I’ve actually handled a ton of hands-on video editing for student organizations and university clubs, including managing and creating content for our student government Instagram page at RIT Dubai.

That experience really taught me how to take long-form footage—like event recaps, announcements, or sit-down interviews—and break it down into quick, punchy Reels and Stories that students would actually pay attention to. From cutting the best highlights to adding fast-paced captions and matching the overall vibe of the platform, so I'm very used to the fast turnaround times and editing styles needed to make social clips pop.

Since I have a pretty short attention span myself—absolute peak Gen Z here—I naturally view video editing through that exact lens. If a clip doesn’t grab me in the first two seconds, I know a scroller will swipe away immediately.

To keep things moving and highly engaging, I focus on a few strict rules:

The Aggressive Hook: I always try to start the clip right in the middle of the action or a hot take, if the context of the video allows it. No intro music, no "welcome back to the podcast"—just straight into a high-energy quote that makes people stop scrolling.

Cutting the Fluff: I brutally trim the "ums," "ahs," and dead air. Podcast conversations can naturally drag, so I'd edit it to be snappy and rapid-fire without making the speakers sound unnatural.

Constant Visual Resets: To keep low-attention span viewers locked in, the screen needs to change every 2 to 3 seconds. I do this by alternating between close-up punches, switching camera angles, and flashing dynamic, colored captions on screen as the words are spoken.

Contextual B-Roll & Visual Aids: If a specific player, play, or game is mentioned, I immediately layer in relevant overlay footage or images so the viewer isn't just staring at a talking head the whole time.

For quick turnarounds and clips, I usually use CapCut. It’s unmatched for dropping in fast, accurate auto-captions, adding transitions, and keeping up with whatever pacing is trending on TikTok or Reels at that exact second.

If a clip needs more heavy lifting—like precise multi-cam cutting from the main podcast feed, custom graphics, or advanced audio cleaning to remove background noise—I switch over to Adobe Premiere Pro. It gives me total control over the timeline, masking, and color grading, which is essential for making sure the final asset looks polished and high-end before it goes live.