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Fox

Freelance Video Editor

New York, NY

As a Freelance Video Editor, you will be part of a collaborative effort to deliver highly creative and technically sound content across multiple platforms for Fox News entities. As a highly adaptable ...

Plutus LLC

Adult Video Editor IC

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$40/hr

Remote About the Opportunity We are seeking an experienced freelance Video Editor to edit premium adult-oriented video content intended for an adult gay male audience. Applicants must be comfortable ...

WorkMoney Media

Lead Video Editor

$105K - $129K/yr

The Lead Video Editor sits at the intersection of creative execution and production at WorkMoney ... Assign editing work to freelancers and collaborators based on project needs and bandwidth * Track ...

Filmless

Freelance Video Editor

Manhattan, NY · Remote

Check out the videos on our website before applying so that you know what kind of videos we create: We're looking for the best freelance editors to help us create custom videos for clients ranging in ...

REI (Recreational Equipment Inc.)

Video Editor

Seattle, WA · On-site

$74K - $119K/yr

  • Medical

  • Retirement

As a Video Editor, you help tell that story with clear video. You help bring the co-op voice to ... Work with producers, creative teams, studio leaders, freelance contributors, and outside edit teams.

Aalo Atomics

Video Editor

Austin, TX · On-site

$70K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • PTO

As a Video Editor, you'll support Aalo's growing pipeline of video content, crafting engaging ... Experience coordinating freelance crews or managing small-scale video productions from concept ...

Orveon

Video Editor

Manhattan, NY · On-site

... and freelance work welcome) • Bachelor's degree in a related field preferred • Proficiency in ... Experience editing video for beauty, cosmetics, or other consumer-packaged-goods brands • ...

Orveon

Video Editor

Manhattan, NY · Hybrid

... and freelance work welcome) · Bachelor's degree in a related field preferred · Proficiency in ... Experience editing video for beauty, cosmetics, or other consumer-packaged-goods brands · ...

Filmless

Freelance Video Editor

Manhattan, NY · On-site +1

Check out the videos on our website before applying so that you know what kind of videos we create: We're looking for the best freelance editors to help us create custom videos for clients ranging in ...

SHADOW

Video Editor

New York, NY

$450 - $600/day

SHADOW is seeking a mid-level Social Video Editor to join us on a freelance contract basis and help turn raw footage into scroll-stopping content across TikTok, Instagram Reels, YouTube, and paid ...

New

Optimum

News 12 Video Editor - Freelance

Bethpage, NY · On-site

$43K - $71K/yr

The Freelance Video Editor will work independently or as part of a team to create pictures and sound which accurately and fairly represent the news and turning it into finished product.

Range

Video Editor

New York, NY · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

What will set you apart * 5+ years editing video across short, medium, and long formats, with in-house experience at a company (not solely agency or freelance) - you understand what it means to own ...

May Street

Video Editor

Boston, MA · On-site +1

$60 - $85/hr

May Street is a Boston-based video production company. We make films for independent schools ... We're looking for freelance editors to bring on project by project. You'd get a shoot's worth of ...

May Street

Video Editor

Boston, MA · Remote

$60 - $85/hr

May Street is a Boston-based video production company. We make films for independent schools ... We're looking for freelance editors to bring on project by project. You'd get a shoot's worth of ...

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As of Aug 14, 2026, the average hourly pay for freelancer video editor 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 does a freelancer video editor do?

A freelancer video editor is a self-employed professional who edits video footage for clients on a project-by-project basis. Their responsibilities include cutting and assembling raw footage, adding effects, sound, and transitions, and ensuring the final product meets client specifications. They often work with various types of content such as commercials, YouTube videos, films, and corporate videos. Freelancer video editors must be skilled in editing software, communicate effectively with clients, and manage their own schedules and business operations.

How do freelancer video editors typically manage client feedback and revisions during a project?

Freelancer video editors often use collaborative tools like Frame.io, Dropbox, or Google Drive to share drafts and gather client feedback efficiently. Clear communication is key—most editors establish a revision policy at the start, specifying the number of revisions included in the project scope. This helps manage expectations and keeps the workflow smooth. Regular check-ins and prompt responses to client notes ensure that the final product aligns with the client's vision, while also helping to maintain professional boundaries and project timelines.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a freelancer video editor?

To thrive as a Freelancer Video Editor, you need strong video editing skills, a creative eye, and proficiency in storytelling, often supported by a portfolio showcasing your work. Expertise in editing software like Adobe Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro, or DaVinci Resolve, along with knowledge of color grading and audio editing, is essential. Excellent communication, time management, and adaptability help you collaborate with clients and deliver projects on schedule. These skills ensure you can produce high-quality, client-focused videos while maintaining a successful freelance business.
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Infographic showing various Freelancer Video Editor job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 77% Full Time, 17% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 83% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 14% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $65,728 per year, or $31.6 per hour.

Freelance Video Editor

FOX News Network, LLC

New York, NY • On-site

Part-time

Posted 16 days ago

Fox News rating

7.3

Company rating: 7.3 out of 10

Based on 14 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

41st of 76 rated media

Job description

OVERVIEW OF THE COMPANY
Fox News Media
FOX News Media operates the FOX News Channel (FNC), FOX Business Network (FBN), FOX News Digital, FOX News Audio, FOX News Books, the direct-to-consumer digital streaming services FOX Nation and FOX News International and the newly announced platform FOX Weather. Currently the number one network in all of cable, FNC has also been the most watched television news channel for 20 consecutive years, while FBN currently ranks among the top business channels on cable. Owned by FOX Corporation, FOX News Media reaches 200 million people each month.
JOB DESCRIPTION
We are looking for a Freelance Video Editor to join our Fox News team. As a Freelance Video Editor, you will be part of a collaborative effort to deliver highly creative and technically sound content across multiple platforms for Fox News entities. As a highly adaptable collaborator, you will be expected to think quickly and provide creative solutions to varied requests within a demanding news environment.
A SNAPSHOT OF YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Work on a variety of programs, delivering distinctive and stylized content under demanding deadlines across all platforms.
  • Display initiative and focus to remain as productive as possible when working either collaboratively or independently.
  • Serve as the "last line of defense" on all audio/video requirements to ensure no technical or editorial mistakes occur on air.

WHAT YOU WILL NEED
  • A passion for news and a demonstrated knowledge of current events.
  • Demonstrated editorial news judgment and broadcast experience.
  • Experience in non-linear editing using Adobe Premiere Pro, with the ability to work seamlessly and quickly.
  • The ability to turn raw video into dynamic news packages and create broadcast-quality pieces very quickly in a 24-hour breaking news environment.
  • A sharp eye for detail.
  • Proficiency in Adobe Photoshop and After Effects.
  • Knowledge of Boris and Red Giant plug-ins.
  • A creative, enthusiastic, and solution-oriented mindset.
  • Flexibility with your work schedule, including availability for early mornings, evenings, weekends, and overnight shifts.
  • Please include a link to your reel along with your resume

#LI-BC1
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with applicable law.
Pursuant to state and local pay disclosure requirements, the pay rate/range for this role, with final offer amount dependent on education, skills, experience, and location is $28.00-35.00 per hour.

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