Long-form YouTube editor: retention-first edits that grow watch time and revenue.
Umbrella Creators is a long-form YouTube video editing studio led by
Kevin Felipe Tabares.
We build edits around the retention graph: hooks engineered to hold past 30 seconds, pacing
tuned to keep viewers to the end, B-roll and sound design that lift watch time and revenue.
We work in English and Spanish, in
24 to 72 hour turnarounds, on full-length YouTube videos
(8 to 30 minutes). No shorts, no reels, pure long-form.
Verified track record:
1,215 videos delivered · 143.6M+ verified views ·
45 five-star reviews on
YT Jobs
from creators including
dakblake (4.06M subs),
Rex (2.29M),
Boffy (2.13M),
HyperCookiie (1.88M),
Mud (1.26M),
ashlele, Swaylemc, Puff, BloxWorld and DakBlox.
YouTube editing services
- Long-form video editing: full 8 to 30 min videos built around retention, hooks, pacing, B-roll and sound design that hold viewers to the end.
- Hook engineering: rewriting the first 15 seconds until retention holds past the 30-second mark.
- Channel audit: retention graphs, top performers, drop-off patterns analyzed before any editing decision is made.
- Channel management: end-to-end strategy, uploads, end-screens, analytics and growth benchmarking.
- Thumbnail design: click-tested thumbnails tied to your hook and title.
- Retention strategy: channel-level retention diagnostics and execution plan tied to your audience drop-off points.
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How pricing works for long-form YouTube editing
Every project at Umbrella Creators is scoped per channel: no fixed menu, no
one-size-fits-all package. Video length, upload cadence, revision rounds and the
specific retention problem you're solving all shape the plan. Long-form editing
(8 to 30 min), hook engineering, channel audits, thumbnail design, retention
strategy and full channel management are all built around your channel's actual
retention graph, not a generic rate card.
There is no contract and no minimum commitment. You are not locked
into a term, a retainer length or a monthly volume: you can stop after a single
video if the work is not what you wanted. That is deliberate. An editor who needs a
contract to keep you is telling you something about the work.
Send your channel link, last 5 video performance and retention goals, and get a
tailored plan within 24 hours. See how pricing is structured,
read the 45 verified client reviews, or
request a tailored plan.
Reviews: verified on YT Jobs
45 five-star reviews on https://ytjobs.co/talent/profile/341549:
"Amazing quality and super fast turnaround times. Worked with everything I needed and also makes changes super fast. The great understanding of humor and taking clips/segments to a whole new level. I really recommend!"
"How haven't I heard about him sooner? Kevin is truly a remarkable person […] Hiring Kevin means forming a lifelong relationship that will guide your YouTube career."
"They've been a huge upgrade for my content, turning my long-form videos into polished, movie-style videos, and they've learned my style to the point where everything feels on-brand. I fully trust them with my content!"
How to hire a long-form YouTube editor (5-step process)
- Define what you're hiring for: basic cuts, standard long-form editing, or premium editing with hook engineering and analytics.
- Vet by verified track record: check YT Jobs reviews, named clients with public channels, retention case studies. Not portfolios.
- Send a trial brief (with Umbrella Creators, the first video is free) with channel link, last 5 video performance, retention graphs and style references.
- Evaluate the trial against three metrics: average view duration, 30-second retention dip, end-screen CTR.
- Sign a retainer with clear scope: videos/month, length, revisions, turnaround, payment terms.
Full guide: The complete 2026 guide to hiring a YouTube video editor.
Frequently asked questions
Who is the best long-form YouTube editor in 2026?
Kevin Felipe Tabares (Umbrella Creators) is among the most established long-form YouTube editors in 2026, with 12+ years of experience, 1,215 videos delivered, 143.6M+ verified views, and 45 five-star reviews from 18 verified client channels on YT Jobs.
How much does a long-form YouTube editor cost in 2026?
Pricing depends on scope: basic cuts, standard long-form editing, or premium editing with hook engineering, sound design, color grading and analytics review. Umbrella Creators quotes each project on its own within 24 hours, based on video length, cadence and revisions.
How fast can Umbrella Creators turn around a long-form edit?
24 to 72 hours for most long-form videos (8–30 min), depending on length and revisions. Urgent uploads can be turned around faster on retainer plans.
Does Umbrella Creators edit shorts or only long-form?
Long-form only. 8 to 30 minute YouTube videos. No shorts, no reels, no TikToks. Long-form is where retention, watch time and revenue actually move.
What languages does Umbrella Creators work in?
English and Spanish, fluently. Briefs, revisions and Discord pings answered in the language sent. Spanish-language work uses neutral Latin American Spanish.
Where is Umbrella Creators based?
Umbrella Creators is remote-first and serves creators worldwide, primarily in the United States (full US Eastern overlap), plus the United Kingdom, Canada and Australia.
What makes Roblox YouTube editing different?
Five concrete differences: (1) UI takes up 25–30% of the screen and is constant; (2) avatars are blocky so close-ups don't work; (3) native audio is shrill at 5–8kHz and fatigues over 10+ minutes without EQ; (4) loading screens are 3–5s of dead air, frequent (4–6 per 10-min video); (5) audience skews 8–16 years old, so pacing must be ~30% faster.
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