Introduction to Cinematography

5Understanding and Managing the Digital Workflow from Camera to Screen

Workflow is the plan for what happens to your footage at every stage, from shot to screen. It is the series of interrelated choices, from recording resolution, frame rate and recording format used in the camera, to how the footage is prepared for editing, VFX and display. Decisions made when filming affect what can or can’t be done with the film during post-production, as well as where and how it can be screened. Choosing the optimal workflow is important for every type of production from major feature to web video. This chapter will help you create a plan that can be followed and checked against, so you can identify if and where problems arise. It will also help you understand ...