
Services
Your Story, Our Craft.
Video Editing
Professional grade editing for your video footage
Color Correction/Sound Leveling
Adjustment of visual and audio levels to spec
Motion Graphics
Basic animation of graphical elements
Our Process

1
Free Consultation
In this pre-production phase you tell us all about your project and any specifics relating to the video footage. We will generate a no obligation price quote and present it for your review and approval before moving forward.
2
Footage Acquisition
Get us your footage by any means:
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In-person meeting
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Studio drop off
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Upload to a cloud service where we can high-speed download
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Courier or mail hard drive to studio
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Editing
Now the magic can start. Editing can commence on your project and we will tailor it to your exact specifications. Color grading, sound leveling, transitions and motion graphics are done during this phase as well as revisions as needed.
Video Gallery
Demo Reel
Demo Reel
Memomi - The World's First Digital Mirror
Kris Davis - Diatom Ribbons ft. Grammy Winner Esperanza Spalding (Official Video)
Campbell PD - Recruitment Main
Alameda Food Bank - 30sec PSA
📦 Monthly Retainer Packages
Built for Growing Brands
Want to stay consistent without worrying about editing delays or bottlenecks?
VELA’s retainer packages make it easy to scale your content output — without scaling your stress.
✅ 10–30 short-form videos per month
✅ Rough cuts delivered within 24–48 hours
✅ Dedicated editor oversight
✅ Flat monthly rates, no surprises
✅ Fully remote — serving brands and agencies worldwide
Available Packages Starting at $1,000/month.
Let's keep your content engine running.
🌎 Work With Us From Anywhere
Based in Los Angeles — working with creative teams and brands across the U.S. and worldwide.
Quick, clear, flexible collaboration built for your pace — no in-house team needed.
About Video Editing LA

At Video Editing LA (VELA), we help brands, agencies, and creators deliver consistent, high-impact video content — fast, polished, and ready to engage.
We transform raw footage into scroll-stopping, story-driven videos that grow audiences, drive engagement, and elevate brands — without slowing you down.
Whether you need quick-turn social edits, launch campaigns, or overflow production support, VELA keeps your content engine running at full speed.
🎯 What We Do Best
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Short-Form Editing: High-quality edits for Reels, TikToks, YouTube Shorts — delivered within 24–48 hours.
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Branded Content Production: Launch promos, storytelling campaigns, and social media video packages.
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Motion Graphics & Color Grading: Polished, dynamic visuals that grab attention fast.
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Sound Design: Music, voiceovers, and immersive audio that drive emotional engagement.
🤝 Why Brands and Agencies Choose VELA
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Speed Without Sacrificing Quality: Rough cuts in 24–48 hours, final delivery tuned for maximum impact.
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Agency-Level Polish: Broadcast-ready editing trusted by brands featured on ABC, PBS, WSJ, Fox Sports, and more.
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Senior-Level Oversight: Every project benefits from the direct attention of founder Derek O. Hanley — 10+ years post-production experience.
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Flexible Collaboration: Project-based, retainer, and overflow support — we adapt to your workflow, not the other way around.
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Satisfaction Guarantee: If you're not happy with the work, you don't pay — period.
👋 Who We Work With
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Creative agencies scaling content production
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Brands launching new products or campaigns
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Entrepreneurs and creators growing their audience with consistent, professional video
🚀 Ready to Keep Your Content Moving?
Let’s talk about how VELA can support your upcoming projects — and help your brand stay visible, engaging, and ahead of the curve.
VELA is led by Derek O. Hanley, a post-production expert with 10+ years experience crafting content featured by ABC, PBS, Fox Sports, and the Wall Street Journal.

🚀 Let's Create Together
Need consistent, high-quality video content for your brand or clients?
We’d love to hear about your next project.
✅ Fast turnaround (24–48 hours)
✅ Polished short-form, branded content
✅ Flexible project and retainer options
✅ Fully remote or Los Angeles-based production

Book a Free Consult