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Market demand for video editors
In today’s world, everything is surrounded by technology; thus there is a large
need for video editors everywhere. There are a lot of career opportunities one
can choose from. Some of them are to edit for: YouTube, apps like TikTok,
Instagram, social media influencers, advertisements, event videography editing,
short film editing, media houses, TV channels, etc. Most editors begin as editing
assistants to senior editors working in production houses or broadcasting. There
is a huge demand in media houses, political parties and advertisement field.
There is no dearth of work for innovative editors.
Ways to popularity
One can also work as a freelancer. It gives you the opportunity to work from
home under your own rules. You can choose your projects and work on as many
projects you wish to work on. You should collect and post your best works on
your own website or YouTube channel as it will help gather not only possible
clients but an audience that can recommend you to their friends or family
members.
YouTube is one of the easiest ways to post and advertise your edits. Moreover, if
you pass a certain number of views, subscribers, and hours your videos have
been watched, you can monetize your work and start earning through it.
Expected Income
The salary in this field is influenced by market factors. However, for someone
who has recently started the career in video editing can earn from ₹10,000 to
15,000 per month. After a few years of experience in the field, you can earn a
salary of 44 lakh rupees per annum on an average if you bag a job in industries
like motion picture industries. Besides, you can earn extra pocket money through
freelancing, and you can charge money on an hourly basis.
Thus, to sum up, if you love to express yourself, create new stories and capturing
the world, video editing might be a good career option for you. It offers a
respectable salary, has many job prospects and offers intellectual satisfaction too.

Vedika Saini
Editing Expert
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