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Job outlook for senior video editors in the United States
Senior video editor job growth summary. After extensive research, interviews, and analysis, Zippia's data science team found that:
The projected senior video editor job growth rate is 12% from 2018-2028.
About 9,600 new jobs for senior video editors are projected over the next decade.
Senior video editor salaries have increased 7% for senior video editors in the last 5 years.
There are over 15,483 senior video editors currently employed in the United States.
There are 5,399 active senior video editor job openings in the US.
The average senior video editor salary is $112,084.
Are senior video editor jobs in demand?
Senior video editor job and salary trends over time
Senior video editor jobs over time
Senior video editor job growth rate over time
| Year | # of jobs | % of population |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 15,483 | 0.00% |
| 2020 | 12,378 | 0.00% |
| 2019 | 15,229 | 0.00% |
| 2018 | 15,555 | 0.00% |
| 2017 | 16,996 | 0.01% |
Average senior video editor salary over time
Senior video editor salary by year
| Year | Avg. salary | Hourly rate | % Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $112,084 | $53.89 | +5.4% |
| 2024 | $106,301 | $51.11 | +1.8% |
| 2023 | $104,418 | $50.20 | +2.4% |
| 2022 | $101,968 | $49.02 | --2.5% |
| 2021 | $104,601 | $50.29 | +1.6% |
Senior video editor jobs by state
Most common states for senior video editors
| Rank | State | Population | # of jobs | Employment/ 1000ppl |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | District of Columbia | 693,972 | 166 | 24% |
| 2 | New York | 19,849,399 | 864 | 4% |
| 3 | Virginia | 8,470,020 | 260 | 3% |
| 4 | Massachusetts | 6,859,819 | 184 | 3% |
| 5 | Alaska | 739,795 | 20 | 3% |
| 6 | California | 39,536,653 | 814 | 2% |
| 7 | Pennsylvania | 12,805,537 | 198 | 2% |
| 8 | Georgia | 10,429,379 | 161 | 2% |
| 9 | Maryland | 6,052,177 | 144 | 2% |
| 10 | Washington | 7,405,743 | 143 | 2% |
| 11 | Colorado | 5,607,154 | 114 | 2% |
| 12 | Oregon | 4,142,776 | 103 | 2% |
| 13 | Wisconsin | 5,795,483 | 91 | 2% |
| 14 | Connecticut | 3,588,184 | 82 | 2% |
| 15 | Alabama | 4,874,747 | 76 | 2% |
| 16 | Utah | 3,101,833 | 75 | 2% |
| 17 | Iowa | 3,145,711 | 59 | 2% |
| 18 | Delaware | 961,939 | 19 | 2% |
| 19 | Vermont | 623,657 | 13 | 2% |
| 20 | North Dakota | 755,393 | 13 | 2% |
Most common cities for senior video editors
| Rank | City | # of jobs | Employment/ 1000ppl | Avg. salary |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Highlands Ranch | 1 | 1% | $94,727 |
| 2 | San Francisco | 1 | 0% | $142,797 |
Senior Video Editor job outlook: Expert opinions
Our panel of senior video editor experts
Olympic College
University of Wisconsin - Madison
California University of Pennsylvania
University of Minnesota
Bucknell University
Ferrum College
Amy Hesketh
Full Time FacultyOlympic College
Social Sciences & Humanities (SSH) Division
What soft skills should all Senior Video Editors possess?
Amy Hesketh: -Collaboration.
-Teamwork.
-Project management.
-Crew management.
-Professionalism.
What experience really stands out on Senior Video Editor resumes?
Patricia Hastings: The experience I think everyone needs is video, for those who aren't going into that area. Everyone uses video. Having an understanding of how to make your message or story translate to video is important and it's not that easy to do. That, and the ability to enterprise story ideas. Actually taking an idea and turning into a story for online, or broadcast or print is key. You can't tell the story the same way for each one, and so to analyze and then make a good story is important.
What type of skills will young Senior Video Editors need?
Dr. Christina Fisanick: College graduates in 2021 and beyond, need all of the skills that English programs have to offer: critical thinking, effective communication, creativity, and flexibility. New hires need to be able to adapt to workplace changes quickly and with aplomb, which requires critical thinking and problem solving and the ability to communicate those solutions to a diverse audience clearly and effectively. Those skills are refined and practiced regularly in English programs.
What general advice would you give to a Senior Video Editor?
Thomas Reynolds: I think there will be a lasting impact of this pandemic on graduates. The nature of the field is that others in the industry (scientists, engineers, for ex.) often take on tech writing and communication tasks in tight economic conditions, or even just as a matter of a particular culture in a particular business. However, the field of technical communication has been predicted to have a strong future (see Bureau of Labor Statistics, which predicts growth in jobs in this field).
Technical writing and communication require that students are comfortable with technology and communication and that they adapt to changing situations. I think there are also opportunities for savvy graduates who can offer certain skills and experiences that are unique to the changing situation. This field has a long history of resilience for its graduates seeking jobs in tough circumstances.
Sarah Bell
Senior Associate Director, CounselingBucknell University
Center for Career Advancement
How do you envision technology impacting Senior Video Editors in the next 5 years?
Sarah Bell: As mentioned in #2, English majors go into many fields, and technology is affecting most of them now. We will likely always need creators, editors, and researchers of content, which will certainly make English majors useful in a variety of fields, due to (or in spite of) the technology advances. Experience in learning and utilizing a variety of software, platforms, and social media tools will only enhance their ability to complete their work in an effective and efficient manner in a variety of work settings.
Will there be an enduring impact of the coronavirus pandemic on Senior Video Editors?
Allison Harl Ph.D.: Yes, but the pandemic's impact will create new and different opportunities, so graduates should keep their imaginations and options open.