Film
Video Editing
Edit videos for YouTubers, businesses, and social media content creators.
creativeIntermediate$800 - $6,000/mo
Overview
With the explosion of video content on YouTube, TikTok, and social media, video editors are in high demand. Many content creators and businesses outsource editing to focus on content creation.
How to Get Started
- 1Learn video editing with DaVinci Resolve (free) or Adobe Premiere Pro
- 2Edit sample videos to build a showreel
- 3Reach out to small YouTubers who need editing help
- 4Post your services on Fiverr and Upwork
- 5Specialize in a specific style (YouTube, short-form, corporate)
Pros
- High demand
- Creative work
- Good income potential
- Can build long-term client relationships
Cons
- Software can be expensive
- Large file sizes need good hardware
- Revision requests can be extensive
Recommended Tools & Platforms
Adobe Premiere ProDaVinci ResolveAfter EffectsFrame.ioEpidemic Sound
Pro Tip
Specialize in editing for a specific platform (YouTube long-form, TikTok/Reels, corporate). YouTubers with growing channels make great recurring clients.
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