Video Editing & Filmmaking
Assistant Editor / YouTube Editor → Freelance Editor / Cinematographer → Director / Producer → Own Production House
Duration
3–6 months (self-taught editing) / 2–3 years (formal diploma from FTII/SRFTI) / 3 years (BSc Film/Media)
Stream
ARTS
Entry Salary
₹15,000–₹40,000/month (freelance video editor or assistant at a production house)
5-Year Salary
₹50,000–₹2,00,000/month (established editor, cinematographer, or director)
Eligibility
FTII: Graduation in any field. Skill-based: No degree required. Smartphone or laptop with editing software. Creativity and storytelling sense matter most.
Entrance Exam Details
Career Progression
Expected Salary Range
Entry Level (Year 1)
₹15,000–₹40,000/month (freelance video editor or assistant at a production house)
Starting salary for freshers
After 5 Years (Experienced)
₹50,000–₹2,00,000/month (established editor, cinematographer, or director)
With relevant experience and specialisation
Preparation Roadmap
Learn DaVinci Resolve (free, professional-grade editor). Start by editing your own short films or other creators' content. YouTube is full of free tutorials. Build a showreel of 5–10 edited videos. Freelance on Fiverr/ Upwork — demand for video editors is constantly growing (every business needs video content). Wedding videography is a reliable income stream locally. Smartphone filmmaking is a legitimate art form now.
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