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Estimate Template
Stop losing sleep over ghosting clients and unpaid labor by securing your creative time with a professional estimate and a non-refundable upfront deposit.
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Protect your profit margins by explicitly defining the number of included revision rounds and stating that additional assets provided after the start date will trigger a change order.
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Clients want to know what to expect. As a Video Editor, sending a clean, professional estimate builds trust and sets clear boundaries before you lock in a final price.
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REF: 2026-0011. Project Background
This document is a good-faith Estimate for professional Video Editor services. It outlines approximate costs based on initial discussions and is subject to change.
2. Estimated Deliverables
The Contractor shall provide the following deliverables:
- Phase 1: Footage Review, Logging, and Rough Cut Assembly$0.00
- Phase 2: Color Grading, Sound Design, and Motion Graphics$0.00
- Phase 3: Final Render, Master Delivery, and Two Rounds of Revisions$0.00
3. Next Steps & Terms
Upon approval of this Estimate, the terms will transition into a binding Service Agreement. A deposit will be required before work commences via our secure portal.
TERMS & CONDITIONS (Summary):
1. Payment: 50% Deposit required.
2. Copyright: Rights transfer to Client upon full payment.
Disclaimer: This template is for educational purposes only.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I stop clients from asking for 'just one more tweak' indefinitely?
Specify a strict number of revision rounds in your estimate. Once those are exhausted, clearly state that further changes move to an hourly 'Post-Production Support' rate.
Why is it necessary to collect a deposit before I start the rough cut?
A deposit secures your availability in a busy production schedule and ensures the client is financially committed, covering your initial time spent organizing and indexing footage.
What happens if the client changes the project direction halfway through the edit?
Your estimate should include a 'Scope of Work' clause. If the creative brief changes significantly, you are legally entitled to pause work and issue a revised estimate for the new direction.