Chapter SevenEditing Terms, Topics, and Techniques

 

Timecode

Montage

Parallel Editing

Multi-Camera Editing

Composite Editing

Rendering

Chromakey

Video Resolution

Sound Editing

Color Correction/Color Grading

Importing Still Images

Digital Workflow

Technology vs. Creativity

These days, much is expected of a video editor. Depending on the job size, budget, and purpose, many editors are tasked with performing more than just straight cuts. The increased sophistication and capabilities of the editing software have, in some ways, coerced the editor into expanding her or his skill set. Graphics creation, motion effects, music selection, and audio mixing may all be part of the modern editor’s responsibilities.

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