Freelance Video Editor
Average rate
$69/hr
-21.48% YoY
Typical range
$30–$80
25th–75th percentile
Submissions
126
Updated November 2025
Top market
North Macedonia
$100/hr typical
High confidenceMost common skills: adobe premiere pro, adobe creative cloud, and adobe after effects.What would $69/hr earn in a year? →
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Frequently asked questions
- How much do freelance Video Editors charge per hour?
- Based on 126 crowdsourced submissions, freelance Video Editors charge an average of $69 per hour, with most rates falling between $30 and $80. Last updated November 2025.
- What do top-earning freelance Video Editors make?
- The top 10% of Video Editor submissions report $100 per hour or more. Rates at that level usually reflect deep specialization, senior experience, and clients in high-paying markets.
- Which skills matter most for Video Editor rates?
- The most common skills in Video Editor submissions are adobe premiere pro, adobe creative cloud, and adobe after effects. Specializing in in-demand skills is one of the most reliable ways to justify a higher rate.
- Where does this Video Editor rate data come from?
- Every rate is anonymously submitted by a real freelancer, consultant, or contractor and passes moderation before publication. contractrates.fyi is free and community funded.
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