Freelance Rate Calculator / Video Editor
Freelance video editors cut, color-grade, and finish video content for clients ranging from YouTubers to agencies. Motion graphics and VFX skills push rates to the high end.
Your freelance hourly rate
$63
per hour
Average Video Editor rate: $30–$130/h
Your rate is 5% above the typical rate
| Level | Hourly Rate | Annual (est.) |
|---|---|---|
| Entry-level | $30/h | $36,000/yr |
| Mid-level | $60/h | $72,000/yr |
| Senior / specialist | $130/h | $156,000/yr |
Annual estimates based on ~1,200 billable hours/year.
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