Video Editing
If you have lots of great video content but are unsure on how best to use it, then you've come to the right place! As a seasoned video editor, I have over 10 years' experience transforming raw footage into high-quality content that's engaging and resonates with viewers. Whether you're looking for quick-fire social media posts, compelling client testimonials, or a standout promotional video for your website, I’m here to help bring your stories to life.
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Please note: All rates listed below reflect a post-production service which does not include filming.
Standard Rates
No two projects are the same but this doesn't excuse ambiguity around price. Ensuring that clients are comfortable and confident in what they are paying for is important to me and below I've included some benchmark costs that I hope will provide a useful starting point for further discussion.
Full Day:
£400
Intended for larger projects such as promotional videos, interviews and client testimonials.
Please see packages below for more information on estimated timeframes.
Half Day: £200
Most suitable for medium sized projects such as YouTube videos.
Larger projects that run beyond two rounds of edits will likely be charged as an additional half day.
Hourly Rate: £50
Projects that require minor work or editing may be charged by hour. This could be a more affordable option for any small ad-hoc projects or content that simply needs a quick refresh!
Packages
Below I've included prices for one-off packages but if you're looking for a more steady stream of content, please do get in touch to discuss options for monthly retainers as discounts are available for regular clients.
Testimonial / Interview:
£600 - £1,000
1-2 ½ days editing depending on medium or high complexity + two revisions.
Deliverables: 1-2 minute video. Includes transitions, colour grading, music selection, audio mixing, simple graphic / text overlays, stock footage and subtitles. This also includes formatting for sharing content on up to two social media platforms.
Promotional Video:
£800 - £1,200
2-3 days of editing depending on medium or high complexity + two revisions.
Deliverables: 1-2 minute video. Includes transitions, colour grading, music selection, audio mixing, simple graphic / text overlays, stock footage and subtitles. This also includes formatting for sharing content on up to two social media platforms.
Discounts
I'm pleased to offer a discount to registered charities and non-profits. Please contact me with details of your organisation and I'll be happy to provide more information. Thank you.
FAQs
What factors influence video editing costs? Two key factors that influence editing costs are length of raw footage and the type of video required. 1. Length of raw footage Depending on the amount of footage provided, it can take hours (sometimes days) to wade through source material to find the most relevant and useful content for an edit. Much like a jigsaw puzzle, each section is carefully lifted and arranged to fit the desired narrative. Clips are rarely used in sequence and irregularities in filming (including retakes) can add considerable time to the post-production process. 2. Type of video Videos can be categorised in different ways and certain types incur different costs – even if the output is of a similar length. Promotional videos are typically more expensive because an editor is required to follow a specific script, branding guidelines, direction or template provided by the video owner. Editing is more aligned with the brand itself and this requires more time and consideration than the average video. Other factors that impact the video editing rates include: • Urgent delivery • The addition of specialised elements (interactivity) • Requirement of post-editing procedures like uploading, rendering or transcoding the video, etc.