How to hire a video editor for your youtube channel (+ how much an editor will cost you)

One of the first hires I ever made was a video editor to help me out with my channel. I'm SO glad I did this, because it's saved me tons of time, helped me to grow my channel a lot faster, and meant that I was still able to have a LIFE outside of YouTube.

(That's one of the "dark secrets" of being a YouTuber... even though it's an amazing and creative job, it can take ALL your time.)

So, today, I want to share with you what I've learned over the past couple years of working with a video editor -- including how to FIND an editor, how much a video editor should COST, and how to work with them effectively... so you actually get the results you're looking for.

Do you make YouTube videos? Have you ever considered hiring an editor? Why or why not?

🔹 Learn all about how to hire a video editor here!

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[inspiremixes]

This is a great video especially the "tips" at the last part.
I am a photo and video editor. I worked (and still working) on different types of videos from music, interviews, short film, events, weddings, etc... I can tell with certainty that "communication" before starting any project saves a lot of time and targetless revisions... To have a clear understanding of what the final video output is for (Who your video is for and message), availability, turnaround time, service costs are just some of the topics to discuss before having an agreement... To all clients and editors reading this message - may you have a good, friendly, fruitful and professional relationship always. God bless you and your works!

[traceyyoung]

The fact you script tour videos beforehand makes a huge difference in how much editing needs to be done and the overall quality too

[slayakaya]

really insightful video--my advice as an editor is for those seeking editors, be as detailed as possible with briefs for videos. The more detailed and well planned out a video is, the easier the edit will be. Try and refrain from filming, and then thinking about what you want it to look like after. No one likes loads of revisions, communication is key. As well as this, try and remember editors are creative people! When you hand over a video to edit, it will not come out exactly the same as if you yourself were to edit it, just like any art!

[eshaansharma]

I have been editing for 4 years now and this is the best video that has been recommended to me. I’ve worked for channels with 2m and 11m subscribers and they follow all the steps that you mentioned. Also, more successful the YouTuber is, more humble they are. I will share this video with my clients who need some insights. Thanks !

[KrizbyYT]

I'm a video editor for more than 10 years, and I've had a lot of clients who don't give enough details on how they want me to edit their videos. What he said about damaging the relationship when having too much revisions is true. They give you raw videos. Doesn't give you enough details. You edit it and then they want some revisions. It's crazy.

[victorgonzalez]

as an editor, I second that communication is key. If you leave the editor to their own means they are gonna give you back something that's good for them, but might not meet YOUR expectations... I try to be very realistic with what I can offer and deliver, but clients gotta meet me halfway! great video.

[TomlinDemetriusC]

This video really fills a need that I have been having for quite some time. Thank you Gillian for taking the time to really give us a quality video. Your interview was fantastic. And I really learned from your demonstration (using your own computer) was good. I truly can tell that you put a lot of thought into each of your videos. That is a great example for me. I would love to see an example of your YouTube outline. A future video suggestion for me would showing us step by step how you outline your own YouTube videos. God bless you!

[danc.]

First I need to earn so much that I can afford an editor. Great video! 👍

[MousyLeigh]

I needed this video so much! I've been pulling my hair out trying to find a good editor. This info is so hard to find.

[outsourceschool]

Very informative video! Totally agree that outsourcing your video editing and hiring an editor will not only save you time but also help you grow your channel a lot faster! Thanks for the valuable insights and tips!

[LoriLivers]

editing is the biggest challenge for me! But - because my channel doesn't provide income I can't justify the expense of an editor - yet! I am going to keep practicing and keep working towards getting better 😀

[ammarif]

Gillian ... you're always above and beyond ❤❤❤

[sarishryack]

I can’t even begin to tell you how helpful this video is! Thank you ❤

[KE]

Hi Gillian, I thought you gave a lot of good and valuable information in this "How to hire a video editor for your YT channel' video. In particular the last few minutes of the video where you showed us how you document the communication with the editor was really helpful!

[kandjlumber]

We are at that point where I need an editor to save time. Plan and film more. But highly doubt I can afford a high end editor. I know our channel is going to be big though!

Thank you for sharing this I have been testing out an editor and have been wondering about a lot of the questions you're talking about so happy to see this and as always great job on explaining this Gillian!!!

[keithdmello]

I learnt this mistake of not hiring a video editor the hard way. I should've treated it like a business from the start even before I started earning from it.

[divinefeminine]

Great video. Exactly what I needed to know. Thank you so much Gillian!

[Fashionlifestyle_Official]

Thank you for sharing.Hope everybody here becomes successful on YouTube!

[tranvananh]

Thank you very much for the content Gillian !