yeah, I’ve sold my editing and design services online mostly through instagram dms or referrals. I remember getting my first paid project from a random reel I posted. It wasn’t a big amount, but it made me realize people actually pay for what you’re good at. I learned that how you present your work matters just as much as the work itself.

my process usually starts with just understanding the vibe like, what feeling are we trying to give? i don’t jump into editing right away. i either get some references from the client or scroll through instagram and tikTok to catch trends or styles that match the mood. sometimes, a color, a sound, or even one random transition gives me the spark.

one of my favorite pieces of content was a reel i made for a small business owner who was just starting out. it was their first product launch, and I edited a short story style video showing their journey from preparing orders to packing with love. It didn’t go viral or anything, but it got way more engagement than usual. their friends, customers, and even other small businesses started sharing it. what made it successful, I think, was the story. It felt real and people could see the hard work behind the brand. And honestly, seeing them excited about the response meant more than the likes.