Film and Video Editors

Media Production • Creative & Media Careers

Edit moving images on film, video, or other media. May work with a producer or director to organize images for final production. May edit or synchronize soundtracks with images. Excludes "Sound Engineering Technicians" (27-4014).

Typical Salary (Median)
$70,980
(2024 BLS data)
Half earn more, half earn less
Average Salary (Mean)
$83,530
Mathematical average of all salaries
National Employment
28,860
Education Required
Bachelor's degree
BLS Code: 274032

Understanding Salary Statistics: The typical salary (median) shows what a middle-of-the-road Film and Video Editors earns, making it useful for salary negotiations. The average salary (mean) can be higher due to top earners and is often used in industry reports.

Salary Distribution

National salary ranges for Film and Video Editors (2024)

10th Percentile
$39,170
25th Percentile
$50,230
75th Percentile
$101,570
90th Percentile
$145,900

Top Industries

Industries with the most Film and Video Editors positions

1
Cross-industry, Private, Federal, State, and Local Government
28,860
$83,530 avg
2
Cross-industry, Private Ownership Only
28,370
$84,020 avg
3
Sector 51 - Information
18,900
$88,150 avg
4
Motion Picture and Sound Recording Industries
14,230
$91,390 avg
5
Motion Picture and Video Industries
13,760
$92,520 avg

Work Environment

Studio Office

Career Overview

💼 About This Career

Film and Video Editors professionals work in creative & media careers, specifically in media production. This role typically requires bachelor's degree and offers a median salary of $70,980.

📊 Job Market Outlook

The job growth outlook for Film and Video Editors is rated as Moderate. Currently, there are approximately 28,860 people employed in this occupation nationwide.

Related Skills & Keywords

video editor film editor post production

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Data Source: Salary and employment statistics are from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) program , 2024 data. Historical trends show changes over time. Individual results may vary based on experience, location, and employer.