Video
Editing 101
Highlights editing
Highlights editing in video editing can be done in
a number of different ways. You can add text over the video or decrease the
speed of a section of the video to highlight the most important action in a
movie or video. Once you've added the text, you can export the video to another
format or share it directly on social media.
Using a video editing program to create a highlight
reel is actually very simple. You can use programs such as iMovie or Windows
Movie Maker to accomplish this task. First, you'll want to make a new project.
Then, you'll link your video clips to it.
Anti-tedium editing
Anti-tedium editing involves cutting out a portion
of the video and only retaining the most notable events. This style of editing
is particularly useful if a scene lasts for a long time and you have relative
freedom in how you cut it. This type of editing will give the viewer a sense of
what's happening without cutting out too much of it.
Non-linear editing
While linear editing is the old-school way to edit
video files, non-linear editing is a new way of putting together movies and
making alterations that do not damage the original file. This method allows the
user to use multiple video and audio tracks, and files can be overlaid or
overlapped. This can allow two videos to be displayed on screen at the same
time during playback. This type of editing also allows for adding background
music and voice comments to the video.
The most significant advantage of non-linear
editing is that it allows for a much more flexible editing environment. This
allows the user to make changes without affecting the rest of the edit, and can
be very time-saving. Non-linear editing software also includes tools such as
keyboard shortcuts and timelines to speed up editing.
Compositing
In video editing, compositing is a powerful tool
for bringing images together. It allows video editors to create 3D renders of
fictional creatures or whole landscapes. It also allows them to seamlessly
layer different elements onto shot footage. Video editors can use compositing
to create special effects, such as the lightsaber glow and fantastical
landscapes in Star Wars.
This technique frees filmmakers from limitations
that are inherent in film and video cameras. The final product can be as simple
as one layer of live video and a simple motion graphic, or as complex as titles
and effects. Many NLE programs offer compositing capabilities.
Working with a director and
cinematographer
Working with a cinematographer and director is
crucial to the success of your video project. Although they often work
independently, their synergistic efforts will produce a higher quality final
product. In addition to ensuring that the footage is properly lit, a
cinematographer is responsible for setting up the cameras and microphones used
in the filming process. They also work to edit the footage into an interesting
story. Editing footage involves using computer programs and can be a physically
demanding process.
Cinematographers should be familiar with the
director's vision and aesthetic. They must be knowledgeable about camera gear
and lighting to create the desired effect. Many start their careers in
photography or film schools. They learn to use different lenses and the proper
placement of lights.
