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Typical project work, moderate complexity.
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Your Rate
Day Rate
$450
Project Est.
$2,200
Retainer
$8,350/mo
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How Much Should You Charge for Corporate Video Editing?
Corporate video editors typically charge $75–$150/hour or $800–$5,000 per project. Short explainer videos and internal training edits run $500–$1,500, while polished brand films and product launch videos can command $3,000–$10,000+.
Floor
$75
per hour
Typical
$110
per hour
Premium
$175
per hour
Find your exact rate
Typical project work, moderate complexity.
Factor in AI tool subscriptions
Your Rate
Day Rate
$450
Project Est.
$2,200
Retainer
$8,350/mo
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What do you actually charge?
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What changes the price
- Video purpose (internal training vs. external brand campaign)
- Length and complexity of final deliverable
- Motion graphics and animated infographics
- Voiceover recording and sync
- Multi-language subtitle versions
- Number of stakeholder feedback rounds
- Brand style guide adherence requirements
- Archival footage research and licensing
Real quote breakdowns
2-Minute Internal Training Video
An HR team needs a 2-minute onboarding video edited from screen recordings and talking head footage. Simple lower thirds, company logo, and branded colors applied.
Breakdown
8 hours editing and motion graphics at $100/hour = $800. One additional revision round at $100. Total $900.
5-Minute Product Launch Brand Film
A SaaS company needs a 5-minute brand film with animated product demos, interview soundbites, stock footage, and cinematic color grading for a product launch.
Breakdown
25 hours of editing and animation at $110/hour = $2,750. Stock footage licensing: $300. Two revision rounds: $200. Project management overhead: $250. Total $3,500.
Series of 10 Training Module Edits
A large enterprise needs 10 training videos, each 8–12 minutes, all following a strict brand template. Consistent lower thirds, animated chapter titles, and closed captions required.
Breakdown
Each video averages 7 hours at $100/hr = $700. Ten videos = $7,000. Volume discount: $500 reduction. Caption add-on for 10 videos: $500. Total $8,000.
Frequently asked questions
Why do corporate clients pay more than individual creators?
Corporate projects have larger budgets, stricter brand requirements, multiple stakeholder reviews, and legal clearance needs. Editors absorb that complexity and risk into higher rates — typically 50–100% above consumer rates.
Should I sign an NDA for corporate video editing?
Yes. Most corporate clients will require an NDA before sharing scripts, product footage, or internal data. Factor in review time for the NDA, and never use client footage for your portfolio without explicit written permission.
How many revision rounds should I offer for corporate videos?
Corporate projects typically involve 2–3 internal stakeholders. Offer 2 revision rounds in your base fee and charge $150–$300 per additional round. Clearly define a revision vs. a scope change in your contract.
Do I need After Effects skills to do corporate video editing?
Many corporate clients expect animated lower thirds, kinetic text, and branded intros. After Effects or Motion expertise can easily justify a 20–40% rate increase over a Premiere Pro-only editor.