Why don't directors edit their own films ?

why don't directors edit their own films ?

because they have other tasks to attend to

they're too hipster to do that

They probably give detailed instructions and have the last word on everything. It is not like they give the raw footage to any editor and let him do whatever.

Because editing is a lot of hard work and no one gives a shit about who edited a movie.

A lot of em oversee the process but don't actually physically cut the film themselves. Why put in the time/effort when you can just let a professional do it and tell them what works and what doesn't?

I do.

I do, too, but I wish I didn't. Editing is hell.

the extra money? the potential for another award?

There's also the fact that editors are professionals dedicated to the process. Even great directors benefit from using skilled editors. It's an art in itself.