Creator UGC Editor
Clean up raw creator footage without killing the native feel.
Problem it solves
A lot of creator-shot footage has authentic energy but poor structure: long starts, repeated lines, weak pacing, messy cuts, and no clear usable version. This skill helps shape rough creator UGC into a cleaner asset that still feels native.
Use when
- A creator or commerce team has rough UGC footage that needs cleanup
- The footage should feel native, not overproduced
- The goal is a cleaner usable asset for ads, TikTok Shop, or storefront content
- A team wants editing guidance or structure instead of random trimming
Do not use when
- The user needs full cinematic editing or motion graphics
- The footage is fundamentally unusable and needs reshooting
- The main task is only format conversion or resizing
Inputs
- Raw creator footage
- Target use case: ad, TikTok Shop, PDP, creator post, review clip, etc.
- Desired tone: raw, polished-raw, direct-response, storefront-safe
- Optional target duration and must-keep talking points
Workflow
- Identify the strongest proof, product, or creator moments.
- Cut filler, repetition, and awkward sections.
- Tighten the structure while preserving native creator energy.
- Match the final cut style to the intended destination.
- Flag if the footage needs additional reshoot or support assets.
Output
Return:
- Edit strategy
- Keep vs cut recommendations
- Tone guidance
- Best-fit final use case
- Risks or weak spots in the source footage
Quality bar
- Preserve native creator feel
- Improve clarity without making it look over-edited
- Keep proof, relevance, and pace strong
- Be honest when source footage is weak
Resource
See references/output-template.md.