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Assistant Editor

Salary data based on 27 job postings

"The median salary for an Assistant Editor in the Content/Entertainment field is $61,500 per year, with salaries ranging from $52,000 at the 10th percentile to $113,767 at the 90th percentile based on 16 job postings. Key skills required for this role include Adobe Premiere Pro, video editing, attention to detail, and strong communication skills."

Last updated: February 2026

Median

$61,500

10th Percentile

$52,000

90th Percentile

$113,767

Sample Size

16

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Assistant Editor Salary Distribution

PercentileAnnual SalaryDescription
10th Percentile$52,000Entry-level / lower range
50th Percentile (Median)$61,500Typical salary
90th Percentile$113,767Senior / top earners

Based on 16 job postings with salary data

Skills for Assistant Editor

Adobe Premiere ProAttention to detailAdobe PremiereVideo editingCommunication skillsMedia asset managementProject organizationMedia EncoderOrganizational skillsAfter Effects

Common Employers Hiring Assistant Editor

  • NBCUniversal3 positions
  • Buddha Jones2 positions
  • Trailer Park Group2 positions
  • DramaBox2 positions
  • Penguin Random House LLC2 positions

Top Locations for Assistant Editor

Los Angeles, CANew York, NY100 Universal City Plaza, Universal City, CA 91608Woodland Hills, CANew York, United States

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Data extracted from 27 job postings on Hollylist.com ยท Last updated February 2026