<HTML>As it turns out, the going rate for a Final Cut Pro tech is $150 per hour, or at least that is what two FCP expert companies I have spoken to charge.
I charge $125 per hour, which is the going rate for an Avid ACSR tech. I'm far superior to those other two companies. I specialize in Final Cut Pro and Avid.
If you are shooting a home video, wedding video and similar project, then you will not likely be used to the higher rates.
If you are shooting episodic tv, or a studio feature, then the higher rate is the more common rate. Typically, at that level, you just can't take a risk with your project on someone who doesn't know what they are doing, often the case with someone who charges less.
Basically, you get what you pay for.
At $20 per hour, you will be taking your chances, and more likely not get the results you are looking for!
Even a good computer store will charge you a $65 per hour, and they will likely not know a thing about Final Cut Pro.
Good luck!!!!</HTML>
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