Film and Video Editors Jobs Pay in New York-Newark-Jersey City, NY

Average Hourly Pay

$55.89
74.7%Above national average

Range: $53.23 – $58.55

Average Annual Pay

$116,254
74.7%Above national average

Range: $110,718 – $121,790

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

$47.51/hr

Range: $45.25 – $49.77

Annual Rate

$98,816

Range: $94,110 $103,522

Mid level

3-5 years

Hourly Rate

$55.89/hr

Range: $53.23 – $58.55

Annual Rate

$116,254

Range: $110,718 $121,790

Senior level

6+ years

Hourly Rate

$64.27/hr

Range: $61.21 – $67.33

Annual Rate

$133,692

Range: $127,326 $140,059

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