Summary of short-form editing outsourcing prices, from price per case to monthly cost.

The price of short-form editing outsourcing ranges from 20,000 to 300,000 won per case domestically, and starts around 10,000 won if outsourced to an overseas remote editor. The difficulty of editing is not the only reason why prices rise so much. This is because for Czizyk and SOOP streamers, there is a separate hidden cost called 'time to find the moment that exploded in a few hours of replay.'

Short-form editing outsourcing, what is the real price per case?

The price of short form editing outsourcing varies greatly depending on who outsources even the same ‘one short form’. The table below shows the price range for each editor type and what is usually included in the price.

If you just look at the numbers, overseas remote services seem overwhelmingly cheap. However, keep in mind that this price list is mostly based on editing 'sources that have already been cut short'. If the original is a live replay of several hours, it's a completely different story. If you are curious about the latest price, it is most accurate to search for 'short form edit' in Kmong or Sumgo] and receive a quote directly along with the included range.

Why is the price three times different for each company even though it is the same ‘short form’?

If you just compare the numbers on the quote, you won't be able to tell which is a ripoff and which is conscientious. In reality, the six variables below raise and lower the unit price. Once you have received the quote, you can look back on how each of these items is included.

• Original Length: A 5-minute source and a 3-hour VOD differ starting from the navigation labor. The longer it is, the larger the addition width is.
• Number of cuts: Editing with frequent jump cuts increases work time + tens of thousands of won
• Subtitle style: More than twice the difference depending on whether it is basic subtitles, entertainment-type emphasis, or kinetic subtitles.
• Motion, Effect: If zoom, transition, or sound effects are included, it is added per case.
• Color Correction: Whether to include brightness and tone correction
• Number of revisions: Is it included once, or is there a cost for each additional revision?

In summary, although the unit ‘one short form’ appears to be the same, the amount of work contained within it varies from company to company. The cheaper the quote, the more likely it is to omit subtitles, motion, and modifications, so start by guessing the included range.

Why are outsourcing estimates for streamer VOD particularly expensive?

This is the point most price guides don't touch. The unit price listed on the price list assumes that the editor has received '5-minute source material that has already been released.' However, the exact opposite is true for streamers who go live for 3-6 hours every day. The editor has to watch the 3-hour replay from the beginning to find the sections filled with star balloons and cheese, and the moments when chat exploded.

This ‘search labor’ is not visible in the estimate. However, from an editor's point of view, it is actually the most time-consuming task, so if you hand over a long original in its entirety, the price per piece doubles or triples, or a condition such as "please cut the source material" is attached. In the end, the cost is different depending on whether I or the editor does the work of selecting the explosive moments.

For a streamer who broadcasts every day, how much is the monthly outsourcing fee?

Although the unit price per case can be felt, the real decision-making number for someone who broadcasts every day is ‘how much per month.’ I simply converted it into how many clips are picked for 5 broadcasts a week and what the unit price is per episode (based on 4 weeks a month).

50,000 won per case100

100,000 won per case200

200,000 won per case400

Even if you take 5 cases per week and pay 100,000 won per case, it is 2 million won per month. Considering that Shorts can receive revenue distribution based on views through the YouTube Partner Program], it is true that the editing fee is an investment in channel growth. Still, it is a burden to spend this amount on a fixed basis every month before the channel is established.

What must be checked in an outsourcing quotation?

When you entrust something cheap and end up in trouble, it usually comes down to ‘conditions’ rather than the unit price. Whether you entrust it to Kmong, a freelancer, or an agency, please confirm the items below in writing before signing the contract.

• Original delivery method: Whether to transfer the entire VOD or cut out sections (search costs vary here)
• Whether or not the number of revisions is included: How many basic revisions are included and how much is the unit price for additional revisions?
• Delivery date: How many days per clip and does it match the broadcast cycle?
• Copyright, BGM: Is the sound source available for commercial use, and who is responsible for the copyright?
• Clip selection subject: I decide which scenes will be made into shorts, or the editor suggests them.
• Settlement unit: Per transaction or monthly package, settlement basis in case of cancellation or rework

When looking at portfolios and reviews, the key is whether there are ‘videos similar to my broadcast results’. If you are an editor who has experience with game and talk-oriented live clips, you will already have an eye for the moment when something happens, greatly reducing communication back and forth.

Outsourcing vs. AI automatic editing, how are the cost structures fundamentally different?

Outsourcing and AI automatic editing are not simply about 'human or machine', but the charging model itself is different. Outsourcing has a linear structure in which labor costs accumulate per clip, and AI automatic editing has a subscription structure that analyzes the entire original.

In the table, ClipSpray] is the one that leaves the 'explosion moment search' to a machine. When you upload a VOD of a Czizyk and SOOP broadcast, chat and Done reactions are analyzed to select candidate clips, and the basis for which scene was selected and why is shown in a timeline report (How it works).

The price structure is also worth comparing. ClipSpray plans are Light $19.99 (50 per month), Pro $59.99 (160 per month), Max $119.99 (330 per month), which extracts 9:16 vertical shorts and 16:9 horizontal clips with subtitles, titles, and upload text. If you outsource 5 items per week (20 items per month) at 100,000 won per case, the amount is 2 million won per month, but the difference is that the same quantity falls within the subscription limit. Instead, I want to be honest and say that the decision to select and polish the final clip is still up to me.

So which is right for my situation: outsourcing, direct editing, or AI?

The answer varies depending on broadcast frequency, budget, original length, and willingness to personally select. Use the quarterly guide below to apply to your situation.

• Sometimes broadcasting requires full entertainment editing options for one clip → Outsourcing to people. If the cost per case is not burdensome and custom quality is important, this is better.
• I want to broadcast every day and set monthly fixed costs in a predictable manner → AI automatic editing. The longer the original and the larger the volume, the more advantageous it is compared to labor costs per case.
• The original is over 3 hours long, but it is difficult to find it the moment it breaks → AI automatic editing. Take care of the navigation labor with chat and done signals.
• I want to select the clips myself and have time to spare → After editing only the candidates or using AI, I finish the process myself.
• The budget is tight and the channel needs to be expanded through volume → A mixed method of selecting candidates with AI and outsourcing only those with good responses.

There is one standard when considering the price of short-form editing outsourcing. First, determine whether the real source of your cost is ‘editing touches’ or ‘hours of searching through the original text’. If the latter is large, the calculation will be faster if you flip through the entire original. If you are inclined to select an editor yourself, follow the contract and verification checklist in YouTube Editor Recruitment Guide.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does short-form editing outsourcing cost per case?

Overseas remote editors charge around 10,000 won, platform freelancers such as Kmong charge 20,000-100,000 won, domestic professional freelancers charge 50,000-200,000 won, and professional agencies charge 150,000-300,000 won. However, this price is mostly a standard for editing sources that have already been cut short.

It's the same 'short form', but why is the price three times different for each company?

This is because six variables determine the unit price: original length, number of cuts, subtitle style, motion, effects, color correction, and number of modifications. The cheaper the quote, the more likely it is to omit subtitles, motion, and editing, so you need to guess the inclusion range first.

Why is the outsourcing quote for streamer VOD so expensive?

The price list assumes that a 5-minute source code has already been released, but for a 3-hour replay, the editor must personally find the section where star balloons, cheese, and chat are concentrated. Because of this search labor, the price per unit doubles or triples, or a condition such as 'please cut the sauce' is attached.

How much does it cost per month to broadcast every day?

If you deposit 5 clips a week at 100,000 won per case, it is about 2 million won for 20 clips per month. Depending on the number of clips and the price per case, it can increase from 600,000 won to 8 million won per month.

How are the cost structures different between human outsourcing and AI automatic editing?

Human outsourcing has a linear structure in which labor costs accumulate per clip, so as the volume increases, the cost increases proportionally. On the other hand, AI automatic editing is a monthly subscription structure that analyzes the entire original, so the longer the original is and the larger the volume, the more advantageous it becomes.

Source

• YouTube Partner Program Help (Google)
• ClipSpray plans
• Kmong
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