100 % agree, I started charging more when I moved from just editing to actually producing content. Get a couple of cameras, a couple o lenses, lights, mics and put yourself out there. My agency now produces content for local businesses and edit videos for people outside my country. Cheers from Latin America!
That is what I started doing, currently I just play video games, then I have pop ups of unknown information (such as dev talk or some coding/programming stuff) about the game, usually something computer science related. Since I'[m currently in school for it. I have just started this venture, but I'm having fun showing off my computer science and media arts and animation skills.
Video editing is my passion I love creating videos and transforming ordinal videos into great ones. I really had high hopes when I started editing for TH-camrs, it was great at the start and I made decent money but along the line I noticed most weren't serious and they could just wake up one day and decide to quit TH-cam so there's no job security. The ones who were serious did almost nothing and I realized I was doing most of the work for them while they pay me peanuts and my videos make them thousands of dollars (mostly faceless channels) that was when I decided to start my own faceless channels instead of doing the work for someone and getting almost nothing, now I edit for myself and get paid, it's fun.
oh man, this video was recommended to me since I am a video editor for the last 5 years and you are correct, month per month I am after salary... But eventually getting tired of this sh**t. Thank you for this vid, might want to film a commercial next month to build my portfolio :) This might be an eye opener for me. All the best and more power to you!
Oh my god Tray. This video was eye-opening. I don't have many words, all I can say is that this deserves more views then all those TH-camrs who make videos that give barely any value. This could be life-changing for me, thank you so much and god bless you.
This is so enlightening. I just transitioned from audio mixing/mastering to video editing not long ago ago and my impression has been that there is too much hassle around here cos all editors seem to be focused on a single point of interest. I really appreciate your idea of commercial editing though I am yet to figure how to work that out for myself, I am definitely encouraged that i could follow a more rounded and rewarding path simply by getting some more valuable skills to enhance my present editing skills. Thanks a lot and again.
Some valid points man. However, if your work is being compared to the value of a new editor, that seems less like an editor issue, but rather quality issue. It’s possible to make $1,000+ from TH-cam videos, rather than going through the strategist/commercial route
@@dannyrio_ you also have some valid points and it's 100% definitely possible, but I want to ask you this. What is the percentage of editors making that much off of editing TH-cam videos? In my experience, 2% or less. What are you making? Just curious.
@@traybiddle I make around $2,000 per video at the moment. It is very possible, considering that the average market for editors is going up. Not sure how many are charging a minimum of $1000+ but its definitley possible
@@traybiddle "Taking care of yourself" I have personally experienced this and I always felt negative about it. Going 24*7 for others work, like doing everything for them for just a small amount of money. Watching your videos encourages me to listen to my own 'gut feeling' when I think I am right. Thanks again 😁
@@traybiddle i was just joking. My bad, but i did enjoy the video and i think u said some very good stuff especially about the ai. Ai can not compete w me on short form content rn, and your video made me think damn its kinda close but not really. I feel like im way better at shorts than ai. I only do long form for the sence of community
Great video man! I’ve started to learn more about things like TH-cam strategy. What are the skills needed/process needed to get a commercial gig? I specialize in high energy sizzle reels, and would like to stay in that space. So maybe linking up with a sports agency would be a good bet?
Editing in general is hard for me. I shoot raw and giant files. Editing suite will bog . I guess it has to be in phases export and reedit? Comercial work is where i want to be.
@@traybiddle 2021 macbook pro 16 ,64 gb ram,4tb ssd ,fastest intel then a few months later the m1 came out. Editing off sandisk 32tb raid 0 G Speed shuttle w FCP. It was like 18g. I have a basic m1 16 ram 1tb. Would that be better? Jus gonna be a while to get back in tha game i guess. Am i out dated? My last project was 4tb and after intro, broll,stabe,transition,colrgrade,neat video noise reduction it was sittin at 15 Tb after render each for playback . Guess i need school🫣🤪🫡Thank You
I’m trying to get away from the TH-cam scene as well. I have one client rn that pays decent, but it’s not enough work. I’ve worked with Lankybox, iFerg, Aperture, Icydeluxe, and a few more TH-camrs. All of them had more than a million subscribers and all payed less than minimum wage lol. Except lankybox, they pay well. This a great angle to approach at. I think I’m going to do content creation tho. Starting with TikTok and working to TH-cam
That's usually how it goes, there are a few big creators who are willing to spend the money, which is where the problem lies. I agree with pursuing content creation. Check out the one person business model videos by Dan Koe
Hey man! Loved the values you shared. I am currently deeply stuck in the youtuber black hole working on video which pay close to nothing. I usually close clients because I believe I put the extra effort of adding animations. But end of the day I am aware of the fact that working for youtubers surely does not aid to my growth as an editor. I currently reside in India and mostly a bedroom editor. You mentioned networking with propective clients to bag them, but I do struggle to find the right platform to reach such people. I know this is a very repetitive question most beginners might ask you, but where exactly do you get started to make yourself visible to such high ticket clients which make my service worth working for? Thanks!
I appreciated your videos information. I would ditch the potty language and understand that your content has long term benefits in attracting many audiences if your willing to keep your vocabulary age appropriate ✌️ Your friend, O
Video editing is my passion I love creating videos and transforming ordinary videos into great ones. I really had high hopes when I started editing for TH-camrs, it was great at the start and I made decent money but along the line I noticed most weren't serious and they could just wake up one day and decide to quit TH-cam so there's no job security. The ones who were serious did almost nothing and I realized I was doing most of the work for them while they pay me peanuts and my videos make them thousands of dollars (mostly faceless channels) that was when I decided to start my own faceless channels instead of doing the work for someone and getting almost nothing, now I edit for myself and get paid, it's fun.
@@Tales_Of_Hope1 correct! That's what you find out as you start to talk to them. Which is why you have to work for established TH-camrs. Sad part of that is, there's only 3% of editors who will get to work with established creators.
@@traybiddle most established creators already have their trusted video editors. Taking their jobs is not easy. Cold email's will just drown in the pool of the thousand other video editors who are also trying to get that client. It can be really difficult.
This video should grow people: Man is spitting Truth
Thanks man! Share it with your editing friends!
100 % agree, I started charging more when I moved from just editing to actually producing content. Get a couple of cameras, a couple o lenses, lights, mics and put yourself out there. My agency now produces content for local businesses and edit videos for people outside my country. Cheers from Latin America!
@@Fostit local video is a good business model, only a little bit of competition and if you do it right, you can be known around the area.
That is what I started doing, currently I just play video games, then I have pop ups of unknown information (such as dev talk or some coding/programming stuff) about the game, usually something computer science related. Since I'[m currently in school for it. I have just started this venture, but I'm having fun showing off my computer science and media arts and animation skills.
Video editing is my passion I love creating videos and transforming ordinal videos into great ones. I really had high hopes when I started editing for TH-camrs, it was great at the start and I made decent money but along the line I noticed most weren't serious and they could just wake up one day and decide to quit TH-cam so there's no job security. The ones who were serious did almost nothing and I realized I was doing most of the work for them while they pay me peanuts and my videos make them thousands of dollars (mostly faceless channels) that was when I decided to start my own faceless channels instead of doing the work for someone and getting almost nothing, now I edit for myself and get paid, it's fun.
oh man, this video was recommended to me since I am a video editor for the last 5 years and you are correct, month per month I am after salary...
But eventually getting tired of this sh**t. Thank you for this vid, might want to film a commercial next month to build my portfolio :) This might be an eye opener for me. All the best and more power to you!
It's tiring man! Definitely try the commercial route Rico!
Oh my god Tray. This video was eye-opening. I don't have many words, all I can say is that this deserves more views then all those TH-camrs who make videos that give barely any value. This could be life-changing for me, thank you so much and god bless you.
@@velkoh I appreciate that man! Yeah it Seems like everyone that edits for TH-camrs is having the same problem
This is so enlightening. I just transitioned from audio mixing/mastering to video editing not long ago ago and my impression has been that there is too much hassle around here cos all editors seem to be focused on a single point of interest. I really appreciate your idea of commercial editing though I am yet to figure how to work that out for myself, I am definitely encouraged that i could follow a more rounded and rewarding path simply by getting some more valuable skills to enhance my present editing skills.
Thanks a lot and again.
@@isaiahadebayo 100% Isaiah glad to have you hear and looking forward to hearing about the journey bro!
Some valid points man.
However, if your work is being compared to the value of a new editor, that seems less like an editor issue, but rather quality issue.
It’s possible to make $1,000+ from TH-cam videos, rather than going through the strategist/commercial route
@@dannyrio_ you also have some valid points and it's 100% definitely possible, but I want to ask you this.
What is the percentage of editors making that much off of editing TH-cam videos? In my experience, 2% or less.
What are you making? Just curious.
@@traybiddle I make around $2,000 per video at the moment. It is very possible, considering that the average market for editors is going up. Not sure how many are charging a minimum of $1000+ but its definitley possible
@@dannyrio_ love to hear it man!
@@dannyrio_ you serious?
Thanks❤
@@Derex_ing absolutely! Appreciate you tuning in!
Tremendous value packed video❤
@@biswajeettamang4578 thanks man! What did you find most valuable?
@@traybiddle "Taking care of yourself"
I have personally experienced this and I always felt negative about it. Going 24*7 for others work, like doing everything for them for just a small amount of money.
Watching your videos encourages me to listen to my own 'gut feeling' when I think I am right.
Thanks again 😁
I need an editor for my yt vids
i can do
But i am a beginner and know basics of premier Pro and after effects
will do the edits according to your demands
@@GRUBB-MUDD DM me on Instagram bro I got you
@@traybiddle i was just joking. My bad, but i did enjoy the video and i think u said some very good stuff especially about the ai. Ai can not compete w me on short form content rn, and your video made me think damn its kinda close but not really. I feel like im way better at shorts than ai. I only do long form for the sence of community
@@GRUBB-MUDD lmao all good man! And yeah AI isn't quite there yet but I think it will be soon. Love the content man!
Great video man! I’ve started to learn more about things like TH-cam strategy.
What are the skills needed/process needed to get a commercial gig?
I specialize in high energy sizzle reels, and would like to stay in that space. So maybe linking up with a sports agency would be a good bet?
@@notimeforthatassistance1624 definitely a reel, and the ability to network with producers in your country
Editing in general is hard for me. I shoot raw and giant files. Editing suite will bog . I guess it has to be in phases export and reedit? Comercial work is where i want to be.
@@DroseMr it usually depends on your setup bro, I invested a lot in mine
@@traybiddle 2021 macbook pro 16 ,64 gb ram,4tb ssd ,fastest intel then a few months later the m1 came out. Editing off sandisk 32tb raid 0 G Speed shuttle w FCP. It was like 18g. I have a basic m1 16 ram 1tb. Would that be better? Jus gonna be a while to get back in tha game i guess. Am i out dated? My last project was 4tb and after intro, broll,stabe,transition,colrgrade,neat video noise reduction it was sittin at 15 Tb after render each for playback . Guess i need school🫣🤪🫡Thank You
I’m trying to get away from the TH-cam scene as well. I have one client rn that pays decent, but it’s not enough work. I’ve worked with Lankybox, iFerg, Aperture, Icydeluxe, and a few more TH-camrs. All of them had more than a million subscribers and all payed less than minimum wage lol. Except lankybox, they pay well. This a great angle to approach at. I think I’m going to do content creation tho. Starting with TikTok and working to TH-cam
That's usually how it goes, there are a few big creators who are willing to spend the money, which is where the problem lies. I agree with pursuing content creation. Check out the one person business model videos by Dan Koe
Hey man! Loved the values you shared. I am currently deeply stuck in the youtuber black hole working on video which pay close to nothing. I usually close clients because I believe I put the extra effort of adding animations. But end of the day I am aware of the fact that working for youtubers surely does not aid to my growth as an editor. I currently reside in India and mostly a bedroom editor. You mentioned networking with propective clients to bag them, but I do struggle to find the right platform to reach such people. I know this is a very repetitive question most beginners might ask you, but where exactly do you get started to make yourself visible to such high ticket clients which make my service worth working for? Thanks!
@@subhamsinha2076 create a linkedin account, post your edits on there, connect with producers on LinkedIn and let them know you're available to work.
TH-camrs are not business people. They lack the understanding of generosity and abundance.
True! Most of them have no clue, there are some good ones here and there tho
I appreciated your videos information.
I would ditch the potty language and understand that your content has long term benefits in attracting many audiences if your willing to keep your vocabulary age appropriate ✌️
Your friend,
O
@@Onlison appreciate the feedback
Can I see your commercial editing portfolio? Please Thanks
Stupid 😂😂😂
DM me on Instagram
Video editing is my passion I love creating videos and transforming ordinary videos into great ones. I really had high hopes when I started editing for TH-camrs, it was great at the start and I made decent money but along the line I noticed most weren't serious and they could just wake up one day and decide to quit TH-cam so there's no job security. The ones who were serious did almost nothing and I realized I was doing most of the work for them while they pay me peanuts and my videos make them thousands of dollars (mostly faceless channels) that was when I decided to start my own faceless channels instead of doing the work for someone and getting almost nothing, now I edit for myself and get paid, it's fun.
@@Tales_Of_Hope1 correct! That's what you find out as you start to talk to them. Which is why you have to work for established TH-camrs. Sad part of that is, there's only 3% of editors who will get to work with established creators.
@@traybiddle most established creators already have their trusted video editors. Taking their jobs is not easy. Cold email's will just drown in the pool of the thousand other video editors who are also trying to get that client. It can be really difficult.
@@Tales_Of_Hope1 you're 100% right brother!