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An invoice template for freelance video editors billing for editing time, deliverables, revision rounds, and asset preparation.
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Your Name
Invoice
INV-001
Bill to
Client Name
Issued
2026-04-30
Due
2026-05-15
Terms
Net 15
| Description | Qty | Rate | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| — | 1 | — | $0.00 |
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What this template includes
Every field you need for a professional video editor invoice.
Business name, address, and contact information
Client name and billing address
Unique invoice number
Invoice date and payment due date
Itemized line items with description, quantity, rate, and amount
Subtotal, tax (if applicable), and total due
Payment terms and accepted methods
Notes or special instructions
Project name and deliverable type
Revision rounds included
Footage hours processed
Best for: Freelance video editors billing for short-form, long-form, YouTube, podcast, or commercial editing work
When to use this video editor invoice template
Use this template for any video editing engagement — YouTube cut-downs, social media edits, podcast video, brand commercials, wedding videos, course content, or long-form documentary work. The template handles per-project billing (most common), per-minute-of-finished-video pricing, hourly editing rates, and retainer arrangements for clients with weekly content needs. Pre-filled line items show a typical multi-deliverable invoice with revision rounds and asset prep separated, so the client can see exactly what they're paying for.
How video editors typically charge
Video editor pricing splits widely by deliverable type. Per-project rates: $150–$500 for a YouTube short or social cut-down, $400–$2,000 for a typical YouTube long-form edit, $1,500–$10,000+ for branded commercial work, $3,000–$15,000+ for documentary or course content. Hourly rates: $35–$150/hr depending on specialty (motion graphics, color grading, and audio mixing command higher rates than basic cuts). Per-minute pricing: $50–$300+ per finished minute. The biggest pricing lever is scope clarity — invoices that specify revision rounds, raw footage hours, and asset deliverables avoid 80% of payment disputes.
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Questions, answered
Frequently asked questions
How many revision rounds should I include?
Two rounds is standard for most video work; three for complex commercial projects. State revision scope explicitly: 'Round 1: structural changes, pacing, music swaps. Round 2: minor tweaks only.' Out-of-scope revisions billed hourly at your standard rate. Unlimited revisions is the fastest way to lose money on a project — clients will send notes forever if you let them.
Should I bill for footage prep separately?
Yes, when raw footage is unprocessed or disorganized. Add a 'Footage organization and prep' line item (typically $50–$200) for projects where you spend more than an hour normalizing audio, color matching takes, or sorting through unsynchronized files. Clients underestimate prep time; line-itemizing it educates them and pre-empts disputes about why edit hours exceed the agreed scope.
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