For video editors
Know how much time went into the final cut.
Track editing, review rounds, revisions, and delivery preparation. Keep the client requests around the edit on the record, too.
Example invoice
Client video
| Work | Time | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Footage review | 45m | $90 |
| Editing session | 2h 30m | $300 |
| Revisions and delivery | 1h | $120 |
4h 15m of work
Billed at $120 per hour
$510
An invoice with the time and work details behind the total.
Day-to-day challenges
The time that is easy to miss
Review rounds continue after the first cut is delivered.
Client notes and delivery coordination happen between editing sessions.
Several versions make it harder to remember where the time went.
From rough cut to delivery
How SOWLedger fits your work
Plan editing sessions, record revisions, and check the hours before billing the project.
- 01
Plan
Schedule rough cuts, reviews, finishing, and delivery work.
- 02
Track
Run a timer during active editing, grading, and review sessions.
- 03
Log
Log client notes, revision requests, and delivery follow-up.
- 04
Review
Compare actual editing hours with the project estimate.
- 05
Approve
Review and approve the entries before creating a time-based invoice.
- 06
Integrate
Export project hours for your production or finance tools.
Time and invoice details
A record you can refer back to
Keep the hours and work descriptions together for billing, client questions, and your own records.
- Hours for editing and review sessions
- Descriptions of revision and delivery work
- Planned and actual post-production time
- Reviewed time entries behind an invoice
Answers for your workflow
Frequently asked questions
Can I record review rounds?
Yes. Use separate entries and clear descriptions for each review or revision session.
Does SOWLedger measure render time?
No. It records the time you log; it does not monitor your editing software or render jobs.
Can a client review the work?
Yes. The client portal lets clients review their issued invoices and record approval. Check the entry descriptions before sharing.