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How much do finishing editor jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 24, 2026, the average hourly pay for finishing editor in Tennessee is $26.10, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $20.10 and $29.04 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a finishing editor?

A Finishing Editor is responsible for the final visual and technical polish of a video or film. They refine color correction, adjust visual effects, and ensure consistency in the final product. This role also involves working with sound design, graphics, and formatting to meet broadcast or streaming standards. Finishing Editors collaborate closely with directors, cinematographers, and post-production teams to achieve the desired aesthetic. Their expertise ensures a professional, high-quality result before the content is released.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of a finishing editor in a post-production studio?

As a Finishing Editor, your day-to-day work involves assembling final edits, color grading footage, mixing and mastering audio, and ensuring all visual and audio elements meet broadcast or client specifications. You'll typically collaborate closely with directors, producers, and sound designers to achieve the intended creative vision, often making adjustments based on feedback. Checking for technical errors, exporting deliverables in required formats, and participating in review sessions are also frequent tasks. This hands-on role requires both technical precision and creativity, making each project unique and engaging.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the finishing editor position, and why are they important?

A Finishing Editor must possess advanced knowledge of post-production processes, video editing, color grading, and sound finishing, usually backed by a relevant degree or extensive experience. Expertise with industry-standard software such as Adobe Premiere Pro, DaVinci Resolve, Avid Media Composer, and certification in platforms like Dolby Atmos are commonly required. Exceptional attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and the ability to collaborate and communicate clearly with creative teams are vital soft skills. These competences ensure high-quality, polished content that meets both artistic and technical standards under tight deadlines.

What are the most commonly searched types of Finishing Editor jobs in Tennessee?

The most popular types of Finishing Editor jobs in Tennessee are:

Infographic showing various Finishing Editor job openings in Tennessee as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% Internship, 87% Full Time, 6% Part Time, 2% Contract, 2% Nights, and 1% Summer. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $54,284 per year, or $26.1 per hour.

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Called to K-LOVE

Inspiring People to Move Closer to Jesus

At K-LOVE, every role is ministry.

We hire first for ministry alignment and a shared commitment to our faith, mission, vision, and values. We then seek talented professionals who can use their God-given gifts, skills, and experience to serve with excellence.

If you love Jesus and are called to be part of a ministry that places Christ at the center of everything we do, we invite you to explore this opportunity. If your heart aligns with our mission and you possess the knowledge, skills, and abilities needed for the role, please keep reading.

The Senior Video Editor will be a key player in supporting the Video and overall Creative team through excellence in advanced editorial skill, narrative composition, and content distributed cross channel. This role is responsible for high level editing, supporting junior levels of Video Editors through review and feedback, and well as ensuring standards for the delivery of internal media to stakeholders are maintained. This role may also handle the movement of media and is responsible for communicating with the video team regarding progress of outstanding post-production issues. The Senior Video Editor builds strategies to keep post-production processes efficient, in partnership with the Post Production Manager. This role works closely with Producers, Campaign Managers, Directors, Project Managers, Digital Media Asset Coordinator, and post-production Audio Engineers.

Please share a portfolio link with your resume.

This is an onsite role in Franklin, TN.

Here's some of what you will be doing...

  • Edit long-form and short-form video content from concept through final delivery.
  • Craft engaging narratives using pacing, timing, music, sound design, and visual storytelling techniques.
  • Transform raw footage into polished, high-quality content optimized for audience engagement and retention.
  • Create dynamic edits incorporating motion graphics, animation, titles, transitions, visual effects, and compositing.
  • Perform advanced color correction, color grading, audio mixing, and finishing.
  • Design edits that support storytelling while maintaining creative consistency and technical excellence.
  • Organize and manage complex editing projects, media assets, project files, and version control.
  • Collaborate with producers, directors, creative teams, designers, and stakeholders to execute creative vision.
  • Incorporate feedback efficiently while maintaining project timelines and quality standards.
  • Research and implement emerging editing techniques, AI-assisted workflows, and post-production technologies.
  • Optimize content for multiple platforms including YouTube, social media, streaming, broadcast, and digital campaigns.
  • Ensure all deliverables meet technical specifications, branding standards, and production deadlines.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.
  • Job responsibilities are subject to review and change.

Here's some experience and skills we are seeking...

  • 5-7 years of experience as an editor in film, commercial, or agency related fields.
  • 6+ years of experience using programs including Premiere Adobe Premiere Pro (preferred) or similar Non-Linear Editing (NLE) software, After Effects, and Davinci Resolve.
  • Strong working knowledge of Motion Graphics, Animation tools, and Adapting Templates
  • Deep working knowledge of post-production best practices and latest editorial techniques.
  • Includes proficiency in color correction and audio mixing.
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
  • Basic knowledge using Photoshop.
  • Exemplary organizational skills and the ability to direct multiple projects under tight deadlines.
  • Attention to creative and technical details, comfortable with multi-tasking, willingness to take ownership of team projects during pre-production phase.
  • Ability to effectively transmit ideas, work independently, and as a team leader, present self in a highly professional manner, instilling confidence and trust within the team.
  • Possesses creativity, flexibility, and an enthusiasm with a willingness to jump in and learn new things in a fast-paced environment.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to develop sincere business/ministry relationships.
  • Strong written and verbal communication and presentation skills. Ability to articulate

Employment Requirements...

  • Must pass a pre-employment reference and background scree
  • Proof of legal authorization to work in the United States required upon hire.
  • Must agree with K-LOVE Christ-Centered Life Covenant and Statement of Faith

What can we offer you?

Some of our benefits package includes:

  • Medical Insurance, Vision Insurance and company paid Dental
  • Company paid life insurance and short term/long term disability insurance
  • Company 401k with a generous company match
  • Parental leave with Baby Bonding pay
  • Generous paid vacation, sick leave and holiday time off
  • Amazing company culture that includes exclusive access to concerts, movie premieres, and industry events.

“As an Equal Opportunity Employer, K-LOVE makes employment decisions based on merit and other legitimate reasons. The Company is committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment and equal employment opportunities regardless of protected class, characteristic or status. However, K-LOVE is a religious non-profit organization where all team members contribute to the Company’s mission of encouraging our audiences “to have a meaningful relationship with Christ.” Therefore, pursuant to the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Section 702 (42 U.S.C. 2000e I(a)), K-LOVE has the right to hire only candidates who agree with the Company’s Statement of Faith, Mission, Vision, and Values. Also, as a religious non-profit organization, the Company is not governed by the CA Fair Employment and Housing Act.