Engaging Instagram Reels Editing

I’m looking for a creative editor who can turn my raw clips into 15-second Instagram Reels that hold attention from first frame to last. Each Reel should flow with smooth, tasteful cuts, keep a moderate pacing (no frantic jump-cuts, but never dragging), and be paired with fresh, currently trending audio. I’m after a polished, cinematic look as well—think balanced contrast, vibrant yet realistic colors, and subtle filmic grading that elevates the overall feel without overpowering the footage.

You’ll receive the video files, any brand assets, and a short brief for context. I’d like the final deliverables in vertical 1080×1920, ready to upload with captions burned-in or provided separately as .srt. Please work in the editor you’re most comfortable with—Premiere Pro, Final Cut, DaVinci Resolve or equivalent—so long as the result is clean and export settings are optimized for Instagram compression.

Acceptance criteria
• Length: exactly 15 seconds (±1s for natural audio fade)
• Moderate pacing with logical visual beats
• Smooth, invisible cuts; no jarring transitions unless stylistically justified
• On-trend audio synced to key moments (provide source link or track ID)
• Cinematic color grade consistent across shots
• Final file: H.264 .mp4, 1080×1920, max 8 Mb

If this aligns with your skill set, let’s discuss your approach and a sample timeline so we can start boosting engagement right away.