Retention-focused video editor with 1 year of experience creating engaging content for creators, brands, businesses, and agencies in Ethiopia. I specialize in YouTube videos, YouTube Shorts, Instagram Reels, talking-head edits, podcast clips, and documentary-style storytelling using strategic pacing, motion graphics, sound design, and audience-retention techniques. I transform raw footage into clear, compelling narratives and deliver high-quality edits with reliable communication and efficient project execution—always tailored to the creator’s or client’s goals.

Behailu M. Retention

Retention-focused video editor with 1 year of experience creating engaging content for creators, brands, businesses, and agencies in Ethiopia. I specialize in YouTube videos, YouTube Shorts, Instagram Reels, talking-head edits, podcast clips, and documentary-style storytelling using strategic pacing, motion graphics, sound design, and audience-retention techniques. I transform raw footage into clear, compelling narratives and deliver high-quality edits with reliable communication and efficient project execution—always tailored to the creator’s or client’s goals.

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Retention-focused video editor with 1 year of experience creating engaging content for creators, brands, businesses, and agencies in Ethiopia. I specialize in YouTube videos, YouTube Shorts, Instagram Reels, talking-head edits, podcast clips, and documentary-style storytelling using strategic pacing, motion graphics, sound design, and audience-retention techniques.

I transform raw footage into clear, compelling narratives and deliver high-quality edits with reliable communication and efficient project execution—always tailored to the creator’s or client’s goals.

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Language

English
Advanced
Amharic
Fluent

Work Experience

Freelance Video Editor at Self-Employed
January 1, 2025 - Present
Edited short-form and long-form videos for creators, brands, businesses, and agencies. Focused on transforming raw footage into engaging content through storytelling, pacing, and audience-retention techniques. Produced YouTube videos, YouTube Shorts, Instagram Reels, talking-head videos, podcast clips, and documentary-style edits. Added motion graphics, captions (with animation), sound design, and performed clean visual storytelling for a polished final output. Delivered projects efficiently while communicating clearly with clients and incorporating feedback.

Education

Bachelor's Degree at Addis Ababa University
January 11, 2030 - June 11, 2026
Bachelor's Degree at Addis Ababa University
January 11, 2030 - July 11, 2026
Bachelor's Degree at Addis Ababa University
January 11, 2030 - July 11, 2026
Bachelor's Degree at Addis Ababa University
January 11, 2030 - July 14, 2026
Bachelor's Degree at Addis Ababa University
January 11, 2030 - August 20, 2026
Bachelor's Degree at Addis Ababa University
January 11, 2030 - August 20, 2026

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services
    Ava Yorgen_personal brand

    i edited this video for the application that i already sand to her and i focus on retention editing style for Instagram

    1. minimal text overlay
    2. simple animation
    3. sound design
    4. good storytelling