editing group checklist

Use this checklist as a guide for the entire project.

Beginning the Project: Planning
Review different editing styles
Learn all facets of computer system: operating system and associated software
Learn video editing software
Practice editing skills
Before the Tape Rolls: Preproduction
Create list of digital files needed: music, still shots, background sounds, stock footage, etc.
Start the Tape: Shooting
Obtaining footage and stills
Produce any digital files needed for editing
Capture video digitally
Assemble footage following storyboard
Add transitions, titles, effects, etc. from within editing software
Add narration and/or soundtrack
Review and critique project video
Create “director’s cut”
Create final edited project for export to tape, VCD or DVD
The Final Product
Create still shots for distribution in advertisements
Create trailers for advertisement