Film & Video Editors
Code: 27-4032.00Median Annual Salary
Competitive / Variable
Sector & location dependent
Preparation & Education
Standard Educational Pathways
Job Zone N/A
Industry Outlook
Stable Growth
Active demand across the UK workforce
Role Overview & What They Do
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.
Also Known As (Alternative Job Titles)
Editor
Film Editor
News Editor
News Video Editor
News Videotape Editor
Non-Linear Editor
Online Editor
Tape Editor
Television News Video Editor
Video Editor
Daily Duties & On-The-Job Tasks
- Organize and string together raw footage into a continuous whole according to scripts or the instructions of directors and producers.
- Edit films and videotapes to insert music, dialogue, and sound effects, to arrange films into sequences, and to correct errors, using editing equipment.
- Select and combine the most effective shots of each scene to form a logical and smoothly running story.
Frequently Asked Questions About Film & Video Editors
Salaries for a Film & Video Editors vary depending on regional demand across the UK, industry sector, relevant technical certifications, and years of experience.
Most employers hiring for a Film & Video Editors in the UK require a combination of relevant educational qualifications, technical certifications, or demonstrative on-the-job vocational experience.
Essential skills and tooling for a Film & Video Editors include: Industry standard competencies, tooling, and methods. Practitioners also benefit from strong analytical problem solving and communication skills.
The UK job market maintains steady employment demand for qualified Film & Video Editors professionals across diverse sectors.
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Salaries vary depending on region, certifications, and years of experience.
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