Profession video and motion picture editor

Video and motion picture editors are responsible for the assembly and cutting of raw footage into a logically and aesthetically either for movies, television series, or domestic purposes. They reorganize scenes that have been shot and decide which special effects are needed. Video and motion picture editors work closely together with sound editors and music directors.

Personality Type

• Artistic / Enterprising

Knowledge

• Graphic design

  The techniques to create a visual representation of ideas and messages.

• Personal directing styles

  Understand and analyse the behaviour of specific directors.

• ICT software specifications

  The characteristics, use and operations of various software products such as computer programmes and application software.

• Film production process

  The various development stages of making a film, such as scriptwriting, financing, shooting, editing, and distribution.

• Motion graphics

  The techniques and software for creating the illusion of motion such as keyframing, Adobe After Effects, and Nuke.

• Multimedia systems

  The methods, procedures and techniques pertaining to the operation of multimedia systems, usually a combination of software and hardware, presenting various types of media such as video and audio.

Skills

• Finish project within budget

  Make sure to stay within budget. Adapt work and materials to budget.

• Put uncut recordings into computer

  Put uncut footage and sound into files on the computer.

• Supervise equipment

  Start up and shut down equipment; identify and troubleshoot technical problems and conduct minor repairs. Monitor control equipment in order to identify safety and environmental hazards.

• Consult with producer

  Consult with a motion picture producer about requirements, deadlines, budget, and other specifications.

• Search databases

  Search for information or people using databases.

• Watch scenes

  Watch raw scenes and shots after shooting to ensure quality. Decide which shots will be used and what needs to be edited.

• Analyse a script

  Break down a script by analysing the dramaturgy, form, themes and structure of a script. Conduct relevant research if necessary.

• Supervise video and motion picture editing team

  Supervise multimedia artists and other members of the video and motion picture editing team to make sure editing is done on time and according to the creative vision of the production team.

• Cut raw footage digitally

  Digitally cut video footage to put together the sequence of the film and decide what is usable.

• Follow work schedule

  Manage the sequence of activities in order to deliver completed work on agreed deadlines by following a work schedule.

• Consult with production director

  Consult with the director, producer and clients throughout the production and post-production process.

• Follow directions of the artistic director

  Follow the instructions of the director while understanding his creative vision.

• Synchronise sound with images

  Synchronise recorded sound with footage.

Optional knowledge and skills

Source: Sisyphus ODB