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Chess

Adjunct Faculty Pool - Film (FILM)

Santa Fe, NM · On-site

... editing, volumetric LED, directing for the film/television, acting for film/television, film studies, and other Film/Television fields. * For certain classes, on-set safety training and/or OSHA 10 or ...

Lynn University

Adjunct, Fashion Design

Lynn, MA

Depending on the successful candidate's area of expertise, courses may include Film Appreciation, Film Editing, Studio Production, Documentary, Interpersonal Communication, Public Speaking ...

1r Agency

Freelance Digital Designer

Manhattan, NY · On-site

Experience with a variety of other softwares including Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator, Keynote, experience in motion graphics and/or film editing is a plus. * Experience with Jira and Monday would ...

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As of Aug 11, 2026, the average hourly pay for film editing in the United States is $31.60, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $21.39 and $39.66 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of a film editor?

As a Film Editor, your daily tasks typically include assembling raw footage, selecting the best takes, organizing and trimming clips, and creating seamless transitions to shape the narrative. You’ll regularly collaborate with directors, producers, and sound teams to integrate visual and audio elements, and may also work on color correction or visual effects. Reviewing feedback and making adjustments is a crucial part of the editing process. The workpace can be dynamic, with deadlines that may require periods of intense focus and teamwork, especially as projects near completion.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in film editing, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Film Editor, you need a strong command of storytelling, visual continuity, and film editing techniques, often backed by a relevant degree or experience in film production. Proficiency with industry-standard editing software such as Adobe Premiere Pro, Avid Media Composer, or Final Cut Pro is essential, and certification in these tools can be advantageous. Strong attention to detail, creativity, collaboration, and time management are crucial soft skills that help editors deliver high-quality work on tight deadlines. Mastery of both technical and creative skills ensures that films are engaging, polished, and meet the director’s vision.

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Infographic showing various Film Editing job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% Internship, 77% Full Time, 16% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 74% Physical, 5% Hybrid, and 21% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $65,728 per year, or $31.6 per hour.

Program Administrator, Remarque Institute

New York University

New York, NY • On-site

$72K - $88K/yr

Full-time

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Company rating: 8.5 out of 10

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80th of 617 rated colleges and universities

Job description

Oversee the daily workings of Remarques Fellowship Programs, ensuring a high-quality experience for visitors, from the time of their application to their departure, working with various University offices in order to integrate them into the Institute and NYU. Manage Remarque housing,\train students or clerical employees, and assist with event production. Serve as a Remarque liaison for communications with other schools and University offices, students, faculty, vendors, and program partners, overseeing projects as needed.
Required Education:
Bachelor's Degree
Required Experience:
2+ years of related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience. Must include experience working with university students and administering academic programs and events.
Required Skills, Knowledge and Abilities:
Ability to interact with a diverse population at all levels. Excellent interpersonal, organizational, presentation and communication skills. Familiarity with standard Microsoft Office software, Adobe Creative Suite, web design, graphic design, and film editing.
In compliance with NYC's Pay Transparency Act, the annual base salary range for this position is USD $72,000.00 to USD $88,000.00. New York University considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as, market and organizational considerations when extending an offer. This pay range represents base pay only and excludes any additional items such as incentives, bonuses, clinical compensation, or other items.
NYU aims to be among the greenest urban campuses in the country and carbon neutral by 2040. Learn more at nyu.edu/nyugreen.
NYU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to a policy of equal treatment and opportunity in every aspect of its recruitment and hiring process without regard to age, alienage, caregiver status, childbirth, citizenship status, color, creed, disability, domestic violence victim status, ethnicity, familial status, gender and/or gender identity or expression, marital status, military status, national origin, parental status, partnership status, predisposing genetic characteristics, pregnancy, race, religion, reproductive health decision making, sex, sexual orientation, unemployment status, veteran status, or any other legally protected basis. All interested persons are encouraged to apply at all levels.

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Since its founding in 1831, NYU has been an innovator in higher education, reaching out to an emerging middle class, embracing an urban identity and professional focus, and promoting a global vision that informs its 20 schools and colleges. Today, that trailblazing spirit makes NYU one of the most prominent and respected research universities in the world, featuring top-ranked academic programs and accepting fewer than one in eight undergraduates. Anchored in New York City and with degree-granting campuses in Abu Dhabi and Shanghai as well as 12 study away sites throughout the world, NYU is a leader in global education, with more international students and more students studying abroad than any other US university.

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