Film Editor Salary in Chicago, Illinois

Film Editor Salary in Chicago, IL

How much does a Film Editor make in Chicago, IL? The average Film Editor salary in Chicago, IL is $64,900 as of March 26, 2024, but the range typically falls between $57,800 and $72,800. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target.

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10th Percentile Film Editor Salary $51,336 Chicago,IL March 26, 2024
25th Percentile Film Editor Salary $57,800 Chicago,IL March 26, 2024
50th Percentile Film Editor Salary $64,900 Chicago,IL March 26, 2024
75th Percentile Film Editor Salary $72,800 Chicago,IL March 26, 2024
90th Percentile Film Editor Salary $79,993 Chicago,IL March 26, 2024
25% $57,800 10% $51,336 90% $79,993 75% $72,800 $64,900 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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The Film Editor mixes and masters audio. Edits video footage to desired length and format, creates motion graphics, and completes color corrections. Being a Film Editor archives and stores all files, footage, graphics, and audio. Encodes final videos to desired size and format. In addition, Film Editor proficient using Adobe Creative suite and production software including After Effects and Final Cut and other editing software. Typically requires a bachelor's degree or its equivalent. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager. Being a Film Editor gains exposure to some of the complex tasks within the job function. Occasionally directed in several aspects of the work. Working as a Film Editor typically requires 2 to 4 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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