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Video editing company


Fast-acting creative team with budget-friendly video editing services

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Finding a credible, yet affordable professional video editing service in London might be a quest. Motiohead however provides you access to first-rate professional video editors to take care of both your video marketing success and your budget.



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The art of timing: What makes a great video edit?

So, what do you think makes a great video edit?

It's a simple question, right? People know a great edit, but they don't know why it's a great edit...

The rhythm, the pace is the key.

Which is better cut... cut.......... cut..............
Or cut/cut/cut/cut?

Depends what feeling you are going for... Is it too fast? Is it too slow? Is it too boring?

How do you know when to cut? It's an art not a science... 👨‍🎨

There are different types of video editing techniques . Here are some of them:

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Cross-Cutting

This technique involves alternating between two or more scenes that are happening simultaneously but in different locations. It's great for building tension and showing parallel actions.

Imagine a scene where a thief is breaking into a house while the homeowner is rushing home—cross-cutting between the two actions creates suspense and urgency.

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Match Cuts

A match cut is a cut from one shot to another where the two shots are matched by the action or subject and subject matter. This technique is excellent for creating visual continuity and making the transition between scenes seamless.

For example, transitioning from a shot of someone closing a door to a shot of another person opening a door in a different location can create a smooth and logical flow.

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Jump Cuts

Jump cuts are cuts that move abruptly between different moments of the same shot, making time appear to jump. This can create a sense of disorientation or highlight the passage of time.

In a scene where a character is anxiously waiting, using jump cuts to show them pacing, checking the time, and fidgeting can convey their nervousness effectively.

Mastering Video Editing by Tailoring Techniques for Diverse Audiences and Content Types

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If your audience is young 🔞 and you’re producing a music video 🎶, you may want to have cuts every second, producing flashing effects 📸 and adding numerous transitions between shots to create a dynamic and engaging experience. 🤯

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For the majority of cases, you want to show each shot for as long as it takes for the information to be understood and absorbed by a standard middle-aged, healthy viewer.

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Ultimately, the most important thing is that your target audience receives the message you want to convey, with the right emotion and pace. 📽️

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If your audience is older 👵 or you’re producing content that requires a slower pace—such as training videos 📚 or interviews 🎤—you may want to have cuts every minute or stay a little longer, allowing viewers to absorb the information more comfortably.

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For example, a close-up of a person's face with beautiful eyes might be 3 seconds long 👁️, while a busy city shot with several landmarks in the same frame might be 7 seconds 🌆.

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Unlock the potential of your content with Motiohead's comprehensive video editing services.


Would you like to know how we can elevate your marketing campaign and help you achieve your business goals? Our services go beyond standard video editing, offering expertise to transform your basic reel into a powerful tool that delivers real results.

Our audio editing and synchronisation will deliver the best possible sound quality for your project.

Let our team add a professional voiceover or custom-made soundtrack that will complement your story and make your message resonate even more.

Get ready to make your video more dynamic to capture your viewers' attention and keep them hooked throughout the entire video.

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Let your viewers experience your content like they are right in the middle of the action.

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Connect with people who speak different languages or are hearing-impaired, and make your message accessible to everyone.

Seamlessly share your content across various platforms and devices hassle-free.

Our team can enhance your video's colours and fix any issues with the lighting or colour balance, creating a top-notch final product.

Our team will blend the best of the two realities and add an extra layer of impact to your videos with our stunning, true-to-life visual effects.

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We’ll make your videos more concise, engaging and memorable for your audience thanks to our wide expertise in 2D and 3D animation production.

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Want us to transform your raw footage into a video piece that gently pushes your audience towards the right call-to-action?

Let’s discuss your business goals and expectations and see how we could support you.



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A refined project delivery framework ensures we stay on schedule and within budget.





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Step 1: Understanding your needs

To craft a video that truly connects with your audience, we begin by understanding your goals. We delve into your target audience, product or service, desired call-to-action, and the emotional tone you wish to convey. Our process involves exchanging information, reference materials, and desired outcomes to ensure we accurately capture your vision. However, if you already have a clear vision or prefer a more spontaneous approach, we can skip this step.

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Step 2: Defining a plan of action

If your project benefits from a more structured approach, we will help you develop a detailed brief and storyboard. This involves outlining the key elements, sequences, and visual style of the video. We collaborate with you to refine these elements, ensuring that every aspect aligns with your objectives and vision. This step sets a clear roadmap for production and helps ensure that the final video meets your expectations.

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Step 3: Sharing or creating raw footage

You can share your raw footage with us via our customer portal, cloud drive, or by sending us a hard drive. If you don’t have any footage available, that’s not an issue! We offer comprehensive creative video services and can produce the footage from scratch or use stock footage as needed.

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Step 4: First draft edit

We organise and analyse the footage to determine what should stay and what should be cut. Our team ensures that all shots contribute to a cohesive story, trimming footage as needed, adding a soundtrack or voiceover, and evaluating the overall flow of the video.

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Step 5: Your feedback

Once the first draft is complete, we share it with you for review. Your feedback is crucial in refining the video. We invite you to provide detailed comments on aspects such as pacing, content, and the overall impact. Based on your input, we make the necessary amendments to ensure the final video aligns perfectly with your vision and meets your expectations.

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Step 6: Refining

In this stage, we implement your feedback and fine-tune every detail of the video. This includes colour correction, adding smooth transitions, and adjusting audio levels to achieve a polished final product. We ensure visual consistency across all shots and integrate final graphic elements, such as logos and titles, to enhance the overall presentation of your video.

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Step 7: Export of the final version

Once you provide final approval, we proceed with exporting the video in the required resolution and format, tailored to your specific needs. We handle various formats and settings, ensuring compatibility with your intended platforms, whether for web, social media, or broadcast. This step involves generating high-quality files and delivering them through your preferred method, whether via download links, cloud storage, or physical media.

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Step 8: Follow-up and support

After the video is released, we continue to offer comprehensive support and follow-up services if necessary.

Still weighing your options? Motiohead vs freelance video editing services in the UK





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Safe partnership with a signed contract

Before commencing work on a new project, we establish a formal agreement to ensure a clear and mutually beneficial partnership. This contract outlines your specific requirements, project scope, timelines, and the responsibilities of all parties involved. It serves as a detailed roadmap for the collaboration, addressing key aspects such as deliverables, payment terms, and confidentiality. By formalising our agreement, we aim to provide you with peace of mind, ensuring that both parties have a clear understanding of expectations and commitments.


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Full team, freelancer price

Our remote setup allows us to offer exceptional value, giving you access to a professional post-production team at a competitive rate. With Motiohead, you benefit from the expertise of a dedicated project manager and a cohesive team of creatives working collaboratively to bring your vision to life, all for a similar cost as hiring a solo video editor in the UK.


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Instant availability of experts

By working with us, you can leave behind the hassle of searching for expert video editors or other creatives. We ensure that your projects are completed on time and to your desired quality. Whether you need a single video or multiple projects delivered simultaneously, our team of specialists is equipped and ready to assist. From managing tight deadlines to handling complex requirements, we provide the expertise and resources necessary to meet all your needs efficiently.


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We adapt to your needs

Your project objectives, vision, and requirements are our top priority. We carefully consider every detail and keep you informed at each milestone, allowing you to actively be involved in the video editing process. While we can provide creative direction if requested, we adhere strictly to your specifications and make no changes unless given explicit permission. Your preferences guide our work, ensuring the final product aligns perfectly with your vision.


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Swift and Reliable Turnaround

You won’t have to wait long for updates on your content. We are committed to delivering each version of your project promptly and provide regular updates on its progress. Our team ensures that you are kept informed at every stage, so you always know where things stand. We also maintain a high level of availability to quickly address any new requests or make adjustments as needed, ensuring that your project evolves smoothly and efficiently.


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Clear and flexible communication framework

For straightforward and quick projects, we streamline communication through emails or WhatsApp or Slack messages. For more complex projects, we utilise Google Sheets to provide a detailed timetable, outline deliverables for each stage, and share the latest file links. This approach ensures clear and effective communication throughout the project.













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Have a brief ready and would like us to begin working on your project?

Don’t waste another minute! Briefly describe your task or creative idea, and our team will bring it to life for you.



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Answering common questions (FAQs)

The time it takes to complete your project depends on its specific requirements, scope of work, the amount and organisation of raw footage, and its format. On average, we aim to deliver the final product within 3 to 10 business days. However, we also offer expedited delivery, often within a day or less, for urgent requests.

At Motiohead, prices for video editing services start at as little as £225 + VAT. The final estimate depends on two key factors: the specific requirements of your project and its scope. These factors determine the overall cost of video editing services.

  • Time spent. The cost of our video editing services is based entirely on the time we spend working on your project, rather than the video's duration. The clearer and more detailed your brief, the more accurate our estimate will be, allowing us to deliver your project more efficiently. Your input is just as crucial as ours; if the project requires significant input from our team, such as developing the storyline from scratch, the timeline—and therefore the cost—will increase accordingly.
  • Project complexity. The final price of your video editing project is influenced by the complexity of your requirements. For example, two videos of similar duration—say 3 to 5 minutes—can vary significantly in cost depending on the specific needs. If one video involves hours of extensive footage review, intricate motion graphics, numerous dynamic transitions, subtitles, and a voiceover, the price will be higher due to the increased time and effort required by our team. On the other hand, if another video only requires basic editing, such as trimming a few minutes of footage and simple colour correction, the cost will be lower since it takes less time to complete.

If you are London based, you can use a bike courier to send us your hard drive for further processing. If you are outside of London, you can ship it to us via DHL, FedEx, or any other courier service of your choice.

Absolutely! We can add subtitles and translations to your videos, enabling you to communicate effectively with audiences across multiple countries and cultures. We have experience in creating videos in a wide range of languages, including Spanish, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Dutch, Swedish, Danish, Norwegian, Finnish, Polish, Russian, Greek, Turkish, Arabic, and many others. If necessary, we collaborate with native speakers to ensure spelling accuracy and correct grammar.

Yes, our team operates fully remotely. We’re flexible enough to accommodate different time zones and schedules, making it convenient for clients to work at their own pace while still meeting deadlines.

You can look through our extensive portfolio or email us at hello@motiohead.com to request more of our work, as we constantly deliver video content to our clients and may not have much time to regularly publish every project on our website.

We mainly use Adobe Premiere Pro and Final Cut Pro.

We can deliver your video in any format you require, whether it’s horizontal, vertical, square, or any other weird shape! With or without burned-in subtitles, broadcast-ready or digital — you tell us your specifications, and we will deliver.

We can work with video footage in any professionally accepted format. However, if we see that it’s better to convert your video to a different format that better preserves the quality or has a more suitable size, we’ll recommend it to you.

Yes, we specialise in Out-of-Home (OOH) advertising projects. Our team has extensive experience in creating high-quality video content tailored for various OOH formats, including digital billboards, transit displays, and other public space advertising platforms. We understand the unique requirements of OOH advertising and are committed to delivering impactful visuals that capture attention and engage audiences effectively.

Yes, we produce high-quality content specifically designed for TV broadcasts. Our team has extensive experience in creating adverts, programme segments, promotional spots, and other telly content. We ensure that all our productions meet the technical standards and quality expectations required for television, delivering engaging and professional visuals that captivate viewers.

Absolutely, we are equipped to handle non-standard export requirements. Our team is experienced with a wide range of export formats and specifications. Whether you need a specific codec, resolution, aspect ratio, or file format, we can accommodate your needs to ensure your content meets all necessary standards and is ready for its intended platform.

Excited to move forward or still have some questions?



We're here to help! Briefly describe your task, creative idea, or any questions you have, and we will get back to you with the best possible solution.



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What’s next?


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    We need one business day to carefully study the information you’ve provided and get back to you on the next steps.

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    Together with you, we then define the exact scope of work, timeframes and your financial expectations to help us prepare the best possible offer for you. We can also sign an NDA ƒat this stage if you need it.

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    We start working on your offer — and send it for your approval as soon as possible.



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