3Everyday Work Practices

Before we enter into the nitty-gritty of editing, it will be useful to briefly delve into the subject of work habits. Think of the following suggestions like you would tips about daily exercise or eating right: healthy habits that will increase the chances of a long life for your film. Editing is intense mental labor that can easily feel overwhelming, so arming yourself with appropriate tools and eliminating clutter from your work environment is crucial to thinking clearly. Again, we are trying to create the optimal conditions for mental clarity by containing the chaos.

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