Chapter 17
Editing Techniques and Intro to Sound Editing
In This Chapter:
• Different types of cuts and when to use them.
• Knowing when not to cut a scene.
• Using audio effects to your best advantage.
• Understanding the importance of leveling and volume.
Now that you’ve learned the basics of editing, it’s time to get into the nitty gritty—the types of cuts, when to use (and not use) them, and the importance of editing sound.
Cuts
The key to successful editing is that it’s unnoticed. This means the audience watching your film should never for a moment be distracted from the content of your story because of a jarring, choppy, or amateur-looking editing choice.
For this reason, it is important to understand the different types of cuts and when ...
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