Video Editor Salary in 2026
Video editors cut and assemble footage into polished videos for film, television, social media, and corporate content. They add effects, music, and transitions to tell compelling stories.
Median Salary
$57,000
$4,750/mo
Entry Level
$36,000
starting pay
Senior Level
$87,000
experienced
Job Growth
+12%
10-yr outlook
Video Editor Overview
Video editors cut and assemble footage into polished videos for film, television, social media, and corporate content. They add effects, music, and transitions to tell compelling stories.
Education
Bachelor's Degree
Experience
1-3 years
Industry
Creative
Total Jobs (US)
55K
5-Year Growth
+15%
Category
Creative
Hourly Rate
$27.40/hr
Monthly Pay
$4,750
Video Editor Salary Calculator
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Mid Career (5-9 yrs)
Estimated Video Editor Salary
$70,000
$5,833/month · $2,692/biweekly · $33.65/hr
Video Editor Salary Range
Salary distribution from entry-level to top earners in the Video Editor field.
Entry-level Video Editors earn around $36,000, while the top 10% earn $96,000 or more.
Top Paying States for Video Editors
| State | Est. Median Salary | vs National |
|---|---|---|
| California | $67,000 | +$10,000 |
| New York | $66,000 | +$9,000 |
| Texas | $56,000 | $-1,000 |
| Florida | $56,000 | $-1,000 |
| Georgia | $55,000 | $-2,000 |
Top Paying Cities for Video Editors
| City | Est. Median Salary | vs National |
|---|---|---|
| New York | $67,000 | +$10,000 |
| Los Angeles | $64,000 | +$7,000 |
| Austin | $59,000 | +$2,000 |
| Miami | $58,000 | +$1,000 |
| Atlanta | $56,000 | $-1,000 |
Required Skills & Certifications
Key Skills
Certifications
Video Editor Career Progression
Typical salary growth path for a Video Editor from entry level to expert.
$36,000
0-2 years
$62,000
3-7 years
$87,000
8-14 years
$105,000
15+ years
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