Cheap Video Editing Services in the UK (Just £5)

We’ve all been there. A passion project, a charity campaign, or a good idea that deserves more than a dodgy jump cut. But if you’re working with a near-zero budget, editing can feel completely out of reach.

The good news? It’s not. Whether you’re making a social ad, a pitch video, or a short doc, there are a handful of reliable ways to get your video edited on a budget of £100 or less. A few that start from just £5.

Here’s a round-up of your best ultra-low-cost options, from automated apps to real editors who care.

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Where to Get Your Video Edited on the Cheap — Even for Just £5

Platforms Where You Can Hire Editors from £5–£100

Fiverr
Fiverr is famous for starting at £5 (though most halfway-decent editors will charge more). It’s a wild west of quality, but you can find decent work if you’re clear, polite, and don’t expect miracles. Perfect for cutting a quick social clip or trimming a talking head.
Price: From £5
Best for: Basic cuts, TikToks, social media
Pros: Huge pool of editors, very low prices, lots of niches
Cons: Quality and communication can vary widely

Airtasker
Price: £25–£100 per task
Best for: Reels, event footage, small jobs in the UK
Pros: Local freelancers, fast turnaround
Cons: Mixed experience levels, vetting required

PeoplePerHour
Price: £10–£100
Best for: Social content, wedding clips, branded shorts
Pros: Transparent pricing, UK-focused
Cons: Limited ultra-low-end gigs

Upwork
Price: £28–£40/hr for UK editors
Best for: Regular or repeat freelance editing
Pros: Portfolio reviews, vetting, global talent
Cons: More suited to ongoing work than one-offs

Twine
Price: Often under £100 per project
Best for: Passion projects, niche edits, music videos
Pros: UK-based creatives, flexible pricing
Cons: Smaller pool of editors than Fiverr/Upwork

DIY apps for simple edits

CapCut Desktop
Price: Free
Best for: TikToks, Reels, shorts
Pros: AI tools, transitions, easy to use
Cons: Not great for longer or more complex edits

Canva Video Editor
Price: Free (Pro: £10/month)
Best for: Template-based videos, quick edits
Pros: Drag-and-drop simplicity, great for social content
Cons: Limited timeline control compared to pro tools

Community & Crowd-Powered Help

Reddit: r/VideoEditors_forhire
Price: £20–£45/hr or per project
Best for: Podcasts, channels, one-offs
Pros: Honest pricing, often passionate editors
Cons: No formal protections, variable skill levels

HitRecord
Price: Often free or for credit
Best for: Artistic and collaborative projects
Pros: Passionate contributors, great for creative briefs
Cons: No formal hire process, collaborative not custom

Budget-Friendly Production Services

Splento
Price: From £149/hour
Best for: Events, business edits, showreels
Pros: Fast delivery, vetted pros
Cons: Higher starting rate, less suitable for story-led edits

FilmFolk
Price: From £49/hour
Best for: Regular or small-business clients
Pros: Flexible, transparent rates
Cons: Limited creative flair unless briefed well

Freelancer Spotlight: Joe at Cinematic Lee Ltd

Cinematic Lee (Joe Savitch-Lee)
Price: Flexible (contact for quote)
Best for: Creative or charitable projects, TV-quality editing
Pros: Broadcast-trained, great communicator, karma discounts for a good cause, can use AI tools to help reduce time and costs
Cons: Limited availability due to professional bookings

✉️ Email joe@cinematiclee.com with your project details.

📝 Final Checklist

Clear brief = better edit
Safeguard with contracts, even for free work
Respect their time — kindness earns loyalty
Get a quick sample first — one short clip or seeing past work sets expectations

Want to get your project done affordably and well?

If you’re creating something meaningful and have limited funds, drop me a line. I’d love to help, at a rate that doesn’t sacrifice quality. Let’s make good work happen.

Joe Savitch-Lee

Over 20 years in media, having worked on four continents and on countless projects both on location and in a suite. He has excelled in both building/maintaining editing systems and editing them.

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