Waikato
Karl D.
Videographer/Photographer
Hire a freelance audio editor in New Zealand
Get podcasts, interviews and video soundtracks cleaned up, edited and mixed by a New Zealand audio editor, so your content is easy to listen to on any device.
- Free to enquire
- Local NZ freelancers
- You choose who to hire
Auckland
Chris S.
Videographer & Photographer
Napier
Hamish S.
Creative Producer/Video Specialist
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Barnaby F.
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Olivia G.
Writer & Content Creator
Wellington
Andrew S.
Videographer & Video Editor
What does an audio editor do?
Most audio editors handle some or all of this. Pick the parts you need and we'll put them in your brief.
Podcast editing
Cut mistakes, long pauses and filler, then tighten each episode so it flows and keeps people listening.
Noise and echo clean-up
Reduce background hum, wind, echo and clicks so voices sound clear, even from a rough recording.
Mixing and levels
Balance voices, music and effects, and set loudness to suit Spotify, YouTube, radio or social.
Video and ad soundtracks
Clean up dialogue, add music and sound effects, and mix the final soundtrack for videos and ads.
Intros, outros and music
Add your theme music, sponsor reads and stings, and source licensed tracks when you need new ones.
Interviews and webinars
Tidy up interviews, webinars and training audio so they can be reused as episodes, clips or lessons.
Voice-overs and radio ads
Edit and polish voice-overs, radio spots and audio ads, with versions cut to the lengths you need.
Clips and final files
Export the right file formats, cut short clips for social, and upload episodes to your podcast host.
Recording set-up advice
Suggest microphones, rooms and remote recording tools so your next session needs less fixing.
- Start a brief
Not sure which parts you need?
Tell us what you want to get done. We'll shape the brief with you and share it with freelancers who fit.
How we help you find the right audio editor for your business
We do the legwork of briefing and finding people, then step back so you work directly with the audio editor you choose.
Tell us what you need
Share your project, the help you need, and any timing or budget you have in mind.
Choose who to meet
Review interested freelancers and their work. Choose who you want an introduction to.
Agree the work together
Agree the scope, timing, and price with your freelancer.
- 1Tell us what you need
- 2We help shape the brief
- 3Relevant freelancers are surfaced
- 4You compare them
- 5You choose
Connect with our network of Kiwi freelance audio editors
A few of the audio editors in our network who edit podcasts, clean up recordings and mix sound for video. We share your brief more widely than the people shown here.
How much does it typically cost to hire an audio editor?
What New Zealand audio editors typically charge, by type of work. Freelancers quote you directly after reading your brief.
Single episode or recording
Projects fromNZ$150
A standard edit of one podcast episode or recording up to about an hour, with noise clean-up and level balancing.
- Typical rangeNZ$150–$450
Series or video soundtrack
Projects fromNZ$450
A batch of episodes, or a video or ad soundtrack that needs dialogue clean-up, music and a full mix.
- Typical rangeNZ$450–$1,500
Larger production
Projects fromNZ$1,500
A season of episodes, heavily edited interviews, or sound design for a campaign across several videos.
- Typical rangeNZ$1,500–$5,000+
What affects the price
Freelancers quote after reading your brief. These move the price most.
- Length of the recording and the finished piece
- Quality of the raw audio and number of speakers
- Level of editing, from light tidy-up to story editing
- Music licensing, sound effects and number of versions
Indicative New Zealand dollar estimates only, excluding GST and third-party costs such as music licences and hosting. Freelancers set their own pricing after reviewing your brief. Updated September 2026.
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Peter K.Ben has worked closely with us shooting various promotional videos for our marketing. Right from the outset he has taken the time to understand the core of what our business is about and that has shone through in the work he has produced.
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Questions about hiring an audio editor
Straight answers to what NZ business owners ask us most.
How much does a freelance audio editor cost in New Zealand?
As a guide: single episode or recording, NZ$150–$450; series or video soundtrack, NZ$450–$1,500; larger production, NZ$1,500–$5,000+. Freelancers set the final price after reading your brief, and it's free to enquire.
What should I include in an audio editing brief?
Include a sample of the raw audio, how long the finished piece should be, where it will be published, any intro, outro or music you already have, and how many episodes or files you expect each month.
Do I need an audio editor or a video editor?
If the job is mainly about sound, such as a podcast, voice-over or noisy interview, brief an audio editor. If you need footage cut, titles and colour, see video editing. Many video projects use both.
Can an audio editor fix a bad recording?
Noise, echo and uneven levels can usually be improved a lot, but not always removed completely. Send a sample first so the editor can tell you what is realistic before you commit.
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