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Video Editor jobs in Los Angeles, CA
Assembles raw footage into finished video, shaping story, pacing, sound, and color for formats that range from short social clips to documentaries and branded content.
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As Technical Producers at Riot, we lead passionate technical teams to create products and experiences that want to achieve maximum developer and player value. We guide development, smash through obstacles, and push proje…
$170k - $250k
understanding of portfolio objectives and the ability to align project efforts with strategic goals.Qualifications:7+ years of experience in Video Game Production, preferably in both Publishing and Development, shipping…
DescriptionAt HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas t…
$157k - $235k
Snap Inc is a technology company. We believe the camera presents the greatest opportunity to improve the way people live and communicate. Snap contributes to human progress by empowering people to express themselves, liv…
DescriptionAt HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas t…
Pay rate – $39.39/hr. on W2OverviewSouthern California Edison (Client) is seeking a Senior Training Specialist / Instructional Designer to develop and manage impactful learning solutions across the organization. This rol…
$125k - $130k
, investigations, culture and lifestyle reporting. The Reporter Video team identifies compelling stories and brings the depth and breadth... ...-class journalists. We are looking for an experienced video editor with a po…
$113.9k - $213.8k
Business UnitWhat the Role EntailsKey Responsibilities1. Production Ecosystem & Partnership DevelopmentSource, develop, and close high-value strategic partnerships across key international markets, including North Americ…
$48.58 per hour
Job Posting Title: Junior Publicist A/Photo Editor Req ID: 10160935 Job Description: It’s the magic of immersing yourself in a motion picture masterpiece, or a new track from your favorite band, or the spectacle of a liv…
$69.1 - $86.4 per hour
with minimal input and feel comfortable working in a team environment. Our ideal candidate has a background in VFX and a passion for video games. What you will do: Visualize, create and implement real-time visual effects…
$25 per hour
posting before applying. Content Mindset is a small but growing video editing agency. We parter with social media teams to handle 100%... ...video editing needs. You will be working alongside a team of editors, and will…
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What video editors earn in Los Angeles
Hourly first — that's how the offer arrives
| Experience | Hourly | Annual, full-time |
|---|---|---|
| Entry level | $25–$34 | $51k–$71k |
| Mid level | $35–$48 | $73k–$100k |
| Senior | $48–$67 | $100k–$140k |
Adjusted for the Los Angeles market from national ranges.
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What employers ask for
The skills these listings keep naming
Adobe Premiere ProDaVinci ResolveStorytelling and pacingColor correctionAudio mixing basicsMotion graphics basicsMedia managementMeeting deadlines
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Interview questions worth rehearsing
With the thing the interviewer is actually listening for
What is your process when you receive hours of raw footage?
Describe ingest, organization, selects, a radio cut or rough assembly, then refinement. Editors are hired for process, not just taste.
How do you decide the pacing of an edit?
Talk about serving the story and the platform, using music, breath, and rhythm, and cutting anything that does not earn its place.
Tell me about a difficult note from a client or director and how you handled it.
Show that you look for the problem behind the note. Often the fix is different from what was literally requested.
How comfortable are you with color and sound work?
Be honest about your level. Knowing when to do a basic grade and mix yourself versus hand off to specialists is a mark of experience.
How do you manage versions and media across a long project?
Mention naming conventions, proxies, backups, and change logs. Reliability is as valued as creativity.
How do you adapt one piece of content into multiple formats and lengths?
Explain building the hero cut first, then reframing and restructuring for vertical, short, and captioned versions.
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Resume tips that move the needle
For video editors specifically — generic advice costs you here
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Lead with a reel or a short list of linked, finished pieces, each labeled with your exact role.
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Name genres and formats you have shipped, such as documentary, ads, or YouTube, so editors' niches are clear.
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Quantify throughput and outcomes, like weekly episode delivery or watch-time gains after a format change.
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List your finishing skills, including color and audio tools, since small teams need editors who can deliver end to end.
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Mention experience with remote workflows and review tools like Frame.io if you have it.
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Where this role goes
Typical progression
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Lead Editor / Post Supervisor
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