I am a versatile video editor and motion designer with 5+ years of experience creating engaging long-form and short-form content for brands, coaches, and entrepreneurs. I specialize in After Effects, Premiere Pro, and motion graphics, with a keen eye for storytelling, pacing, and attention-grabbing visuals. I edit podcasts, YouTube shows, reels, and ads to drive growth, increase authority, and boost engagement. I'm passionate about building long-term relationships with clients and transforming raw footage into high-quality, audience-focused content.

Cyrus Essi

I am a versatile video editor and motion designer with 5+ years of experience creating engaging long-form and short-form content for brands, coaches, and entrepreneurs. I specialize in After Effects, Premiere Pro, and motion graphics, with a keen eye for storytelling, pacing, and attention-grabbing visuals. I edit podcasts, YouTube shows, reels, and ads to drive growth, increase authority, and boost engagement. I'm passionate about building long-term relationships with clients and transforming raw footage into high-quality, audience-focused content.

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I am a versatile video editor and motion designer with 5+ years of experience creating engaging long-form and short-form content for brands, coaches, and entrepreneurs.

I specialize in After Effects, Premiere Pro, and motion graphics, with a keen eye for storytelling, pacing, and attention-grabbing visuals. I edit podcasts, YouTube shows, reels, and ads to drive growth, increase authority, and boost engagement. I’m passionate about building long-term relationships with clients and transforming raw footage into high-quality, audience-focused content.

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Language

German
Fluent
English
Fluent
Arabic
Fluent
Yoruba
Intermediate

Work Experience

Freelance Video Editor & Creative Lead at Self-employed / Freelance (gatebreaker Productions)
January 1, 2020 - Present
Edited 1000+ short-form reels and podcast clips for coaches, entrepreneurs, and influencers. Produced long-form YouTube episodes with branded overlays, clean pacing, and optimized audio. Built content repurposing systems: converting 1 podcast episode into 10+ Shorts, thumbnails, and captions for multi-platform growth. Worked with clients across Germany, US, and Africa, delivering on-brand content under tight deadlines.
Video Editor at Die Talentscouts GmbH
January 1, 2023 - October 15, 2025
Produced ad videos, testimonials, and brand content for German clients. Designed digital branding assets (logos, brochures, posters, pitch decks).
Content Designer at First Panels GmbH & Four Panels GmbH
January 1, 2024 - October 15, 2025
Led branding design projects: full visual identity packages, corporate brochures, and letterheads. Delivered high-quality corporate videos, ensuring consistency across media.
Long-Form Podcast Editor at LearnMedia GmbH (FlowFinder YouTube)
January 1, 2024 - October 15, 2025
Edited long-form interview content into polished episodes and repurposed Shorts. Contributed to subscriber growth by maintaining consistent output quality.
Freelance Video Editor & Creative Lead at Self-Employed
January 1, 2020 - Present
Edited 1000+ short-form reels and podcast clips for coaches, entrepreneurs, and influencers. Produced long-form YouTube episodes (1060 mins) with branded overlays, clean pacing, and optimized audio. Built content repurposing systems: converting 1 podcast episode into 10+ Shorts, thumbnails, and captions for multi-platform growth. Worked with clients across Germany, US, and Africa, delivering on-brand content under tight deadlines.
Video Editor at Die Talentscouts GmbH
January 1, 2023 - October 15, 2025
Produced ad videos, testimonials, and brand content for German clients. Designed digital branding assets (logos, brochures, posters, pitch decks).
Content Designer at First Panels GmbH & Four Panels GmbH
January 1, 2024 - October 15, 2025
Led branding design projects: full visual identity packages, corporate brochures, and letterheads. Delivered high-quality corporate videos, ensuring consistency across media.
Long-Form Podcast Editor at LearnMedia GmbH (FlowFinder YouTube)
January 1, 2024 - October 15, 2025
Edited long-form interview content into polished episodes and repurposed Shorts. Contributed to subscriber growth by maintaining consistent output quality.

Education

Fachabitur Design & Media at BBS2 Göttingen
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2017
B.A. Arabic & Education at Al-Hikmah University
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2023
Fachabitur Design & Media at BBS2 Göttingen
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2017
B.A. Arabic & Education at Al-Hikmah University
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2023

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Education