We help creators scale to 10M+ views through high-retention editing.
A post-production studio for serious YouTubers. We build the visual engines behind health, productivity, finance and documentary channels — using behavioral pacing, cinematic color and world-class motion design.
2 spots left this quarter Free 30-min call — you leave with a retention audit, pitch or not
Average increase in watch-time within a creator's first 90 days with us.
Views generated across the creators we work with.
Selected work
The videos behind the numbers.
Tap any project to watch. Every cut is engineered for the first 30 seconds, then again for the second act.
Services
Everything your channel needs, under one roof.
Video Editing
Pacing, sound design, and narrative flow tuned for maximum AVD.
Color Grading
Cinematic looks calibrated to your channel's identity and lighting.
Motion & VFX
Custom 2D/3D assets that visualize complex ideas without losing the viewer.
Short-form
Reels, TikTok and Shorts engineered for retention loops and saves.
Long-form YouTube
10–25 minute essays and docs built for watch-time and the 1% click.
Ads & Commercials
Brand spots and creator-led ads that hook in the first 1.5 seconds.
Thumbnail design
The 1% click is earned, not lucky.
1,400+ thumbnails shipped
Short-form
Engineered for the scroll.
Reels, Shorts and TikTok cuts tuned for retention loops, saves and re-watches.
Process
Four steps. Zero chaos.
Strategy call
We map your channel, audience and retention curve. Decide if we're a fit.
Footage drop
You upload raw files. We handle the rest — script, edit, color, sound, motion.
Review & polish
Two rounds of revisions on a shared timeline. Frame-accurate notes.
Ship & scale
Master delivery + custom thumbnail. We track AVD and iterate next video.
Meet the founder
Shanu Chand — Founder & Lead Editor
Building VidGrade since 2021
Back in 2021 I was just a guy with a laptop trying to figure out my direction. One day I opened YouTube and thought, "why not make a video?" That single thought introduced me to editing — and I instantly fell in love with it.
What started as curiosity became a passion, then a career. Since then I've edited 2,000+ videos for creators and brands in Adobe Premiere Pro and After Effects — obsessing over retention, storytelling, pacing and visuals that keep people watching.
I've spent six years obsessing over retention. Let's put it to work on your videos.
Testimonials
We don't just edit. We engineer attention.
Vidgrade is fantastic to work with! Super transparent and honest! Fast turn-around times! Excellent final product each time we work together, couldn't ask for more! I use his services exclusively because of the consistently positive experiences and highly recommend Vidgrade to others.
We cycled through 4 editors before Vidgrade. Revisions, delays, confusion — every project was draining. With Vidgrade, we finally feel like we have a creative partner who understands us. Every delivery is clean, fast, and on-point.
I was overwhelmed managing my YouTube channel alone. Scripting, editing, thumbnails — it was all too much. Vidgrade came in, took over editing, and now I actually enjoy creating again.
Shanu is an awesome guy, really easy-going and incredibly helpful. Every time I've asked for something, he's been very responsive. He's quick to respond and always manages to fulfill what I ask for without any hassle. Just a breeze to work with!
I've used Vidgrade several times, and they do not disappoint. They continue to go above and beyond for our projects and take the time to ensure we are happy with the finished product.
Vidgrade is fantastic to work with! Super transparent and honest! Fast turn-around times! Excellent final product each time we work together, couldn't ask for more! I use his services exclusively because of the consistently positive experiences and highly recommend Vidgrade to others.
We cycled through 4 editors before Vidgrade. Revisions, delays, confusion — every project was draining. With Vidgrade, we finally feel like we have a creative partner who understands us. Every delivery is clean, fast, and on-point.
I was overwhelmed managing my YouTube channel alone. Scripting, editing, thumbnails — it was all too much. Vidgrade came in, took over editing, and now I actually enjoy creating again.
Shanu is an awesome guy, really easy-going and incredibly helpful. Every time I've asked for something, he's been very responsive. He's quick to respond and always manages to fulfill what I ask for without any hassle. Just a breeze to work with!
I've used Vidgrade several times, and they do not disappoint. They continue to go above and beyond for our projects and take the time to ensure we are happy with the finished product.
Very good experience working with Vidgrade. My project was delivered to the best of his ability! The video editing was great and he provided revisions as per my feedback. Highly recommended — will surely work on the next project soon!
Truly one of the best agencies I've met! We will work together on many projects!
Always takes great care of me.
High quality work, as usual. Recommended!
Very good experience working with Vidgrade. My project was delivered to the best of his ability! The video editing was great and he provided revisions as per my feedback. Highly recommended — will surely work on the next project soon!
Truly one of the best agencies I've met! We will work together on many projects!
Always takes great care of me.
High quality work, as usual. Recommended!
FAQ
Questions, answered straight.
Still curious? Drop it on the strategy call — we'll cover everything in 30 minutes.