Video Editor Invoice Template

A video editor invoice documents post-production services including video editing, color correction, audio mixing, motion graphics, visual effects, revisions, and project management for content creators, agencies, and production companies. Create detailed video editing invoices with NetInvoice to bill for hourly editing work or per-project rates.

Why this invoice template matters

Video editing is time-intensive work that clients often underestimate, making detailed invoicing crucial for educating customers about post-production complexity. A 5-minute finished video can require 10-20 hours of editing depending on footage quality, complexity, and revision rounds. Detailed invoices separate rough cut assembly from fine editing, color grading, audio mixing, motion graphics, and revision iterations. Professional documentation shows clients exactly where editing time is spent and helps manage expectations about revision scope. Clear records also protect editors from unlimited revision requests by specifying included rounds and billing additional changes hourly. Good invoicing tracks project scope, prevents scope creep, and demonstrates the skill difference between basic cutting and professional editing with color, sound, and effects.

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Example line items

DescriptionQtyUnitUnit PriceTotal
Video editing (rough cut assembly)8hours$85.00$680.00
Fine editing and transitions6hours$95.00$570.00
Color correction and grading4hours$110.00$440.00
Audio mixing and sound design3hours$100.00$300.00
Motion graphics (titles and lower thirds)2hours$125.00$250.00
Revision round 2 (client changes)2.5hours$95.00$237.50
Licensed stock footage3clips$45.00$135.00
Total:$2612.50

Common invoice notes

  • Project includes 2 revision rounds - additional revisions billed hourly.
  • Deliverables: 4K master, HD web version, social media edits.
  • Raw project files available for additional $150 archive fee.

How to create this invoice

  1. 1Document project scope: video length, footage amount, complexity.
  2. 2List rough cut assembly time at base editing rate.
  3. 3Detail fine editing work: transitions, pacing, storytelling.
  4. 4Include specialty services: color grading, audio mixing, graphics.
  5. 5Add revision hours by round with client approval.
  6. 6Include licensed content: music, stock footage, sound effects.
  7. 7Specify deliverable formats and export time.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much do video editors charge?
Video editors charge $50-$150 per hour depending on experience and complexity. Project rates: simple edits $300-$800, corporate videos $800-$2,500, commercials $1,500-$5,000+, feature films $25,000-$100,000+. Color grading and effects command premium rates ($100-$200/hour).
Should video editing invoices separate different editing phases?
Yes, itemize rough cut assembly, fine editing, color grading, audio work, motion graphics, and revisions separately. This transparency shows where time is invested and helps clients understand why editing costs what it does. Different skills have different rates.
How do video editors charge for revisions?
Include 1-2 revision rounds in project rate (specify major vs. minor changes). Bill additional revisions hourly ($75-$150/hour) or per round ($200-$500). Document revision requests in writing and get approval before proceeding. Prevents scope creep.
Should video editing invoices include footage screening time?
Yes, bill time for reviewing raw footage (often 2-4x video length for thorough review). Some editors include in project rate, others itemize. Extensive, poorly organized footage requires more time. Document footage quality issues affecting timeline.

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