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I am a Japan based freelance video editor and creator with a strong background in cinematic storytelling, clean pacing, and visually intentional edits. I have worked across automotive, lifestyle, and brand focused projects, creating content that feels polished, modern, and emotionally engaging rather than generic or templated. With hands on experience editing for social platforms and long form video, I understand how to balance aesthetics with performance, clarity, and audience retention. I am reliable, detail oriented, easy to communicate with, and focused on delivering work that genuinely elevates a brand or story rather than just filling a brief.…I am a Japan based freelance video editor and creator with a strong background in cinematic storytelling, clean pacing, and visually intentional edits. I have worked across automotive, lifestyle, and brand focused projects, creating content that feels polished, modern, and emotionally engaging rather than generic or templated. With hands on experience editing for social platforms and long form video, I understand how to balance aesthetics with performance, clarity, and audience retention. I am reliable, detail oriented, easy to communicate with, and focused on delivering work that genuinely elevates a brand or story rather than just filling a brief.

Robin Kennedy

Film Director, Film Producer, Video Editor, +2

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I am a Japan based freelance video editor and creator with a strong background in cinematic storytelling, clean pacing, and visually intentional edits. I have worked across automotive, lifestyle, and brand focused projects, creating content that feels polished, modern, and emotionally engaging rather than generic or templated. With hands on experience editing for social platforms and long form video, I understand how to balance aesthetics with performance, clarity, and audience retention. I am reliable, detail oriented, easy to communicate with, and focused on delivering work that genuinely elevates a brand or story rather than just filling a brief.…I am a Japan based freelance video editor and creator with a strong background in cinematic storytelling, clean pacing, and visually intentional edits. I have worked across automotive, lifestyle, and brand focused projects, creating content that feels polished, modern, and emotionally engaging rather than generic or templated. With hands on experience editing for social platforms and long form video, I understand how to balance aesthetics with performance, clarity, and audience retention. I am reliable, detail oriented, easy to communicate with, and focused on delivering work that genuinely elevates a brand or story rather than just filling a brief.

Available to hire

I am a Japan based freelance video editor and creator with a strong background in cinematic storytelling, clean pacing, and visually intentional edits. I have worked across automotive, lifestyle, and brand focused projects, creating content that feels polished, modern, and emotionally engaging rather than generic or templated. With hands on experience editing for social platforms and long form video, I understand how to balance aesthetics with performance, clarity, and audience retention. I am reliable, detail oriented, easy to communicate with, and focused on delivering work that genuinely elevates a brand or story rather than just filling a brief.

Skills

Adobe Photoshop

Adobe Premiere Pro

Experience Level

Adobe Photoshop

Expert

Adobe Premiere Pro

Expert

Language

English

Fluent

Japanese

Fluent

Work Experience

Founder at Apex Japan

April 1, 2021 - Present

Founder of Apex Japan studio, producing, filming, and editing cinematic automotive and motorsport content for freelance and contract projects; manages full production lifecycle and social posting across platforms; built and grew a cross-cultural audience of 200,000+ followers by leveraging bilingual Japanese-English content.

Adult School Teacher at Kensington Eikaiwa

June 1, 2022 - Present

Teach private and group English lessons to adult students, ranging from beginner to fluent levels.

Writer at Japan Insider

March 1, 2021 - June 1, 2022

Wrote English news and articles for Japan Insider, the English-language news and article web magazine for foreigners living in Japan or interested in Japan.

Translator at Raien Sumo Experience

January 1, 2019 - May 1, 2019

Translated training sessions for sumo wrestlers with foreign tourists in Japan; supported bilingual communication and quick, critical thinking in a travel/experience context.

Waiter, Bartender at True Confession's Cafe

May 1, 2018 - September 1, 2018

Worked in a fast-paced cafe, developing teamwork and customer service skills.

Valet Parking Attendant at Westin Hotel Vancouver

June 1, 2017 - September 1, 2017

Provided valet services; gained customer service experience in hospitality.

English Teacher at Kids Duo

May 1, 2016 - August 1, 2016

English teacher for kindergarten and elementary-aged children; developed leadership, collaboration, and critical thinking skills.

Waiter, Bartender, Caterer at InterContinental Yokohama Grand

July 1, 2015 - February 1, 2016

Worked as waiter, bartender, and caterer across weddings and ballroom events; developed quick thinking and customer service.