Most video editors undercharge by 30–60%. This fixes that instantly.
Most video editors charge:
• $20 to $50/hour for beginner editing
• $50 to $120/hour for intermediate editors
• $120 to $300+/hour for advanced or specialized editing
Rates vary based on video length, complexity, and turnaround time.
Answer a few questions to get your recommended price range instantly.
Most video editors don’t undercharge because they lack skill…
they undercharge because they don’t confidently explain their pricing.
“Based on the length, complexity, and editing time required, my rate for this project is $X.”
Most video editors raise their rates within days of using these scripts.
Use your result as a starting point, then adjust based on editing time, revisions, effects, and turnaround speed.
• Video length
• Complexity of edits
• Effects and graphics
• Turnaround time
• Client type
• Experience level
Example 1:
Beginner, short social clip
👉 $30–$80
Example 2:
Intermediate, YouTube video
👉 $100–$300
Example 3:
Advanced, ad or branded content
👉 $400–$1,500+
• Charging per hour instead of per project
• Not pricing based on complexity
• Including unlimited revisions
• Undercharging for fast turnaround
• Not charging more for business clients
Most video editors undercharge.
If your edits help someone grow, sell, or go viral, you can charge more than basic hourly rates.
Clients pay for the final result - not just the time spent editing.
How much should I charge for video editing?
Most editors charge between $30 and $300+ per hour depending on experience and project type.
Should I charge hourly or per video?
Per-project pricing is often better for video editing work.
Do I charge more for fast delivery?
Yes. Rush edits should always cost more.
Should I charge more for business clients?
Yes. Business and agency clients typically pay higher rates.
Helping freelancers and side hustlers price their services confidently.
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