Video Editing Is Too Saturated…

[@blossomjey6224]

I'm Here from the Editors academy and I can say it has helped my a lot in my editing and outreach. If you are thinking about Joining the Academy, this is the sign you've been waiting for.

[@sampdbiz]

PS - Use code BLOSSOM for a secret discount at checkout hahah! Thanks very much for the kind words :)

[@JoeEditz1]

Agree with you brother, investing effort into learning new skills is crucial for becoming a better video editor and staying ahead of the competition

[@sampdbiz]

100% spot on. Thanks for watching!

[@HangoutWithAndrei]

Sam posting after a long while in the summer, means it's a good summer.

[@sampdbiz]

Hahah thank you brother, you know I always appreciate your support!!

[@aidanhofma87]

Every time I watch your content, I always find unbelievable clarity about my work and life. You just addressed a line of thought that's been on my mind for couple of days now. Thanks a lot bro.

[@sampdbiz]

This is the best thing you could've told me, I'm glad that my content is answering questions and solving problems for you bro, thanks for watching!!

[@cashvera1199]

You really open our eyes bro -- it’s totally true, the "editing" is currently saturated BUT of mediocre video editors -- and very needed TRUTH EDITORS --- and this is the really IMPORTANT thing to become one of those 1% PROFSIONALS -- Excellent video Bro!!!

[@sampdbiz]

100%, right now there's so many insane opportunities for capable editors - it's crazy. Thanks for watching :)

[@joshuarosen2483]

As someone who bought his class, it's a very good editing class with a lot of information. Sure, there's a bunch of info you can find on your own, but it'll take months longer than if you just buy the class. He's also very responsive to instant messages. Definitely recommend if you're trying to get started with a video editing business.

[@sampdbiz]

Super glad to hear that Joshua, thanks very much and let me know if there's anything I can do to help!

[@-HollywoodAtHome-]

Don’t underestimate the power of the product that is your editing

[@sampdbiz]

100%. Great to see you here bro and thanks for watching :)

[@-HollywoodAtHome-]

@sampdbiz Yeah man! Let’s collab sometime

[@sampdbiz]

@@-HollywoodAtHome- Let's do it bro! Slide me a DM on X

[@-HollywoodAtHome-]

@@sampdbiz I don't have X but I sent you a quick email. Sorry it took so long lol, I was out of town

[@samfordofficial]

I remember watching your videos in January after a failed business attempt in 2023 and thinking, "I'd love to work with KZbinrs with millions of subscribers." Now, thanks to your course and training, I actually am working with KZbinrs with millions of subscribers. If anyone is on the fence about Editor's Academy, just go for it. Sam P Dunn is one of the few who actually wants to help you and see you grow. Thanks for mentioning me brother!

[@sampdbiz]

Thank you Sam, keep smashing it!!

[@hamviraledit]

I have managed to land the rare opportunity of having a friend who is good at finding small buisnesses and making advertisments for them, he was looking for an editor and i jumped the opportunity. I used to edit for fun like 10 years ago but now i am getting paid for it and its amazing, i really hope his buisness booms and ill keep having stuff to work on, its a dream coming true for sure

[@sampdbiz]

Congrats on firstly identifying and then landing that opportunity bro, I can sense your excitement through your message alone. Congrats!

[@sarahharding4389]

There are two types of editors in the world: those who see the market/circumstances as either for or against them and those who will always find opportunity (and lots of it!) by sharpening their skills in service to real problems clients face in a versatile and lucrative industry!

[@sampdbiz]

Hi Sarah, great outlook - you've won the $20 comment competition so I've dropped you a DM on Skool! :)

[@sarahharding4389]

Awesome! Thanks Sam for all the inspiration and work you do for this community!

[@RjRileyBuisness]

Glad your back man :)

[@sampdbiz]

Thanks very much Riley, great to be back!

[@Abdolovesediting]

What I see common nowadays is that an editor directly jumps to freelancing, without learning editing first. The main priority should be given to 'master the skills'. Then using the skills, service should be provided. Once the service is quite good and valuable, an offer should be built around it and clients should be acquired. Without first building the skills, business will surely fail. Its like "finding passenger without learning driving first!"

[@sampdbiz]

You're so right bro, great analogy too. Thanks for your comment!

[@Tahaedits522]

Just editing videos isn't enough. You have to also learn sales, marketing and customer service.

[@sampdbiz]

Very true. There's so many skills that fold into 'video editing' - not as simple as many people would think!

[@OneMadNugget]

I only started looking for editing work late last year and have already found some success which I'm pretty happy with. I feel like the editing market can't be too overly saturated with the opportunities I've had. I'm always looking for opportunities to better myself at video editing and marketing myself in general. I don't know if this will help other editors but it's worth looking into possible local resources that may be available. - For example, I know that where I live there's business and marketing courses as well as organisations that can help with providing business and financial advice. I've found them to be very helpful.

[@sampdbiz]

Always appreciate your support man, glad to hear you're killing it too!

[@zubairahmed6800]

That's what I needed, thank you.

[@sampdbiz]

You're welcome! Glad to hear.

[@chadmullins7553]

As there are a lot of people competing even for the larger clients, I dont think it is oversaturated if we do not limit ourselves to only video editing. I believe if we add more to our abilities beyond the video editing, we can enhance peoples channels even more. A lot of the people struggle with more than just editing, like reaching out to brands, making community posts, replying to comments etc... etc... So going beyond the edit and and adding in a few other things can really separate us from competition.

[@sampdbiz]

100%, it's all about skill stacking and becoming capable. So long as you consistently do that + share your work in an impactful way, you cannot lose.

[@chadmullins7553]

@@sampdbiz Love your philosophy! Thanks so much!

[@CongDayRoi]

Thanks bro this video gives me hope ❤

[@sampdbiz]

No problem at all, I'm glad I could help!

[@sampdbiz]

Thanks again for watching, I took some time off recently for multiple reasons but we're very much back with a bang now. I'd love to hear your thoughts on this video guys :)

[@anndiestephen7671]

Hi Sam. Thank you for the notch content as always. 👌Using the "I help..."model, do we have to niche when starting out? Also, where can I watch your portfolio please, videos you've edited for top clients?

[@sampdbiz]

Hi there, some of my work can be found on www.sampdunn.com/work-with-me - but as I mentioned towards the end of the video, I'm transitioning away from client video editing and more towards editing for ownership/building personal brands in exchange for equity!

[@anndiestephen7671]

@@sampdbiz Thank you Sam. Wish you the best with your transition.

[@Unboxingitems3]

I agree the Creator Economy is just starting. Knowing how to create engaging content and edit videos is going to be one of the top skills in the near future. It's a great time to learn the skill of video editing.

[@sampdbiz]

Definitely, the potential of the space is limitless and PEOPLE will never stop buying from PEOPLE!

[@dibyajyotisamal8176]

The Creator Economy is just starting. The editing market is booming. Knowing how to create engaging content and edit videos is going to be one of the top skills in the near future. It's a great time to learn the skill of video editing.

[@sampdbiz]

Well said! Thanks for watching :)

[@ItsJackCole]

Beast 👑

[@sampdbiz]

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With a lot more video editors it takes more to stand out. But with a lot more video editors there will also be a lot more that are worse than you if you apply yourself and try. So just keep improving and you will look better than a lot others. Then you just have to put yourself out there and you can stand out! :)

[@sampdbiz]

You're so right! Thanks for the comment bro.

[@jigz7337]

Damn and I was just gonna start learning

[@sampdbiz]

Watch the full video my friend :)

[@4-ledit]

There's a big gap waiting to be filled by value on the market. Like you said maybe there's lots of editors right there offering their services, and every one of them seeing this starting lowers the price of his services instead of increasing the value they can provide. In these times it's essential to learn other skills with which you can add value to reach that small percentage of editors who take the big piece of the cake.

[@sampdbiz]

100% man, spot on. Thanks for watching!

[@ishaansomal7747]

Hey man I have watched some vids. Do you think editors academy is for me if I know absolutely nothing about editing?

[@sampdbiz]

Yep it's designed for beginners

[@prittkoprittke1675]

Thank you so much

[@PraiseAdeniyi-tt5ez]

Thank you so much for this sir

[@sampdbiz]

No problem at all, glad you enjoyed :)

[@Indij305]

*Thoughts on the video: It's a well-done video that addresses the saturation in the video editing market by separating it into low-skill and low-quality editors and then high-skill and high-quality editors. In turn, it shows that while the bottom of the market may be crowded, there is plenty of opportunity for those talented editors who can differentiate themselves with vastly superior skills, presentation, communication, and an offer nobody can refuse *My thoughts on the future of video editing : It's a competitive field, video editing, but with great prospects for differentiation through quality performance, a unique value proposition, and good marketing you'll be fine. Afterward, the editor can do well within the industry by specializing in niches, building strong client relationships, and always looking to improve. * With that being said , it is saturated but by being the best at your craft the saturated market will not affect you at all . Have a well thought out plan for every aspect of what you need to do in your journey to get there and execute .Polish your plan as you go through your journey. Great mentorship can help you cover all of those aspects as well. Great Video and great points .

[@sampdbiz]

Thanks for watching and leaving your thoughts, you're so right on this one!

[@RealAlphaGuru]

The video editing market is dynamic and expanding, offering opportunities for both beginners and professionals. With the continued growth of video content across various sectors and advancements in technology, the demand for skilled video editors is likely to remain strong. Whether through freelance work, full-time positions, or personal projects, video editing remains a vibrant and exciting field.

[@TheEggCommander2]

You should’ve at least tried to hide the fact that you used ai

[@sampdbiz]

I know right? 😂 The AI commenters won't be winning the $20 hahah

[@RealAlphaGuru]

@@TheEggCommander2 The whole world is using Ai to make money, But if some one is using Ai to win money you have a problem ?

[@TheEggCommander2]

@@RealAlphaGuru when the rules specifically state to not use Ai then yes I have a problem

[@TK-pv4uq]

Can you get a gig just as a video editor? Sure, but you're just a commodity. Everyone, literally, everyone - has access to free resources, tutorials, and prospects. So instead of only offering video editing, I believe a game changer is to move towards the higher tier of roles, and become a strategist or copywriter (who can edit engaging & emotional videos) Businesses not only need video edits, but they need ideas, scripts, and someone who can read the analytics. You can make $3k-$4k as a sole video editor, or you can make $5k-$8k+ as a growth strategist who's so valuable it'll be unusual and odd for them to not want to work with you. But you're right, you need to aim for the right clients and there's a ton of successful content creators who can hire you. 29,000 creators with 1M subs? That's insane!

[@sampdbiz]

For sure, the great thing about video editing is it's a high-value skill, so just like you said - you can combine it with copywriting, strategy etc to be capable enough to solve almost any issues these creators run into. And I agree, I was surprised at 29,000 creators with 1M+ subscribers too, it's crazy.

[@NeverAloneNeverAfraid]

Wow good points 👏🏽

[@sampdbiz]

Thanks :)

[@TheInteGratedStudio]

Hi Sam, You are Right but we have no another skill.

[@sampdbiz]

Watch the video my friend :)

[@liberty9999]

4:22 "Waiting for a 10💲client"🤣🤣

[@sampdbiz]

🤣

[@aelvantcinema]

The editing market is full of editors copying others' ideas to gain attention.The trick is to just BE.YOUR.SELF....You have to be creative and learn the skills required to show them something ethereal to conquer their hearts. 🗣💯

[@sampdbiz]

Definitely, taking inspiration from edits you see is great - but it's all about channeling your creativity and seeing opportunity for creativity even when there is very little.

[@Stricz_editz]

As a student, my aim isn’t to get like 10k a month all I want is a few extra 100 or more

[@sampdbiz]

That's a great goal to have an certainly very achievable.

[@atosz52]

I think you can make it work if you stay up to date with ai and you also learn how to sell and market yourself

[@sampdbiz]

Exactly, it's all about becoming capable. Thanks for watching!

[@Justusiwuchukwu]

I want to learn video editing but I don't have money to buy a laptop how can do it I only have phone

[@sampdbiz]

This should serve as some inspiration: x.com/sampdbiz/status/1815079336975700003 A 12 year old kid started editing on his mums phone, found enough clients to buy himself a laptop, and is now smashing it. Not having the right equipment can be a massive roadblock, I've been there. But your options are to either struggle through mobile phone editing on CapCut, or to save up enough from earning money OUTSIDE of video editing to buy a capable laptop. Hope this helps, keep at it!

[@ItsRaivo]

Video editing isn't saturated when the creator market keeps on only growing

[@sampdbiz]

100%, there's so many monetization opportunities on TikTok, Instagram, KZbin etc - each of them normally having their own editing opportunities propping them up!

[@Y-e-x-y-z]

When is the next editing competition

[@sampdbiz]

I'll do one very soon, always love seeing all you guys' entries :)

[@TheEggCommander]

Honestly the majority of video editors are literally only here for money, with no real passion for video editing. If you really have a passion for editing you'll work on the skills, and the money will come to you(granted you do actually go looking for it).

[@sampdbiz]

That's it 100%, they just do the bare minimum, and it's easy to fall into that trap when I'm not feeling inspired or motivated - but put me on a project that I'm interested in and I end up spending TOO long adding little creative bits to it, I love it 😂

[@NeverAloneNeverAfraid]

I want to learn how to edit for my own videos.

[@sampdbiz]

That's the great thing about video editing, you can edit your own videos or get paid to edit someone elses. Such a valuable skill!

[@GazeMe570]

Sick video!

[@sampdbiz]

Thanks very much :)

[@Justusiwuchukwu]

Have manners it is not easy to do a video

[@galan8152]

Yea you cant sit in the middle

[@sampdbiz]

For sure. Thanks for watching!

[@rupakvinoth9458]

I think video editing is not saturated its just filled with unprofessional editors who are using cap cut kind of tools and calling themself editors on their bio on editing movie clips and that makes editors look bad

[@sampdbiz]

You’re so right, spot on!