How AI Is Reshaping Video Editing and Who Controls the Final Cut

A new wave of AI tools is transforming video editing workflows, but 57% of creators still require moderate to heavy manual editing, and 85% insist on keeping final creative control. The editing tool market now comprises five major forces—Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro, DaVinci Resolve, CapCut, and AI-native platforms like Runway and Pika—competing for a growing middle ground of creators seeking professional capabilities without steep learning curves or subscription costs.