Freelance Video Editor Rate Calculator
Price video editing work — YouTube long-form, short-form Reels/TikTok, ad creative, or corporate — based on real freelance market rates.
Calculate my rate →Entry-level
$25–$45
Typical 2026 range
Experienced
$70–$130
Typical 2026 range
Expert
$150–$220
Typical 2026 range
What this calculator does
Built specifically for freelance video editor rates. Every multiplier is tuned to real 2026 benchmarks.
- ✓YouTube, short-form, ads, corporate, wedding
- ✓Complexity multiplier for VFX / motion graphics
- ✓Per-minute and per-project quote modes
- ✓Retention insight: what long-form editors earn on retainer
Frequently asked questions
How much do freelance video editors charge?+
Entry-level editors charge $25–$45/hr. Mid-level editors with 3+ years earn $70–$130/hr. Motion graphics specialists and long-form YouTube editors on retainer bill $150–$220/hr equivalent.
Should I charge per finished minute or per hour?+
Per-hour protects you on complex edits; per-minute wins on repeatable YouTube-style content. Most pros mix: per-minute base + hourly for revisions.
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