Video editor and team lead with 5 years of experience creating high-impact content for international YouTube creators, travel vloggers, and faceless/automation channels. Skilled in Adobe Premiere Pro and After Effects, with deep expertise in AI-driven production tools (ElevenLabs, RunwayML, Kling, Sora, Midjourney, Descript, Topaz Video AI).

zain waseem

Video editor and team lead with 5 years of experience creating high-impact content for international YouTube creators, travel vloggers, and faceless/automation channels. Skilled in Adobe Premiere Pro and After Effects, with deep expertise in AI-driven production tools (ElevenLabs, RunwayML, Kling, Sora, Midjourney, Descript, Topaz Video AI).

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Video editor and team lead with 5 years of experience creating high-impact content for international YouTube creators, travel vloggers, and faceless/automation channels. Skilled in Adobe Premiere Pro and After Effects, with deep expertise in AI-driven production tools (ElevenLabs, RunwayML, Kling, Sora, Midjourney, Descript, Topaz Video AI).

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Language

English
Fluent
Urdu
Fluent

Work Experience

Creative Director & Video Editor at Ashnox Media
December 1, 2025 - Present
Founded and self-funded a remote YouTube automation production agency offering end-to-end YouTube automation services to international clients. Built and led a remote team (4 video editors and 1 scriptwriter), handling hiring, onboarding, and performance management. Owned operational decisions including team structure, payroll, client acquisition, and creative direction. Oversaw project pipelines, set editing and quality standards, reviewed final deliverables, and handed approved versions to clients. Operated in-house YouTube channels and drove creative direction, editing standards, and content strategy. Implemented AI-assisted workflows using ElevenLabs, RunwayML, Kling, and ChatGPT for high-volume, consistent output.
Senior Video Editor & Team Lead at Go-PK Resources
July 1, 2024 - December 1, 2025
Served as lead editor across four YouTube channels spanning finance (AI-generated), sports documentary, and aviation niches, owning the full end-to-end editing pipeline. Set creative direction, visual identity, and pacing standards for each channel. Edited daily long-form content at a pace of about 6 videos per week while meeting delivery deadlines. Helped one channel achieve YouTube monetization within 18 days of launch. Produced edits that collectively generated millions of views. Integrated AI tools (ElevenLabs for voiceover; RunwayML and Grok for b-roll) into a streamlined daily production workflow.
Video Editor at Animaker Media
February 1, 2024 - June 1, 2024
Worked in a multi-client production studio handling back-to-back projects for international clients including travel vloggers and YouTubers. Contributed to projects for MoVlogs (an international client of the studio). Delivered a mix of long-form vlogs, short-form reels, and social media content using Premiere Pro and After Effects. Managed tight deadlines while collaborating directly with creators across multiple time zones.
Engineering Intern at Descon Engineering
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2023
Completed a one-month industrial internship as part of the Metallurgical and Materials Science Engineering curriculum.
Senior Video Editor → Video Editing Manager at Thermucut
September 1, 2021 - March 1, 2023
Joined as a Senior Video Editor producing YouTube content across e-commerce, marketing, and in-house channels for diverse clients including e-commerce brands, marketing agencies, and internal teams. Promoted to Video Editing Manager in mid-2022, leading a remote team of 10+ editors. Reviewed and quality-checked all team deliverables prior to final client handover to ensure consistent editing standards across projects. Managed the full client feedback loop by communicating revisions, coordinating with editors for turnaround, and delivering final approved cuts. Balanced managerial responsibilities alongside freelance work and university studies to strengthen time management and leadership skills.
Senior Video Editor → Video Editing Manager at Thermocut
September 1, 2021 - March 1, 2023
Joined as a senior video editor producing YouTube content for a diverse client base covering e-commerce, marketing agencies, and in-house channels. Promoted in mid-2022 to Video Editing Manager, leading a remote team of 10+ editors. Reviewed and quality-checked all team deliverables before final handover to clients, ensuring consistent editing standards across projects. Managed the full client feedback loop by communicating revisions, coordinating with editors for turnaround, and delivering final approved cuts. Balanced managerial responsibilities with freelance work and university studies to build strong time management and leadership skills.
Freelance Video Editor
January 1, 2021 - Present
Worked with Fiverr and direct clients while completing university studies. Built and maintained an international client base on Fiverr. Delivered video editing services across genres including vlogs, social media content, and short-form videos. Managed scope and revisions independently through direct client communication.
Freelance Video Editor at Fiverr & Direct Clients
January 1, 2021 - Present
Built and maintained an international client base on Fiverr while completing university studies. Delivered video editing services across multiple genres including vlogs, social media content, and short-form videos. Developed strong client communication, scope management, and revision-handling skills while working independently.

Education

B.Sc. Metallurgical and Materials Engineering at University of the Punjab, Lahore
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2023
F.Sc. Pre-Engineering at Punjab Group of Colleges, Lahore
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2019
B.Sc. at University of the Punjab, Lahore
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2023
F.Sc. at Punjab Group of Colleges, Lahore
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2019

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Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Software & Internet, Education