I'm a creative, retention-focused video editor with 5+ years of experience helping creators, brands, and startups produce content that performs. Whether it's a long-form YouTube breakdown or a scroll-stopping short, I build around audience behavior, platform algorithms, and strong storytelling.

Usama Malik

I'm a creative, retention-focused video editor with 5+ years of experience helping creators, brands, and startups produce content that performs. Whether it's a long-form YouTube breakdown or a scroll-stopping short, I build around audience behavior, platform algorithms, and strong storytelling.

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I’m a creative, retention-focused video editor with 5+ years of experience helping creators, brands, and startups produce content that performs.

Whether it’s a long-form YouTube breakdown or a scroll-stopping short, I build around audience behavior, platform algorithms, and strong storytelling.

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Language

English
Fluent
Urdu
Fluent

Work Experience

Senior Video Editor at Codistan Ventures
January 1, 2022 - June 15, 2024
Oversees the entire editing process from initial concept development to final delivery, ensures timely output and high-quality standards. Collaborates with directors, producers, and stakeholders to implement creative vision, utilizes advanced editing software including Adobe Premiere Pro, DaVinci Resolve, and After Effects for cuts, color correction, sound design and visual effects. Conducts quality assurance and revision processes and mentors junior editors to foster a productive team environment, while addressing technical and creative challenges to ensure smooth project execution.
Video Editor Intern at Clickzal
January 1, 2022 - March 31, 2022
Completed a three-month internship involving support in editing tasks.
Freelancer at Self-Employed
January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2023
Performed freelance video editing assignments on a variety of projects including commercials, documentaries, and marketing videos.
Senior Video Editor at INVESTORS POINT
January 1, 2022 - December 31, 2023
I hired and managed an amazing media team for this organization, produced quality content for YouTube and other social media platforms, and generated a lot of business opportunities.
Video Editor/ Graphic Designer at INVESTORS POINT
January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2022
I did the rebranding of this organization from scratch. Made all the social media profiles, started a YouTube channel, created quality content, and monetized it within just three months. I was the solo media person shooting, editing, and packaging the videos.
Graphic Designer at SLEEKY LINES
January 1, 2020 - December 31, 2021
I worked as a graphic designer at Sleeky Lines for international clients. I learned from industry specialists and polished my skills in design by learning design theory and principles.
Video Editor at Freelance Video Editor
April 1, 2020 - June 10, 2024
Delivered 200+ edits across YouTube, TikTok & IG with fast turnaround. Boosted retention by up to 60% using strategic pacing, hooks & storytelling. Integrated AI tools to speed up workflows and scale multi-platform content.
Creative Head at Investors Point
August 1, 2022 - November 1, 2023
Launched Media Dept – Built media team, systems, and produced 100+ videos in 6 months. Improved retention by 35% through refined pacing, structure, and A/B testing. Increased output by 40% by building efficient editing workflows and feedback loops.
Video Editing Intern at Sleeky Lines
February 1, 2020 - January 1, 2021
Optimized workflow, improving post-production speed by 20%. Met all deadlines, completing 100% of tasks on time. Assisted in 50+ branded videos, aligned with client voice and goals.
Video Editor at Freelance Video Editor
April 1, 2020 - June 9, 2024
Delivered 200+ edits across YouTube, TikTok & IG with fast turnaround. Boosted retention by up to 60% using strategic pacing, hooks & storytelling. Integrated AI tools to speed up workflows and scale multi-platform content.
Creative Head at Investors Point
August 1, 2022 - November 1, 2023
Launched Media Dept – Built media team, systems, and produced 100+ videos in 6 months. Improved retention by 35% through refined pacing, structure, and A/B testing. Increased output by 40% by building efficient editing workflows and feedback loops.
Video Editing Intern at Sleeky Lines
February 1, 2020 - January 1, 2021
Optimized workflow, improving post-production speed by 20%. Met all deadlines, completing 100% of tasks on time. Assisted in 50+ branded videos, aligned with client voice and goals.
Video Editor at Freelance Video Editor
April 1, 2020 - June 3, 2024
Delivered over 200 edits across YouTube, TikTok, and Instagram with fast turnaround times. Boosted retention by up to 60% through strategic pacing, hooks, and storytelling. Integrated AI tools to speed up workflows and scale multi-platform content efficiently.
Creative Head at Investors Point
August 1, 2022 - November 1, 2023
Launched Media Department by building media team, systems, and producing over 100 videos in 6 months. Improved retention by 35% through refined pacing, structure, and A/B testing. Increased output by 40% by developing efficient editing workflows and feedback loops.
Video Editing Intern at Sleeky Lines
February 1, 2020 - January 1, 2021
Optimized post-production workflow, improving speed by 20%. Met all deadlines, completing 100% of tasks on time. Assisted in producing over 50 branded videos aligned with client voice and goals.
Video Editor at Freelance Video Editor
April 1, 2020 - June 6, 2024
Delivered over 200 edits across YouTube, TikTok, and Instagram with fast turnaround times. Boosted viewer retention by up to 60% by applying strategic pacing, compelling hooks, and storytelling techniques. Integrated AI tools to accelerate workflows and scale content production across multiple platforms.
Creative Head at Investors Point
August 1, 2022 - November 1, 2023
Launched the Media Department, building the media team and systems while producing over 100 videos within 6 months. Improved retention by 35% by refining pacing, structure, and conducting A/B testing. Increased output by 40% by designing efficient editing workflows and establishing effective feedback loops.
Video Editing Intern at Sleeky Lines
February 1, 2020 - January 1, 2021
Optimized post-production workflows, improving speed by 20%. Met all deadlines consistently by completing 100% of assigned tasks on time. Assisted in creating over 50 branded videos aligned with client voices and goals.
Senior Video Editor at Investors Point
January 1, 2022 - December 31, 2023
Hired and managed an amazing media team to produce quality content for YouTube and other social media platforms. Generated significant business opportunities through effective content management and production.
Video Editor/ Graphic Designer at Investors Point
January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2022
Led the rebranding of the organization from scratch, created all social media profiles, started a YouTube channel, produced high-quality content, and monetized the channel within three months. Handled shooting, editing, and packaging videos as the sole media person.
Graphic Designer at Sleeky Lines
January 1, 2020 - December 31, 2021
Worked as a graphic designer for international clients, learning from industry specialists and polishing skills in design theory and principles.
Video Editor at Freelance
April 1, 2020 - Present
Remote delivered 200+ edits across YouTube, TikTok & IG with fast turnaround. Boosted retention by up to 60% using strategic pacing, hooks & storytelling. Integrated AI tools to speed up workflows and scale multi-platform content.
Video Editor at Invest Point
November 1, 2023 - October 27, 2025
Launched media dept – built media team, systems, and produced 100+ videos in 6 months. Improved retention by 35% through refined pacing, structure, and A/B testing. Increased output by 40% by building efficient editing workflows and feedback loops.
Video Editor at Sleek Lines
January 1, 2021 - October 27, 2025
Video Editing Intern at Sleek Lines. Optimized workflow, improving post-production speed by 20%. Met all deadlines, completing 100% of tasks on time. Assisted in 50+ branded videos, aligned with client voice and goals.

Education

I COM at Punjab College
January 1, 2019 - December 31, 2022
FSC (PRE-ENGINEERING) at Cambridge International Science collage - Talagang
January 1, 2015 - December 31, 2017
Matriculation at Cambridge International Science collage - Talagang
January 1, 2013 - December 31, 2015
Marine Engineering at NED Karachi
January 1, 2017 - December 31, 2019
Marine Engineering at NED University
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2019
Marine Engineering at NED University
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2019
Marine Engineering at NED University
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2019
Marine Engineering at NED University
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2019
FSC (Pre-Engineering) at Cambridge International Science College - Talagang
January 1, 2015 - December 31, 2017
Matriculation at Cambridge International Science College - Talagang
January 1, 2013 - December 31, 2015
Marine Engineering at NED University
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2019

Qualifications

PMA CADET COURSE
January 1, 2019 - December 31, 2019
PMA Cadet Course
January 1, 2019 - December 31, 2019
Marine Engineering
January 1, 2017 - December 31, 2019

Industry Experience

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