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Square Video Editing for Media

Professional video production services

1:1 square format editing for social feeds. — tailored for media professionals.

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Our Process

Three steps to your perfect video

01

Footage Review & Selects

We ingest all raw footage, organize by scene, sync audio, and select the strongest takes for your story.

Technical details
Proxy workflow in Premiere Pro, multi-cam sync with PluralEyes, organized bin structure by scene and take number.
02

Rough Cut & Narrative

We build the narrative structure, establish pacing, and create an assembly edit for your review and feedback.

Technical details
Timeline assembly in Premiere Pro or DaVinci Resolve, J/L-cuts, match cuts, and dynamic pacing adjustments.
03

Fine Cut & Delivery

Precise trimming, audio leveling, color correction, graphics, and export in all required formats and aspect ratios.

Technical details
Final mix at -14 LUFS, ProRes 422 HQ master, H.265 web delivery, 16:9/9:16/1:1 exports.

Good to know

Every project includes a dedicated project manager and clear milestones with approval checkpoints.

All final deliverables are yours — full ownership and usage rights included with every project.

Why Media Needs Square Video Editing

In the Media sector, professional video content has become essential for standing out in a competitive market. Whether you need promotional material, training content, or brand storytelling, Square Video Editing delivers measurable results that transform how media professionals communicate with their audience.

Specific Challenges for Media

Media companies are both producers and subjects of video content, creating a layered production dynamic. Traditional media outlets need video to maintain relevance in a digital-first landscape where text articles alone no longer drive sufficient engagement. Video journalism, live news coverage, and documentary production require different skill sets and equipment from entertainment or marketing content. The constant pressure of news cycles means production workflows must be measured in hours, not days. Meanwhile, media brands themselves need promotional content — show trailers, behind-the-scenes features, and cross-platform teasers — to compete for audience attention in an increasingly fragmented viewing landscape.

Video Challenges in Media

Thriving in the Video-First Media Landscape

82% of internet traffic is now video content. Media companies must produce broadcast-quality video at editorial speed and scale. The shift from text-first to video-first newsrooms demands new workflows, skills, and equipment — while maintaining journalistic standards and editorial integrity.

Digital media competes for attention in 15-second increments. Content must hook viewers instantly, work silently with captions, and adapt to multiple platform formats. Traditional media must reinvent itself while digital-native outlets raise production quality expectations.

Success Stories & Case Studies

Digital Media Pivot to Video

A digital news outlet pivoted to video-first content strategy. Their audience tripled in 18 months, advertising revenue grew 230%, and they secured a distribution deal with a major streaming platform based on the quality of their documentary content.

Key Benefits for Media

Audience Growth & Monetization

Media video drives sustainable growth: video news content generates 6x more social shares than text, multi-format repurposing extends content lifespan 5x, and video-first newsrooms see 65% higher audience engagement. Media brands with strong video presence command 3x higher CPM rates from advertisers.

Our Square Video Editing Process

Professional Editing Workflow

1. Media Ingestion & Organization: We import all raw footage, organize by scene/take, create proxy files for efficient editing, and synchronize multi-source audio.

2. Assembly & Rough Cut: We select the strongest takes, establish narrative structure, create the initial assembly, and review timing and pacing with you.

3. Fine Cut & Polish: Precise trimming, transition refinement, audio leveling, color consistency pass, and graphics integration. Two rounds of client revisions included.

4. Final Master & Export: Final quality check, export in all required formats and resolutions, organized file delivery with naming conventions.

What Makes Square Video Editing Unique

Square (1:1) editing is designed for in-feed social media placement where vertical and horizontal formats lose screen real estate. We compose shots within the 1080×1080 frame, using split layouts, text bars, and border treatments that maximize visual impact in a scrolling feed. This format performs particularly well on Facebook, LinkedIn, and Instagram grid posts. We deliver batches of 3-8 clips with matching visual identity, including burned-in captions for sound-off viewing. Standard turnaround is 2-3 days per batch.

What You Receive

You receive: final edited video in multiple formats (MP4 H.265, ProRes 422 HQ, web-optimized versions), project files upon request, separate audio mix, thumbnail/poster frame, and formatted versions for each target platform (16:9, 9:16, 1:1).

Technical Specifications

Software: Adobe Premiere Pro, DaVinci Resolve, Avid Media Composer | Formats: ProRes 422/4444, H.264/H.265, DNxHR | Resolution: Up to 8K, standard delivery in 4K/1080p | Frame rates: 24, 25, 30, 50, 60 fps | Color: Rec.709, Rec.2020, HDR10

Getting Started with Square Video Editing for Media

Ready to elevate your Media brand with professional square video editing? Our team combines deep industry expertise with advanced production techniques to deliver content that drives real results. Contact us for a free consultation and custom quote — no commitment required.

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