If you’re working on a video project, sometimes editing a video can be a tedious job. After all, you’ll be spending hours looking at the same frames over and over again. So, why not hire a video editor? It’ll be much easier than doing it yourself, and you’ll even be able to shoot your other video projects. Of course, there is the question of whether you go for a freelancer, or someone who’s outsourced by another company. Which is easier? That’s the tougher question. So, let’s help you. Here are a few things to think about, when you hire a video editor, no matter if they’re a freelancer or they’re outsourced.
Prices Are Important
One of the most common worries, for filmmakers, is the hire price for a video editor. Sometimes, you’ll find editors who overcharge for their services, other times they’ll undercharge. But how can you tell which editor is worth the price they set? Sure, a portfolio can seem too good to be true, but when it comes to editing your video, to your vision, it may not be the same.
Do your research first. When it comes to prices, you need to be able to judge for yourself whether it’s more financially beneficial, to hire a freelancer, or to hire an outsourced video editor. Many times, you’ll find outsourced video editors are a lot steadier in their prices. After all, the company that hires them will set the price for them, and this will usually be per video, not per hour or day. So, think about whether you want a quick edit, or a dedicated video editor, it’ll help you save your money, in the long run.
Quality Vs Quantity
You also need to think about the quality of the video you’re editing. Think about whether you want a high-quality piece, worthy of a place in a film festival, or if you’re doing something for social media, like a short TikTok video, or a vlog for YouTube. These things matter, because it depends on the type of video editor you hire, which platform you want your videos on. So, for a high-quality video, for a film festival, you may need to consult several freelance and outsourced video editors at the same time. If you’re looking for a quick TikTok video, then maybe a freelancer. Better yet, if you’re looking to create a series of vlogs for YouTube, you may want to use an outsourced video editor.
There are many options for different videos. So, you need to think about the type of videos and/or how many videos you want to make. If you want to make quick and short videos, you may think about using freelancers, as they can charge either by the day or by the hour. However, if you want to make several videos, for platforms like YouTube or Vimeo, you may want to consult an outsourced video editor. They will ensure that your videos are high quality, and you’ll have steady delivery dates, if you’re making a series that requires steady uploads.
Multiple Or Single Editors
As a filmmaker, you’ll come across many different types of projects. Some will be short enough that only one person is necessary to edit the video, while others may need multiple editors at once. This is true for a lot of feature films. Think about the major blockbusters you see in cinema. You’ll find several names under the “editors” credit list. This is because these productions will use editors that specialise in different aspects of the video’s edit. Some have strengths in colour grading, others might be more experienced in special effects and animation. Whatever the job, you need to make sure you know if your edit needs more than one editor.
Sometimes, using freelancers, for different aspects of the edit can be useful. After all, there may be times when they need to wait for someone else to finish editing the video, before they can get to work on it. Other times, you may want to just use a single editor, but you need to think about the scope of work first. Using an outsourced video editor is a great decision, when it comes to shorter videos, or videos that require only one editor.
Customer Service
Sometimes, you want to ensure that your video is being taken care of. If you’re after good customer service, you may not get that with a freelancer. After all, they may take on multiple projects at once, since they’re being paid per project, per day. However, outsourced video editors will take one project at a time, so they can ensure the best quality and edit for your videos. Not only that, but they’re also backed up by a customer service team, who’ll be able to act as a mediator, if you experience any issues.
So, if you want that customer service, think about using outsourced video editors. After all, they work for a company, who will not only take care of them, but you as well. Sometimes, if there is any form of miscommunication, the customer services team will be able to handle it. So, neither you nor they would need to handle it alone, and any miscommunication can be fixed easily.
Choose We Cut Media
While choosing freelance video editors can be a good option, it’s not always a steady one. So, if you’re creating a lot of videos, whether for a film festival, a corporation, a wedding or to promote yourselves, why not try out an outsourced video editor? We at We Cut Media have many experienced video editors on hand, to make sure your video projects are edited to a high standard, as well as delivered on time. We can handle any project you throw our way. Not only that, but you’ll only ever need to deal with one editor, for all your video editing projects. So, you won’t need to repeat yourself, every time you pitch a new project our way. Your video editor will know exactly what to expect and match their editing style to yours. Check out our website and price packages now! We promise you won’t be disappointed.
