Film and Video Editors Jobs Pay in San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA

Average Hourly Pay

$72.44
126.4%Above national average

Range: $68.99 – $75.89

Average Annual Pay

$150,674
126.4%Above national average

Range: $143,499 – $157,849

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

$61.57/hr

Range: $58.64 – $64.51

Annual Rate

$128,073

Range: $121,974 $134,172

Mid level

3-5 years

Hourly Rate

$72.44/hr

Range: $68.99 – $75.89

Annual Rate

$150,674

Range: $143,499 $157,849

Senior level

6+ years

Hourly Rate

$83.31/hr

Range: $79.34 – $87.27

Annual Rate

$173,275

Range: $165,024 $181,526

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