Film and Video Editors pay in Tennessee
In Tennessee, the median pay for film and video editors is $27.83 an hour ($57,880 a year). About 560 people work in this job there.
That is 23% lower than the U.S. median ($75,420). Tennessee ranks 25th of 42 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for film and video editors in Tennessee
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $19.63 | $40,820 |
| 25% of workers | $21.35 | $44,410 |
| Half of workers (median) | $27.83 | $57,880 |
| 75% of workers | $30.25 | $62,920 |
| 90% of workers | $34.84 | $72,470 |
Film and Video Editors pay in Tennessee metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin | $59,280 | 300 |
| Memphis | $54,620 | 80 |
| Knoxville | $51,830 | 70 |
| Chattanooga | $44,830 | 30 |
Tennessee unemployment rate: 3.4% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for film and video editors
- Typical education to start: Bachelor's degree (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 2 to 4 years (O*NET)
- Job outlook: +3.7% over ten years, about as fast as average · about 3,100 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in Tennessee
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Graphic Designers | $57,270 |
| Producers and Directors | $73,020 |
| Audio and Video Technicians | $49,970 |
| Editors | $59,550 |
| News Analysts, Reporters, and Journalists | $62,390 |
| Sound Engineering Technicians | $60,500 |
| Photographers | $37,950 |
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