Film and Video Editors | Career

General Information

Description

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.

Workplace at a Glance

What you can expect to experience while on the job

Responsibility
Exposure to job hazards
Physical activity
Decision making
Repetitiveness
Level of competition
Time pressure

Industry areas

Arts, Audio/Video Technology & Communications

Job Outlook

Overall employment of film and video editors and camera operators is projected to grow 12 percent from 2021 to 2031, much faster than the average for all occupations. About 9,400 openings for film and video editors and camera operators are projected each year, on average, over the decade. Many of those openings are expected to result from the need to replace workers who transfer to different occupations or exit the labor force, such as to retire.

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Salary

Average Salary

Salary

$62,680

State-by-state Salary

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$98,840

$30,770

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Education

Most Common Education Levels

People in this career achieve this level of education.

Bachelor's degree 65%
High school 16%
Associate's degree 16%
Some college 1%
Master's degree 0%
Doctoral degree 0%
Post baccalaureate 0%
Less than high school 0%
Post-doctoral training 0%
Post-master's certificate 0%
First professional degree 0%
Post-secondary certificate 0%

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Knowledge

Communications and Media
English Language
Computers and Electronics
Telecommunications
Production and Processing

Skills at a Glance

Skills helpful in this career

Verbal skills
Critical thinking & problem solving
Equipment operation & maintenance
Math & science skills
Technology design & control
Leadership

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