Film and Video Editors Jobs Pay in Chicago-Naperville-Elgin, IL
Average Hourly Pay
$33.94
6.1%Above national average
Range: $32.32 – $35.55
Average Annual Pay
$70,587
6.1%Above national average
Range: $67,226 – $73,948
How much do Film and Video Editors make?
Your level of experience is a key factor in determining your earning potential. Here's what you can expect at different career stages:
Entry Level
0-2 years
Hourly Rate
$28.85/hr
Range: $27.47 – $30.22
Annual Rate
$59,999
Range: $57,142 – $62,856
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$33.94/hr
Range: $32.32 – $35.55
Annual Rate
$70,587
Range: $67,226 – $73,948
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$39.03/hr
Range: $37.17 – $40.88
Annual Rate
$81,175
Range: $77,310 – $85,040
Film and Video Editors job description
Film and Video Editors professionals create visual, written, or multimedia content for various purposes. They combine artistic talent with technical skills to produce compelling creative work.
Responsibilities
- •Develop creative concepts and designs
- •Collaborate with clients and teams
- •Use industry-standard software
- •Meet project deadlines
- •Present and revise work
- •Stay current with design trends
Skills
- •Creative design skills
- •Software proficiency
- •Communication
- •Attention to detail
- •Time management
- •Adaptability
Qualifications
- •Degree in design or related field
- •Portfolio of work
- •Proficiency in creative software
- •Industry experience preferred
