Film and Video Editors
Median salary, education path, job outlook, and related careers — based on U.S. labor data.
Median salary
$75,420/yr
Typical range
$52,720 – $105,310
Education
Bachelor's degree
Time to entry
About 4 years
What a Film and Video Editors does
Assemble raw footage into polished final products by cutting clips, adding effects, color-correcting, and syncing audio for films, shows, and digital media. Shape pacing and storytelling through editing decisions.
Education & path
The typical entry point is a bachelor's degree. About 4 years.
Estimated cost of that path: ~$40,000. Estimated payback: ~3 years. Estimates only — actual cost varies widely by school and financial aid; payback assumes ~20% of income applied.
Related careers
- Graphic Designers — $62,960/yr
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- Interior Designers — $67,190/yr
- Audio and Video Technicians — $58,100/yr
- Art Directors — $114,850/yr
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