A Film Editor, or Video Editor, is responsible for turning uncut footage from a film shoot into a finished, cohesive final project. Their duties include studying film scripts and using them to guide scene development, determining which camera angles to use and coordinating sound and visual effects in post-production.
Một Film Editor phải có khả năng hoàn thành nhiều nhiệm vụ và trách nhiệm khác nhau. Sau đây là một số nhiệm vụ và trách nhiệm mà một Film Editor phải có khả năng thực hiện:
- A Film Editor has the responsibility of piecing together a vision based on the Director’s interpretation of the script. They will meet with the Director, often going on location to experience the story as it is recorded on film from the Director’s point of view.
- Piece together a comprehensive story from a variety of locations and angles. Edit frame by frame as needed, to support the dialogue and complete the film.
- Communicate with appropriate people regarding status of editing, the goal and vision for the film, working closely with Assistant Editors and Editors to prepare and revise footage and effects.
- Work within the timeline established by directors and producers in order to turn the film around on deadline with initial, uncut version and with revisions.
Một Film Editor cạnh tranh sẽ có một số kỹ năng và trình độ nhất định, bao gồm:
- Strong attention to detail: The main focus of the Film Editor is to notice every detail about the movie and how it contributes to the story. Something as simple as a misplaced coffee cup in a period piece can destroy the integrity and authenticity of the piece so it’s imperative that the Film Editor has a keen eye and is able to spot even the slightest misplacement.
- Advanced communication skills: Communicating constructively is important for the Film Editor role. Working with fellow creatives can often be difficult as the art being created is a work of passion and love. Being able to express the goal, keeping in mind the emotional response and potential pushback, while encouraging revisions and adjustments is a skill necessary in this position.
- Aware and respectful of deadlines: A film house or Producer may have a set timeline for the final cut of the film. The Film Editor must be aware of this deadline and work with this date in mind. They must edit all music and effects, as well as perform all revisions needed within the allotted period, with little to no allowable delay.
