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Hi, I’m Gehad Essam Zakaria Hafez. I’m a Senior Video Editor and Editing Lead with over four years of experience delivering high-engagement short-form, episodic, and UGC content. I specialize in fast-paced storytelling, retention-focused editing, motion graphics, and trend-driven social content. I’ve led editing teams, established efficient workflows, and collaborated with writers and producers on strategy and creative direction. I also leverage AI-assisted workflows (ElevenLabs, Leonardo AI) to speed production, support voiceovers, and spark new ideas.…Hi, I’m Gehad Essam Zakaria Hafez. I’m a Senior Video Editor and Editing Lead with over four years of experience delivering high-engagement short-form, episodic, and UGC content. I specialize in fast-paced storytelling, retention-focused editing, motion graphics, and trend-driven social content. I’ve led editing teams, established efficient workflows, and collaborated with writers and producers on strategy and creative direction. I also leverage AI-assisted workflows (ElevenLabs, Leonardo AI) to speed production, support voiceovers, and spark new ideas.

Gehad Essam Zakaria Hafez

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Video Editor, Post-Production, Content Producer, +4

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Hi, I’m Gehad Essam Zakaria Hafez. I’m a Senior Video Editor and Editing Lead with over four years of experience delivering high-engagement short-form, episodic, and UGC content. I specialize in fast-paced storytelling, retention-focused editing, motion graphics, and trend-driven social content. I’ve led editing teams, established efficient workflows, and collaborated with writers and producers on strategy and creative direction. I also leverage AI-assisted workflows (ElevenLabs, Leonardo AI) to speed production, support voiceovers, and spark new ideas.…Hi, I’m Gehad Essam Zakaria Hafez. I’m a Senior Video Editor and Editing Lead with over four years of experience delivering high-engagement short-form, episodic, and UGC content. I specialize in fast-paced storytelling, retention-focused editing, motion graphics, and trend-driven social content. I’ve led editing teams, established efficient workflows, and collaborated with writers and producers on strategy and creative direction. I also leverage AI-assisted workflows (ElevenLabs, Leonardo AI) to speed production, support voiceovers, and spark new ideas.

Available to hire

Cairo, Egypt

Hi, I’m Gehad Essam Zakaria Hafez. I’m a Senior Video Editor and Editing Lead with over four years of experience delivering high-engagement short-form, episodic, and UGC content. I specialize in fast-paced storytelling, retention-focused editing, motion graphics, and trend-driven social content. I’ve led editing teams, established efficient workflows, and collaborated with writers and producers on strategy and creative direction. I also leverage AI-assisted workflows (ElevenLabs, Leonardo AI) to speed production, support voiceovers, and spark new ideas.

Skills

Experience Level

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

DaVinci Resolve Studio

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Intermediate

Intermediate

Intermediate

Intermediate

Intermediate

Intermediate

Intermediate

Intermediate

Intermediate

Intermediate

Intermediate

Intermediate

Intermediate

Intermediate

Language

Arabic

Fluent

English

Fluent

French

Beginner

Turkish

Beginner

Work Experience

Video Editing Lead at Snippet

November 1, 2024 - April 1, 2026

Led a team of video editors, managed workflow, quality control, and deadlines. Reviewed and optimized edits for storytelling and brand alignment. Developed editing guidelines and feedback processes to improve consistency and efficiency. Integrated AI-assisted tools such as ElevenLabs and Leonardo AI into content workflows for voiceovers, ideation, and faster production turnaround. Collaborated with writers and producers on content strategy and creative direction.

Senior Video Editor at Snippet

July 1, 2022 - November 1, 2024

Crafted fast-paced, high-engagement crime show episodes with strong hooks, pacing, and transitions. Produced trend-driven UGC content optimized for audience engagement. Analyzed performance metrics to refine editing decisions and improve retention. Applied motion graphics and visual elements to support storytelling and boost engagement.

Video Editor at Virtual Worker Now (VWN)

March 1, 2022 - July 1, 2022

Edited short-form and long-form video content for creators and influencers across multiple platforms. Produced advertising and promotional videos for product marketing. Created entertaining video content with strong pacing, transitions, and visual appeal. Delivered video content for branded digital campaigns, corporate content, and social media platforms.

Video Editor at Sehetna

July 1, 2021 - September 1, 2021

Edited medical video content for social media platforms, simplifying complex information into clear, engaging visuals.

Freelancer Video Editor at Freelancer

May 1, 2020 - Present

Provided freelance editing services for short-form and long-form video content, including branding campaigns and social media content across multiple platforms.

Customer Service Representative at Vodafone UK

September 1, 2020 - April 1, 2021

Managed broadband-related customer inquiries and issue resolution. Maintained clear communication and problem-solving under pressure.

Secretary at Agyad for Constructions

February 1, 2019 - January 1, 2020

Coordinated office communications and meeting schedules. Managed documentation, banking papers, and tax-related transactions.

Video Editor at Sehetna

July 1, 2021 - September 1, 2021

Edited medical video content for social media platforms, simplifying complex information into clear, engaging visuals.

Freelancer Video Editor

May 1, 2020 - Present

Edited various projects for clients, including branded digital campaigns and social media content. Managed multiple assignments with timely delivery.