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Video Editor

Based on 36 assessments

46% Moderate risk

Average realistic automation risk across all Video Editor profiles in the dataset.

Raw potential
80%
Realistic risk
46%
Research benchmark ?
47%

Raw potential = I/O automation ceiling. Realistic risk = adjusted for informal knowledge and social context. Research benchmark: Eloundou et al. (2023)

Distribution across 36 profiles. Middle half of Video Editors score between 42% and 50%.

0% 50% 100%
p10 · 39%
53% · p90
On-screen work 75%

Done entirely on a computer. High AI exposure — these tasks are already in the automation zone.

In-person + screen 25%

Physical sensing, digital output — e.g. interviewing someone then writing a report. Partially protected.

Computer + action 0%

Computer input, real-world output — needs someone to act on it, not just software.

Fully in-person 0%

No computer required. Furthest from automation — the strongest human advantage.

3 synthetic profiles for a Video Editor, ordered by automation exposure. Tab between them to see how task mix drives the score difference.

Task Time Type Exposure
Cutting and arranging selected clips in a timeline to create a coherent sequence, ensuring smooth transitions and pacing
deep expertise social element
25% DD 24%
Reviewing raw footage to select the best clips for the final video, based on quality, relevance, and storytelling needs
deep expertise social element
24% DD 25%
Applying color correction and grading to enhance visual consistency and mood across the video
23% DD 63%
Adding and synchronizing audio elements, such as voiceovers, music, and sound effects, to complement the visuals
12% AD 36%
Collaborating with clients or team members to review drafts, gather feedback, and make revisions based on input
deep expertise social element
7% AD 15%
Exporting the final video in multiple formats and resolutions for different platforms (e.g., social media, broadcast, web)
5% DD 96%
Incorporating text, graphics, and visual effects (e.g., titles, subtitles, animations) to reinforce messaging or branding
1% DD 62%

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