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Creative Video Editor Jobs in California (NOW HIRING)

Invisible Narratives is looking for a contract Social Video Editor. You live on YouTube, TikTok ... Work directly with creative leadership to take direction and raw material to a finished edit. * Add ...

Video Editor

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$40 - $42/hr

Jul 27, 2026 Join a leading creative studio that's at the forefront of shaping how a major brand ... Collaborate closely with creative directors, art directors, and producers throughout the editing ...

What You Will Be Doing As a Video Editor, you will play a key role in bringing the Titleist brand ... Proficiency in Adobe Premiere Pro and Adobe Creative Cloud, with working knowledge of Adobe After ...

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Invisible Narratives is looking for a contract Social Video Editor. You live on YouTube, TikTok ... Work directly with creative leadership to take direction and raw material to a finished edit. * Add ...

Serve as a central force in our content engine, helping transform ideas, footage, and creative ... Experience editing content across social media, branded content, documentaries, interviews, and ...

KRCR has an excellent opportunity for an experienced, detail oriented and creative News Editor! Job responsibilities include: * Editing video for daily news coverage, special projects, and sweep ...

News Video Editor

Redding, CA · On-site

$17.50 - $18.11/hr

KRCR has an excellent opportunity for an experienced, detail oriented and creative News Editor! Job responsibilities include: * Editing video for daily news coverage, special projects, and sweep ...

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How much do creative video editor jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 8, 2026, the average hourly pay for creative video editor in California is $31.19, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $21.11 and $39.13 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

How do you become a creative video editor?

To become a creative video editor, you typically need to develop strong skills in editing software such as Adobe Premiere Pro or Final Cut Pro, often through formal education, online courses, or self-study. Building a portfolio of diverse projects and gaining experience through internships or freelance work can help demonstrate your creativity and technical ability in the field.

What is a creative video editor?

A Creative Video Editor is responsible for assembling, editing, and enhancing video content to create engaging visual stories. They use editing software to cut footage, add effects, and refine the audio-visual experience. This role requires creativity, attention to detail, and technical skills in video editing and post-production. Creative Video Editors often collaborate with directors, producers, and marketing teams to align content with a brand’s vision.

What skills and qualifications are needed to thrive as a creative video editor?

To thrive as a Creative Video Editor, you need expertise in video editing principles, storytelling, and visual design, typically supported by experience with industry-standard software like Adobe Premiere Pro or Final Cut Pro. Familiarity with motion graphics tools, color grading systems, and sometimes a relevant certification or degree are often required. Creative thinking, attention to detail, and strong communication skills set top editors apart. These abilities ensure engaging, polished content that effectively communicates the intended message and meets client or project goals.

What does a creative video editor do?

A Creative Video Editor’s workflow usually begins with reviewing raw footage, understanding the project brief, and discussing creative direction with producers or directors. Editors often work closely with writers, graphic designers, and sound engineers to ensure a cohesive look and feel for each project. Daily tasks might include assembling rough cuts, incorporating feedback, and fine-tuning edits before final delivery. Regular communication and collaboration are key, as projects may evolve rapidly, requiring adaptability and strong teamwork skills. This collaborative environment fosters creative ideas and ensures the final product aligns with the overall vision.

How much money do creative video editors make?

Creative video editors typically earn a median annual salary of around $50,000 to $70,000, depending on experience, location, and industry. Skilled editors proficient in software like Adobe Premiere Pro or Final Cut Pro and with a strong portfolio can earn higher salaries or freelance rates. Entry-level positions generally pay less, while experienced editors or those working in specialized fields may earn significantly more.

Are creative video editors still in demand?

Creative video editors are still in demand as businesses and content creators increasingly rely on video for marketing, social media, and entertainment. Proficiency with editing software like Adobe Premiere Pro or Final Cut Pro and staying updated on industry trends can enhance job prospects in this field.
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Infographic showing various Creative Video Editor job openings in California as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 77% Full Time, 18% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 89% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 8% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $64,867 per year, or $31.2 per hour.

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Livenation

Los Angeles, CA

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

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Company rating: 7.1 out of 10

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Job description

Job Summary:

WHO ARE WE?

Live Nation Entertainment is the world's leading live entertainment company, comprised of global market leaders: Ticketmaster, Live Nation Concerts, and Live Nation Media & Sponsorship. Ticketmaster is the global leader in event ticketing with over 500 million tickets sold annually and more than 12,000 clients worldwide. Live Nation Concerts is the largest provider of live entertainment in the world promoting more than 40,000 shows and 100+ festivals annually for nearly 4,000 artists in over 40 countries. These businesses allow Live Nation Media & Sponsorship to create strategic music marketing programs that connect over 1,000 brands with the 98 million fans that attend Live Nation Entertainment events each year. For additional information, visit www.livenationentertainment.com.

WHO ARE YOU?

Passionate and driven, with an entrepreneurial spirit. Resourceful, innovative, forward-thinking, and collaborative. At Live Nation Entertainment, our people embrace these qualities, so if this sounds like you, please read on!

THE JOB

The Live Nation Content Studio is looking for a full-time Video Editor to lead the editorial vision for custom branded content programs, corporate initiatives, and original series for Setlist.fm. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative environment that requires juggling multiple projects. While this role primarily involves video editing, the ideal candidate will be comfortable with creative producing, post-production supervision, and quality control.

WHAT THIS ROLE WILL DO

  • Act as lead editor for:

    • Client-facing pitch materials

    • Promotional/marketing content for sponsorship clients and artists

    • Interview-based editorial pieces for Setlist.fm

    • Live Nation corporate videos for b2b, internal, and public use

  • Provide occasional on-set creative producer support for:

    • Video shoots at music festivals, concert events or other remote locations (travel required)

    • LA-based shoots with a focus on in-studio interviews for Setlist.fm

  • Supervise edits for Setlist.fm shows, including:

    • Checking in with project leads, CDs and editors to ensure timelines are followed

    • Providing creative feedback alongside the project leads

    • Reviewing cuts for quality control

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Uphold and inform best practices for editing and the post-production process from a creative and technical perspective.

  • Collaborate with project leads, producers, editors, motion designers, audio specialists, colorists, internal stakeholders, clients, and artists on various projects.

  • Adhere to and enhance the creative direction and goals set by project leads and clients.

  • Anticipate challenges and develop smart, efficient solutions in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

WHAT THIS PERSON WILL BRING

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent

  • Minimum of 5 years experience editing and producing digital or video content, ideally in music, entertainment or branded storytelling

  • Proven track record of delivering standout creative in collaboration with brands, agencies, talent, or media platforms

  • Deep understanding of video production workflows including scripting, shooting, post, VFX, and delivery

  • Strong leadership and communication skills; ability to manage clients, creatives, and cross-functional teams

  • Experience managing multiple large-scale projects with competing deadlines

  • Proficiency with creative and production tools (Google Workspace, Keynote)

  • Knowledge of Adobe Creative Cloud software including Photoshop, Illustrator, After Effects, and Audition.

  • Solid understanding of video and audio formats, codecs, and file management

  • Basic knowledge of conforming media for mixing audio and coloring footage, specifically with ProTools and Da Vinci Resolve

  • A passion for storytelling, visual creativity, and cultural relevance

Applicants for employment in the U.S. must possess work authorization which does not require sponsorship by the employer for a visa.

BENEFITS & PERKS

Our motto is 'Taking Care of Our Own' through 6 pillars of benefits:

HEALTH: Medical, Vision and Dental benefits for you and your family, including Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Health Savings Accounts (HSAs)

YOURSELF: Generous paid time off policy including paid holidays, sick time and paid days off for your birthday, Free concert tickets

WEALTH: 401(k) program with company match, Stock Program

FAMILY: New parent programs & support including caregiver leave and baby bonuses, infertility support

CAREER: Tuition reimbursement, student loan repayment internal growth and development programs & trainings

OTHERS: Volunteer time off, crowdfunding network

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

We are passionate and committed to our people and go beyond the rhetoric of diversity and inclusion. You will be working in an inclusive environment and be encouraged to bring your whole self to work. We will do all that we can to help you successfully balance your work and homelife. As a growing business we will encourage you to develop your professional and personal aspirations, enjoy new experiences, and learn from the talented people you will be working with. It's talent that matters to us and we encourage applications from people irrespective of their gender, race, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability status or caring responsibilities.


Live Nation strongly supports equal employment opportunity for all applicants regardless of age (40 and over), ancestry, color, religious creed (including religious dress and grooming practices), family and medical care leave or the denial of family and medical care leave, mental or physical disability (including HIV and AIDS), marital status, domestic partner status, medical condition (including cancer and genetic characteristics), genetic information, military and veteran status, political affiliation, national origin (including language use restrictions), citizenship, race, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth or breastfeeding), gender, gender identity, and gender expression, sexual orientation, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law, rule, ordinance or regulation.

We will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance, San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the California Fair Chance Act and consistent with other similar and / or applicable laws in other areas.

We also afford equal employment opportunities to qualified individuals with a disability. For this reason, Live Nation will make reasonable accommodations for the known physical or mental limitations of an otherwise qualified individual with a disability who is an applicant consistent with its legal obligations to do so, including reasonable accommodations related to pregnancy in accordance with applicable local, state and / or federal law. As part of its commitment to make reasonable accommodations, Live Nation also wishes to participate in a timely, good faith, interactive process with a disabled applicant to determine effective reasonable accommodations, if any, which can be made in response to a request for accommodations. Applicants are invited to identify reasonable accommodations that can be made to assist them to perform the essential functions of the position they seek. Any applicant who requires an accommodation in order to perform the essential functions of the job should contact a Human Resources Representative to request the opportunity to participate in a timely interactive process. Live Nation will also provide reasonable religious accommodations on a case by case basis.

HIRING PRACTICES
The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

Live Nation recruitment policies are designed to place the most highly qualified persons available in a timely and efficient manner. Live Nation may pursue all avenues available, including promotion from within, employee referrals, outside advertising, employment agencies, internet recruiting, job fairs, college recruiting and search firms.
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The expected compensation for this position is: $75,000.

** Pay is based on a number of factors including market location, qualifications, skills, and experience.

Live Nation Entertainment will never request payment or equipment purchases as part of the hiring process. Recruiters will only contact candidates from official Live Nation or affiliated brand email domains.


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