancing, and controlled dynamics. Final delivery in 4K ProRes 422 plus H.264 screener with smooth, consistent shot-to-shot finish. I specialize in video editing and motion graphics, I can bring creativity to every project. I have expertise in dynamic product animations, captivating logo animations, and immersive motion graphics, I ensure your concepts come to life with visually compelling narratives. You can view examples of my video editing and motion graphics work here: https://www.freelancer.com/u/allanashan99 Thanks & regards Shan.
$250 USD in 2 days
4.6
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I am ready to work at your project.i have a full staff with high quality work.i will fits all your needs.i am waiting for your message soon.i won a contest before for video enhancement and voice clarify whisper.
$500 USD in 7 days
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4.8

Hi there, Let’s hop on chat ASAP. I’m ready to jump into onboarding and start right away! I’d love to help shape your short film into a polished, emotionally engaging piece with strong storytelling, smooth pacing, clean cuts, and cinematic finishing that keeps viewers fully immersed. I understand how important timing, narrative flow, audio balance, and visual consistency are in film editing projects, especially for emotionally driven content. Similar short film editing projects on Freelancer and Upwork frequently emphasize storytelling, pacing, Premiere Pro/DaVinci workflows, and high-quality cinematic delivery. Could you share the approximate runtime of the short film and whether you already have a preferred editing style/reference film in mind? Also, will you need additional work like color grading, sound design, subtitles, or cinematic transitions included in the final edit? Talk soon, Anus
$300 USD in 5 days
4.6
4.6

Hi there, I'm set to enhance your picture-locked project with precise transition smoothing and subtle cinematic polish. I will refine the dissolves so they feel invisible, maintain a restrained color grade across all footage, and clean up V.O, music, and nature sound levels. Delivery will include a 4K master and lightweight export, ensuring clean audio peaks and a consistent visual tone throughout. I specialize in video editing and can make your clips look clean and professional. I can trim scenes, add smooth transitions, and use special effects to make your video look great and stand out. You can view my previous work here: https://www.freelancer.com/portfolio-items/9759013-promotional-and-engaging-video-ads Thanks & Regards, Humayo.
$250 USD in 2 days
3.8
3.8

Greetings! I am ready to start the project immediately and provide high-quality work. I have 8 years of professional experience in video editing and creation, and I have completed 350+ similar projects. You can check an example of one of those projects in my portfolio here: https://www.freelancer.com/u/Vsion2 I'm interested in discussing your project, If you have any questions or special requirements, please don’t hesitate to message me. I'd be pleased to have the chance to assist you further with your project Best Regards Alema Akter
$250 USD in 2 days
4.4
4.4

Hi! I see you're looking to polish up your visual poem, especially those transitions and audio levels. I get it,those little details can make a big difference. I can jump in right away and refine those dissolves, so they blend perfectly. I’ll also give the color a natural touch that keeps everything consistent across shots, plus clean up the audio to ensure it sounds great. I usually wrap these types of projects in about 3 days or less, so you won’t have to wait long. I've got solid experience editing with Final Cut Pro and DaVinci Resolve, so I’m comfortable with whatever you prefer. Quick thought: have you considered using a specific LUT for that color grade? It might help keep things cohesive across different camera footage. Let’s get your short film the finish it deserves! best regards Walled Saleem
$300 USD in 3 days
3.3
3.3

Hello, A visual poem depends on emotion, rhythm, and subtle detail, and the final polish is what allows those elements to truly connect with the audience. With experience in cinematic editing and post-production refinement, the film will be treated carefully without disturbing the story or pacing already established in your locked cut. The two dissolve/morph transitions will be refined until they feel completely seamless and natural. Alongside that, I will apply a soft, realistic color grade to balance footage from both cameras while preserving the organic look of the film. The soundtrack, voice-over, and ambient nature audio will also be cleaned and balanced professionally, keeping the dynamics intact while removing unwanted hiss and inconsistencies. You will receive a polished 4K master in ProRes 422 or DNxHR HQ, along with an H.264 screener and LUT reference. Let’s bring the film to its final, festival-ready form together. Thanks!!
$500 USD in 7 days
3.9
3.9

⭐ I handled a similar project ⭐, Happy to show you what works before you commit. A visual poem was refined by enhancing transitions and balancing color across footage from multiple cameras. This project aligns closely with experience in seamless dissolve edits, natural color grading, and subtle sound polishing. Key aspects such as smooth transitions and consistent grade are crucial to delivering a polished final film. Specializing in editing with a focus on performance and security, the work ensures a clean, professional finish and a polished user experience. Please feel free to reach out to discuss your project; worst case, you walk away with a free consultation and a clearer understanding of your project. Kind regards, Curtley
$450 USD in 14 days
2.6
2.6

A project like this works best when the focus stays strictly on refining what’s already locked, so nothing shifts in structure while the film gets its final polish. I’d open the existing timeline as-is and first tighten the two dissolve/morph transitions so they feel seamless in motion and timing, matching exposure and movement between shots so the cuts disappear rather than stand out. Once that’s stable, I’d apply a subtle, natural grade to unify both camera sources without pushing the look into anything stylized, keeping consistency shot-to-shot. The audio would get a light clean-up pass—reducing hiss, balancing ambience, music, and V.O so levels sit cleanly without flattening the dynamics or atmosphere of the piece. The intent is just clarity and control, not redesign. Final delivery would be a 4K master plus a smaller review file, with everything kept clean and ready for handover. Are you currently leaning toward any specific reference look for the grade, or should I match it purely to the existing tone of the film??
$500 USD in 7 days
2.0
2.0

Hi, I would love to help. I have read the details you shared and I understand the outcome you want. I am an experienced and specialized freelancer with 5 years of practical experience in Video Editing. See a range of projects and real reviews to feel confident. Check my latest work and reviews at https://www.freelancer.com/u/wadiasg If you like my approach, please connect in chat. Thanks, Wadia S
$250 USD in 7 days
1.6
1.6

Thank you for considering me to finesse your visual poem. My approach is structured and reliable, focused on delivering precise results with smooth communication. I can start immediately, ensure a clean handover, and offer insights even if you choose another editor. What is your highest priority issue with the project right now? Kind regards, Melissa Pringle
$400 USD in 7 days
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0.0

Micro-budget visual poems usually succeed or fail in the final polish stage. When the pacing and structure are already locked, small details like seamless dissolves, balanced ambience, and natural grading become the difference between something that simply plays and something that truly feels immersive. What stood out to me in your project is the restraint you’re aiming for. A natural, realistic finish is often harder to achieve than heavy stylization because every transition, sound layer, and color inconsistency becomes much more noticeable when the goal is subtlety. I’m comfortable working with Final Cut Pro workflows as well as Resolve round-tripping for grading and finishing. I’ve worked on projects involving clean transition refinement, audio balancing, hiss reduction, subtle ambience cleanup, and maintaining consistent visual tone across footage captured on different cameras. For projects like this, I focus heavily on invisible polish rather than flashy editing choices. The dissolves need to disappear into the emotional rhythm of the film, and the grade should unify the footage without drawing attention to itself. I’m also comfortable delivering organized exports, LUT references, high-quality masters, and working within structured delivery requirements like work-for-hire/IP transfer agreements. Does the visual poem lean more toward soft organic textures and warmth, or are you aiming for a cooler and more restrained cinematic tone throughout the grade?
$500 USD in 7 days
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Saima Qaisar — professional video editor experienced in cinematic polishing, seamless transitions, natural color grading, and refined audio finishing. Sir, I understand the requirement clearly. Your film structure is already locked, and the focus now is on subtle finishing work — especially refining the two dissolve/morph transitions so they feel completely invisible, balancing footage from multiple cameras, and polishing the ambient soundtrack while preserving the emotional tone of the piece. I can work within your existing workflow, apply a restrained cinematic grade, smooth the transitions naturally, clean the audio carefully without over-processing, and deliver properly exported masters ready for screening. I’m also comfortable working under an IP Transfer/Work-for-Hire agreement to ensure full ownership remains with your production. Thank you, Sir.
$510 USD in 1 day
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Hi, I’d love to polish this film and bring it to final delivery quality. Your project already has the hard part finished — now it just needs the invisible finishing touches that make a short truly feel complete. ?️ What I can do: • Refine the 2 dissolve/morph transitions until they feel fully seamless • Apply a restrained cinematic grade that naturally matches both cameras • Clean and balance ambience, VO, and nature audio while preserving dynamics • Deliver: ▸ 4K ProRes 422 / DNxHR HQ master ▸ Optimized H.264 screener ▸ Reference LUT export ⚡ Workflow: • Can work directly in FCPX, Premiere, or Resolve round-trip • Comfortable with proxies or original media • Fast communication + organized delivery ? Final delivery standards: ✔ Smooth invisible transitions ✔ Consistent shot-to-shot color ✔ Clean balanced audio peaking around –6 dB ✔ Festival-ready export quality ✍️ Happy to sign IP Transfer / Work-for-Hire agreement ensuring full ownership remains with production. This sounds like a beautiful visual poem — I’d love to help give it the final breath and polish it deserves.
$350 USD in 2 days
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I’ve reviewed your project and understand you’re looking for a female editor to refine your ten-minute visual poem. The existing project in Final Cut Pro needs seamless dissolve/morph transitions, color grading, and audio polishing without altering the storyline. My background in visual storytelling, particularly with projects requiring finesse and attention to detail, equips me to provide the seamless transitions and natural color grade you’re seeking. I focus on delivering a polished final product, ensuring the transitions are invisible, maintaining consistent shot colors, and balancing audio effectively. Once the project is polished, I can export both the master file and the screener in the required formats. What specific aesthetics are you aiming for in the final color grade? Best regards,
$250 USD in 5 days
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Hello! I’m Lily Brook, a detail-oriented editor with experience refining micro-budget, picture-locked films. I specialize in subtle, seamless polishing that lets a project breathe without altering its story. I can smooth your two rough dissolves so they feel invisible, apply a natural and consistent color grade across both cameras, and cleanly balance ambience, music, and V.O., keeping dynamics intact while reducing hiss. I work efficiently in FCPX, Premiere, or via round-trip to Resolve, and I can deliver both a 4K ProRes/DNxHR master and an H.264 screener. I understand the importance of IP agreements and respect complete creative ownership. My goal is to give your visual poem the final finesse it deserves while maintaining its intimate, lyrical feel. I’m ready to start immediately and ensure a polished, professional finish.
$300 USD in 3 days
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