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Architect vs Video Editor salary

In Malaysia, a architect earns about 53% more than a video editor $58,233 vs $38,085 per year.

Showing amounts in USD (USD default; source data is MYR). FX as of Mon, 13 Jul 2026 00:02:31 +0000. Convert currencies

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Creative
Architect
$58,233/yr
Monthly
$4,865
Hourly
$28
Range
$37,274$83,861
10-yr outlook
+5%
Creative
Video Editor
$38,085/yr
Monthly
$3,170
Hourly
$18
Range
$24,374$54,842
10-yr outlook
+8%

Pay range, side by side

PercentileArchitectVideo Editor
Entry (10th)$37,274$24,374
25th$47,741$31,230
Median$58,233$38,085
75th$71,035$46,464
Senior (90th)$83,861$54,842

National Malaysia figures in MYR. Individual pay varies with experience, employer, and location.

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Frequently asked questions

Does a architect or video editor earn more in Malaysia?
A architect earns more, at about RM 237,000 per year vs RM 155,000 for a video editor — roughly 53% (RM 82,000) more.
What is the salary range for these roles in Malaysia?
A architect typically earns RM 151,700–RM 341,300, while a video editor earns RM 99,200–RM 223,200 per year.
How much do these jobs pay per month in Malaysia?
On a monthly basis before tax, a architect averages about RM 19,800 and a video editor about RM 12,900.
How do entry-level salaries compare?
At the 10th percentile in Malaysia, a architect earns about RM 151,700 while a video editor earns about RM 99,200 per year.
How do senior-level salaries compare?
At the 90th percentile in Malaysia, a architect earns about RM 341,300 while a video editor earns about RM 223,200 per year.
Are architect and video editor similar careers?
Both roles sit in the Creative category on Pay by Role, which is why we compare them head-to-head. Day-to-day work still differs — review each job page for skills and outlook.